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To Pleat or Not to Pleat?

Pleats or no pleats? What is a pleat? For big and tall men, pleated pants are an essential addition to your wardrobe.

First, let’s start with the obvious question: what is a pleat? Simply put, a pleat is a fold in the fabric of your pants. It doubles the fabric of your pants, typically close to your waist line. Pleats are a fashion statement, love them or hate them. In fact, pleated pants which many consider to look more formal, are all the rage in the fashion world right now. Here’s the best part for guys looking to purchase a new pair of big and tall pants; pleats look amazing on big guys!

Pleats will also make your stomach look flatter. Flat front pants will go straight down your legs and accentuate any bulge you have around the mid-section. The folds, or pleats, of your big and tall pants help minimize the size of your stomach. If you’re shopping for big and tall men’s clothing, pleats are essential.

Pleated pants won’t just make your body look great; they’ll make you look fashionable as well. Businessmen and professionals want their clothes to make an impression. Pleats, originally made popular decades ago are now re-emerging in fashion magazines and in many new pant lines. Pleats which were once thought to be only for formal occasions are now perfectly acceptable for work, business, or a night on the town.

If you’re shopping for big and tall pants don’t completely rule out non-pleated pants. For tall men, pleated pants can make your body look disproportioned. Flat pants are streamlined, youthful, and can highlight the best features of a tall man.

When purchasing big and tall men’s clothing, comfort, style, and the ability of your clothing to keep you feeling great in your own body are a necessity. Finding the perfect pair of big and tall pants will put you well on your way to meeting each of these goals.

Pleats or no pleats? Really, it’s up to you. Just remember these simple facts:

Pleats provide more room for big and tall men with larger rear-ends and thighs
Big and tall pants with pleats can help make your stomach look flatter
Flat front pants often highlight the best features of tall men and keep tall men looking well proportioned
Pleated pants appear more formal, while flat front pants are more casual

Purchasing big and tall men’s clothing doesn’t need to be difficult. Pleats or no pleats? You decide. Check out London’s Big and Tall Menswear for an outstanding selection of big and tall pants.