Hi Gents, 

I'd like to share some new tops that I've found and that are my fashion inspiration for this summer 2016. They are all big size clothes, designed for big and also big and tall men. As the sunshine is finally coming back, it's time to have a look at short sleeve tops and shorts! How exciting is that! Some of them are from Jonathoncharles.co.uk which means they have an exclusive design that you won't find anywhere else (part of why I do like this brand, we all want to feel unique, right?). 

So here we go, men's short sleeve shirts first for a casual or smart casual look. Always in big sizes ranging from 2XL to 6XL (some including large and tall sizes), they will fit perfectly as we know that shoulders and bellies can be a problem when it comes to shirts!

Short sleeve shirts for a smart casual look

Colourful men's short sleeve shirts

If you'd like any size, feel free to contact them (I tend to do it when they run out of a product I do like!). 

What are your this summer's must haves Gents? Don't hesitate to share your fashion inspirations, 

Thanks for reading!

Pierre

Hi Gents, 

After a sunny Easter weekend here in England, I've realised that summer is on its way! Not that it's obvious but we still need to get ready. So here is a start. Let's see what men with big size feet can get to look sharp this summer. I have done a selection of 8 mens shoes for larger feet that are going to catch your attention.

What's the difference between boat shoes and moccasins?

It's all about moccasins and boat shoes; they are a safe bet that you need to have in your wardrobe. I'm not saying these are THE shoes you need to wear everyday for any occasion but it's more like a white shirt; that's a prerogative!

Quite easy to distinguish, the boat shoes have the shape of moccasins but are laced shoes. Used by sailors, they guarantee a real comfort and security thanks to their special soles. Boat shoes or deck shoes are now used for smart casual wear by both men and women (equality, right?). 

The moccasins have a different story. They were mainly used by the indigenous peoples of North America as an outdoor slipper for hunting and running. Depending on their location and so on the ground, they used soft-sole or hard-sole moccasins. 

Fashion and designers have worked on different styles since then but the shapes haven't changed. And today, we focus on big sizes.

Thank you for reading, 

​Pierre

Hi Gentlemen, 

Today I wanted to keep blogging about suits, ties, bow ties... to complete my articles, pocket squares deserve a space here! 
In the mean time, that makes me discover new great brands. Ones that have a story, an identity unlike big shops. Well you know what I mean, I'd rather buy something from a little place where it's all handmade instead of going to the mall to get what everybody can get all the time. 

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Brief history of the pocket square: From one use to a stylish accessory

It is said that King Richard II invented the handkerchiefs when he was ruling England in the 14th century. The purpose was for him to keep a little piece of cloth close to him to clean his nose. There wasn't any defined shape whatsoever at that time. 
It's in the 18th century that the pocket square became what we know today thanks to Louis XVI and Marie-Antoinette (the King and Queen of France at that time). Marie-Antoinette convinced the King to decree that they must all be square by measuring 16" by 16". That's how they became "Pocket" "Square".

The popularity of the pocket squares went up and down in the 20th century to finally become one of the least expensive stylish accessories thanks to... Mad Men! I personally think they definitely deserve more attention as you can now find great patterned silk/cotton pocket squares as well as classic solid colours. But don't forget one rule: don't match it with your tie, it's kind of old fashion. But match it with your watch or your socks, it's way more original and they'll add a special something to your outfit! Be adventurous and try different styles, different folds!


The Men's finest, quality handmade pocket squares (and bow ties) from Liverpool!

Affordable price, great patterns and handmade good quality, all of that in Liverpool. That's the motto of Men's finest. I'm especially interested in their pocket squares as it's something I've never talked about!

The adventure started as Michael Frackowiak, the funder of Men's Finest, noticed that the final Je ne sais quoi was missing on men's suits. That's pocket squares. By creating small collections of 10-15 pocket squares made with quality and local materials, they started growing and they are now offering great services.

One of them is a subscription service: subscribe to this service and someone from their team will contact you to talk about what you want and what you need; you'll receive products each month to fit your desires! They do the hard work for you, just wear it and enjoy! 

Here is a selection of some of their handmade pocket squares. Whether you are original or you prefer more classic styles, you'll be spoiled for choice guys.

