A lot of plus size men would argue that it’s easier to find clothing when it’s cold out. Simply put, outerwear is bulkier by nature, and finding garments in this category that fit properly and look just right can be a more straightforward process. But once the weather starts to warm up, things can get a little bit trickier for larger men looking to stay in style.
If this rings true for you, here are a few warm weather essentials to consider when you’re revamping your wardrobe this season.
A New Baseball Cap
We’ll start out with something simple and easy. By the look of things early on, the spring and summer of 2016 are going to bring about a comeback of sorts for the everyday baseball cap (not that this accessory ever really goes away). This guide to accessory trends pointed to some pretty ordinary caps worn alongside some high-end collections, so it’s safe to say a cap is a fashionable option these days. This is a great item to start with because it really doesn’t have much to do with being plus size or not—you can always show some style with the right baseball cap.
Sandals
Here’s another accessory item to consider if you’re touching up your clothing collection for spring and summer. A lot of grown men still walk around in flip-flops during the warmer seasons, provided the weather cooperates. But some bigger guys can be more comfortable in sturdier and more durable footwear; and luckily, that lines right up with what one write-up called the “biggest footwear trend for men right now.” That would be sandals. We’re not talking flimsy, Rainbow-style flip-flops. These are more rugged, strapped sandals like we haven’t seen too much of in the past few years.
Colourful Polos
It’s always nice to have everyday casual wear that embraces the colours and styles of a season without going overboard. For that, and for plus size shopping in general, polos and sport shirts are a good place to start. It may initially sound a little bit bland, but this site’s lineup of plus size polo and sport shirt options showcases how much variety in design there is heading into the spring and summer this year. These shirts tend to fit well on larger men, and they can keep you cool while matching just about anything else you choose to wear.
Bomber Jackets
Bomber jackets have been trendy in mild and even warm weather for a few years now, and this look at spring and summer fashion labelled it as the top style for men to embrace. As mentioned, outerwear can sometimes include some of the easiest items for men to shop for, and bomber jackets are no exception. These are cool, casual, lightweight options that look stylish on just about anybody. This season, they’re part of a larger ’50s trend that seems to be taking over men’s clothing collections.
Baggy Trousers
Needless to say, the skinny jeans and short shorts we’ve seen so much of in the last few spring and summer seasons haven’t done a lot to help those of us with a little extra heft. Fortunately, this year’s trends are a little more considerate! One of the major trends to know for the summer is that a lot of guys are going with baggy, almost billowing trousers. These are full pants that are loose and comfortable enough to keep you cool despite the warming weather. It’s certainly not a bad option to have in mind.
It’s best to shop for what keeps you comfortable and helps you to feel stylish. But if you’re looking for some spring and summer tendencies this year to fit your plus size shopping needs, these all fit the bill.
