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How to Look
Taller
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As men, it is said that our height is the biggest determinant of
our physical attractiveness. In fact, research has also shown
that in many cultures height is associated with social status,
hence, one of the reasons explaining why taller men are more
likely to be promoted than shorter men. And if you're reading
this article, the odds are that you are looking for ways to add
a couple of inches to your height.
Well, the first thing that you can do is to practice good
posture. Start by keeping an upright torso as often as you can.
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This will make an incredible difference in your height as well
as make you look more self-assured with the people you interact
with. But having an ideal posture is not suddenly going to
result in your 5'6" stature reading as 6'2" (keep dreaming,
bud). However, you can appear a few inches taller -- if not
longer -- with the right clothes. Here are six tips for how to
dress taller. |
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Wear Fitted
Clothes:
By "fitted" we don’t mean a second skin. Many American men tend
to prefer wearing loose clothing as it is a lot more
comfortable. As a result, these men fail to purchase the right
size, often leaning on the larger end of the fit continuum (you
know who you are).
However, wearing fitted clothing will help to accentuate your
body's lines, which will naturally create a slimming effect and an
appearance of added
height. Consider finding a tailor to alter your clothes if you must,
but never wear clothes that are too big; they will make you look
even shorter since your lines will not be visible at all. |
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Choose monochromatic colors:
When trying to look
taller, color choices are salient. Wearing clothes consisting of the
same shades and hues from one of the colors on the color
wheel is a sleek trick to elongate your frame since people will not
look at your body as different parts. For instance, wearing pants
and shoes of matching colors will make you seem like you have longer
legs. As for your belts, you want to blend them in to your outfit.
Thus, avoid contrasting colors. |
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Do Wear Dark
Colors:
Opting for dark colors
such as black, blue and deep gray will not only make you look
slimmer, but will also project dominance and power. In today’s
society, people subconsciously respond to dominance, power and
competency. Combined with a balanced and upright posture, people
with such traits always seem to be taller and slightly intimidating,
even if they’re physically not. This is a simple psychological
affect that you can easily take advantage of. |
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Pay Attention to Your Hair Style:
Some men prefer a spiky
hairstyle not just because it is trendy, but also for the additional
inches it adds to their height. A hairstyle that is thin on the
sides and tall on top will dramatically increase your height even
when you’re standing right in front of others. Check out any issue
of a fashion magazine and you will probably see several different
hairstyles in photographs that honor this rule. Consider all of them
and decide which hairstyle suits you best. Alternatively, you can
also work with your hairstylist to find the most flattering
hairstyle for you. |
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Wear Vertical Stripes:
When it comes to looking
taller, this is a popular trick you often see on celebrities.
Patterns such as pinstripe, chalk stripe and herringbone will
provide the visual length you are hoping for. So, choose pants and
jackets with such patterns and try out the various types of stripes
to see which ones are the most beneficial for you. Do not mix them
however, as it will look very distracting and may even cause you to
look shorter (yikes). |
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Choose the Right Jacket Length:
A coat or jacket should
end where the buttocks meet the legs. A poorly fitted jacket is not
only a fashion disaster but it also has a strong negative effect on
your height. For some men, It is also a good idea to complement a
jacket of perfect length with shoulder pads. This will make your
shoulders appear broader and create the tapered V-shaped upper-body,
which will ultimately help you to look taller and more athletic.
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Wish You were
Taller? When you’re short,
figuring out what to wear can be quite a headache -- especially if
you want to make yourself look taller. While these simple guidelines
will certainly make you look longer and taller, do remember that
being short is not always a bad thing. Being truly happy with who
you are and showing confidence will already help you look taller --
if not, you can just follow these tips. |
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