Handmade pocket squares

Help - How to fold a pocket square?

Now that you've got a pocket square that you like, you should have a look at a few fold tips. If you want to look sharp, here are some classy folds that will be shown in the video below: 

If you want to check your technique, have a look at this well made video here:

Which jackets should you opt for?

Now that you have all the cards in your hand, choose THE jacket for a casual or a formal look. If you need a reminder about colours, take a look at the color wheel. If you're not sure about your suit and want to check how to choose it, including your jacket, these are useful tips to help you!

Here are some jackets for big and tall men that would be a great casual and formal large menswear look from jonathoncharles.co.uk . Different styles for different occasions and seasons, that's a selection of what I wear most with pocket squares for a 

Large menswear casual look

Thanks for reading Gentlemen, 

Don't hesitate to share your looks with your pocket squares!

​Pierre

Hi guys,

What a good timing to talk about party wear in December? It's the season of work parties, the big new year's eve party etc... But not only in December as you may be invited to a wedding in spring or to a party with your friends at anytime. Anyway large size party wear for men can be a mission if you don't have any inspiration or shops to buy from. 

I have to say that one of my favorite party wear outfits is the first shirt of the selection that I wear with my sand chinos! 

Here is the first part of key garments for a casual party wear:

Shirts

Share your best party wear on our social networks guys I'd be interested to see your styles!

Pierre 

Hi Gentlemen, 

Temperatures are dropping and it's time to wrap up warm. We can opt for gilets, jackets, coats or overcoats. 

Choose the right one: fit and materials

Wool, Polyester and Cashmere is the best combination. It brings you warmth, style and longevity! Invest in a quality big size overcoat to keep it (it will always be a key garment in your wardrobe). 
Overcoats are easy to wear, match with lots of styles and are definitely a safe bet for big and tall men. Just remember that wearing layers and layers don't flatter our morphologies. 

So here is my selection to wear large size overcoats:

I have just bought one from Jonathon Charles Menswear, I tend to wear it with
dark jumpers so it doesn't draw attention to my chest;
a pair of dark blue jeans;
a pair of boots
​and a thin scarf. 

And you, how do you wear it? Share your style #bigandtallnews 

Thanks 

​Pierre

Hi there, 

I didn't blog that much recently because I broke my left foot.. but don't worry, I'm not going to write a post about how to personalise a cast ;)

As winter is coming, it is the right timing to present one of Pierre's must have : the waterproof jacket. 
You have to be careful whilst choosing a waterproof jacket as many of them are bad-quality and don't protect you from the rain/wind. Also pay attention to its design because you'll love feeling comfortable and trendy!
Pierre has bought his from Jonathon Charles and this is what it looks like : 

This large sized waterproof jacket is perfect for big and/or tall men who want to go through this winter in a quality, awesome and durable garment! He can't stop saying how much he likes it. 
I personnally prefer the black version as it can perfectly be matched with any outfit. 
This large waterproof jacket has many advantages as you can see from their webiste (wind proof, breast pockets...) and goes from 2XL to 8XL! 

So gentlemen, what are you waiting for? 

​Emma x

Hi Guys! 

I'm so glad to be back! My life in France was quite busy but I never give up so here I am to blog a bit more for you gentlemen.
Autumn is coming so it means you have to think about getting warmer (but still comfortable) clothes. I'm pretty sure you know what you would like to wear... but do you know what the trend is? 
Here in France, I see more and more men wearing warm chinos which were a must have during this summer!

​After a few researches on the Internet, the best of all has appeared on the jonathoncharles.co.uk website. 

​This awesome Bruhl smart casual chino has two main points. First of all, the colors are very convenient as they can easily be mixed to create an awesome large or extra large outfit! Gentlemen, you can be handsome and comfortable at the same time. For example, it is a weft stretch fabric you'll love wearing thanks to its stretch waistband. 

A large size men's chino is a key garment for this season and if you are looking for quality, I do believe this one is a keeper! 

If you can, go to one of their shops and try it on! 

Take care gentlemen and don't hesitate to share your opinion on our social networks,_

​Emma 

You may have (not) noticed but summer is coming and we’ll be able to put the hoodies back into the wardrobe to finally wear nice blazers. I have found some very high-quality ones on the Jonathon Charle’s website which are also brand new. They would be perfect to hang out with your friends or your partner by night in classy restaurants/bars or to have the perfect blazer to go to work. Fashion is about timing and finding the right place to buy clothes from. I do trust this brand and therefore I’d like us to take a closer look at those large blazers.

First of all, they are made by Enzo, which is famous for its style and its quality and they are available in short, regular, long or extra-long sleeve lengths. You have the choice between 4 lightweight blazers to satisfy your needs:

All 4 of them will perfectly match with any large chinos or denim jeans and fashionable shoes (read the Must have’s article). If you pay attention to details, you’ll soon realize -even before touching it- that there are very high quality materials.

 
A jacket or a blazer is essential for men and even more for big and tall men as they will shape your figure and finish your style. Of course you can opt for different brands and different materials but keep in mind that your clothes are here to design your shape and not to cover you. I hope this article will be useful to help you in your choice of a blazer and…

 
Enjoy these sunny days guys! 

Chinos

 They are definitely a must have. They have many features that make them deserve some space in your wardrobe. Commonly referred as “cotton twill trousers” which sounds smarter, they will perfectly fit your legs and your waist to follow your moves. Indeed you should choose high-quality chinos, as washings won’t affect their fit. Another advantage is their wide range of colours: green, blue, yellow, brown… and all existing in pastel and different shades. So you can easily match it with vivid or plain dark colours and choose a formal or more high street style. They can perfectly be worn at work or for any occasions during the day (or a date).

 To make sure to find the perfect fit, buy it from a shop specialised in big and tall menswear so you know the leg length will fit -rolled just above the ankle for a casual look and slightly rolled at the hem or tapered for formal occasions.

 

Here is my selection from shops I trust:

   

Shirts

 They have always been a key garment but this summer, you can opt for colours or different styles in cotton to avoid sweating when the weather is too warm. Worn with chinos, shorts or even denim jeans, you’ll be able to look pretty casual or formal. Clothes for big and tall men should always give a clear shape of your body instead of trying to hide it. Get some nice shirts with a perfect fitting to look absolutely great on any occasions. Roll the sleeves or opt for short sleeves if you prefer but shirts are one of the must have’s for this season! 

Long sleeve shirts 

Long sleeve shirt by Jekyll & Hyde
Sizes: from XL to 4XL 

Long sleeve shirt by Fusion
Sizes: from XXL (2XL), XXXL (3XL), XXXXL (4XL) and 5XL and tall sizes XLT, 2XLT, 3XLT and 4XLT

Long sleeve shirt by Fusion
Sizes: XXL (2XL), XXXL (3XL), XXXXL (4XL) and 5XL and tall sizes XLT, 2XLT, 3XLT and 4XLT

Long sleeve shirt by Duke
Sizes: XL, XXL, XXXL, XXXXL, 5XL and 6XL

Short sleeve shirt by Jonathon Charles
Sizes: from 2XL to 6XL

Short sleeve shirt by Jupiter
Sizes: from 2XL to 6XL

Short sleeve shirt by Jonathon Charles
Sizes: from 2XL to 6XL

Pod Hudson
Sizes: from 12 to 15

Pod Bugatti
Sizes: from 12 to 15

Pod Tony
Sizes: from 12 to 15

Chatham Bermuda 
Sizes: from 12 to 15_

Chatham Rockwell
Sizes: from 12 to 15

Chatham Rockwell
Sizes: from 12 to 15 

Belts

 Belts are essential because men don’t have as many accessories as women do. So we have to make the most of it! Opt for leather belts, which will give the classy touch to your outfit but remember that gentlemen mix their belts with their shoes (e.g. brown belt with brown shoes). If you have a leather belt, don’t forget to take care of it by cleaning and greasing it quite often, depending on the type of leather it is.  

Belt Jonathon Charles
Sizes: from 44 to 62

Belt Corellie
Sizes: from 44 to 64

Share your opinion!


Thank you guys.