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About Brock McGoff

The Modest Man founder, Brock is an aspiring minimalist who enjoys working out, spending time with his family, discovering new brands and creating great content.

Background: Brock McGoff has a bachelor's degree in psychology and a professional background in digital marketing. He believes that men's fashion is just one facet of self-improvement, and he started The Modest Man to help regular guys feel more confident by improving their appearance.

An east coast native, Brock currently lives in Arizona with his wife and daughter. When he's not working, he spends time with family, training BJJ, reading/listening to books and podcasts, and unsuccessfully trying to decide which movie to stream.

Expertise: Brock has built a men's lifestyle YouTube channel with over 400k subscribers. He's also worked as the creative marketing manager in a men's apparel startup. Brock has been quoted in, mentioned by or featured in publications like Esquire, Huff Post, Men's Health, WWD and Forbes.

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T-shirt fit guide

How a Man’s T-Shirt Should Fit: A Visual Guide

Updated on April 18, 2025 by Brock McGoff · Clothing and Style

This T-shirt fit guide will show you exactly how a T-shirt should fit, regardless of your build. Read more arrow about How a Man’s T-Shirt Should Fit: A Visual Guide

Clothing and Style casual, fit, t-shirts

Minimalist outerwear collection

The Minimalist Men’s Outerwear Collection (3-4 Coats)

Updated on March 8, 2025 by Brock McGoff · Clothing and Style

If you want a well-rounded but minimal outerwear collection, this guide is for you. Read more arrow about The Minimalist Men’s Outerwear Collection (3-4 Coats)

Clothing and Style coats, collection, jackets, minimalism, outerwear

Socks for small feet

Where to Buy Socks for Small Feet

Updated on May 27, 2025 by Brock McGoff · Clothing and Style

Tired of one-size-fits-all socks that are too big? Here's where to buy socks for small feet that actually fit. Read more arrow about Where to Buy Socks for Small Feet

Clothing and Style Buying Guides, small feet, socks

A man wearing a tan jacket over a gray shirt and blue jeans standing outside.

Men’s Short and Stout Style: All Body Types, Fitness Stages

Updated on April 9, 2025 by Brock McGoff · Clothing and Style

Being short and stout, even chubby, can exude a solidity and strength many other body types don’t have. However, you must dress for it. Here’s how! Read more arrow about Men’s Short and Stout Style: All Body Types, Fitness Stages

Clothing and Style body types, Short Men's Fashion

Socks gift guide

Socks Gift Guide: The Best Socks for Every Man in Your Life

Published on November 26, 2020 by Brock McGoff · Accessories

Contrary to popular belief, socks make fantastic gifts for the holiday season, and not just for your soon-to-be-retired-from-middle-management father in law... Read more arrow about Socks Gift Guide: The Best Socks for Every Man in Your Life

Accessories gift guide, socks, sp

Parkas for short men

4 Winter Parkas for Short Men (Hands-On Review)

Published on November 12, 2020 by Brock McGoff · Clothing and Style

It's not easy to find a properly-fitted, high quality parka for short men, but we do have some options. Read more arrow about 4 Winter Parkas for Short Men (Hands-On Review)

Clothing and Style Canada Goose, outerwear, Patagonia, Peter Manning, Short Men's Fashion

How to roll your sleeves up

7 Ways to Roll Your Shirt Sleeves Up (Visual Guide)

Updated on March 5, 2025 by Brock McGoff · Clothing and Style

Looking for the best way to roll up your sleeves? Try one of these seven time-tested methods. Read more arrow about 7 Ways to Roll Your Shirt Sleeves Up (Visual Guide)

Clothing and Style button up shirts, shirt sleeves

Visible undershirt

10 Men’s Fashion Rules You Can (and Should) Break

Published on November 2, 2020 by Brock McGoff · Clothing and Style

Black and blue together? Matching leathers and metals? Graphic tees? It's time to start breaking these outdated rules. Read more arrow about 10 Men’s Fashion Rules You Can (and Should) Break

Clothing and Style

Under 510 review - featured

Under 510 Review: Affordable Clothes for Short Men

Published on October 28, 2020 by Brock McGoff · Product Reviews

In this hands-on Under 510 review, I'll try on a few items from this niche brand to see how everything fits and feels. Read more arrow about Under 510 Review: Affordable Clothes for Short Men

Product Reviews Short Men's Fashion

Amazon Goodthreads review

Amazon Goodthreads Review: Fit, Quality, Aesthetic & Value

Published on October 26, 2020 by Brock McGoff · Clothing and Style, Product Reviews

In this hands-on Amazon Goodthreads review, we'll see if this affordable menswear brand is worth the price. Read more arrow about Amazon Goodthreads Review: Fit, Quality, Aesthetic & Value

Clothing and Style, Product Reviews Amazon

Hall Madden hanger

Hall Madden Review: An (Almost) Bespoke Experience

Published on October 7, 2020 by Brock McGoff · Clothing and Style, Product Reviews

In this Hall Madden review, we'll take a hands-on look at this custom menswear brand to see if it's worth your hard-earned money. Read more arrow about Hall Madden Review: An (Almost) Bespoke Experience

Clothing and Style, Product Reviews Custom Clothing, Hall Madden, made to measure, Suits

Invisasox Review: Are These No Show Socks Any Good?

Published on September 14, 2020 by Brock McGoff · Clothing and Style

I've been wearing no show socks for years, and at this point, I pretty much know what I like and what to look for. Read more arrow about Invisasox Review: Are These No Show Socks Any Good?

Clothing and Style Invisasox, no show socks, socks

Lanieri review

Lanieri Review: Do Italians Really Fit Better?

Published on August 21, 2020 by Brock McGoff · Clothing and Style, Product Reviews

In this Lanieri review, we’ll take a look at this custom menswear brand to see if Italians really do fit better. Read more arrow about Lanieri Review: Do Italians Really Fit Better?

Clothing and Style, Product Reviews Custom Clothing, Lanieri, MTM, Suits

Omega Seamaster 36mm

7 of the Best Dive Watches for Small Wrists

Updated on December 18, 2024 by Brock McGoff · Accessories

Got skinny wrists? Don't worry, you can still wear a diver. Here are some great dive watches for small wrists. Read more arrow about 7 of the Best Dive Watches for Small Wrists

Accessories Buying Guides, dive watches, small watches, Watches

Anson Calder wallet review

Long-Term Anson Calder Card Wallet Review: Worth the Price?

Published on June 12, 2020 by Brock McGoff · Product Reviews, Wallets

This is a long-term, hands-on review of the Anson Calder Card Wallet (both versions). Read more arrow about Long-Term Anson Calder Card Wallet Review: Worth the Price?

Product Reviews, Wallets Anson Calder, leather

No makeup

Stryx Review: Should You Give Men’s Makeup a Try?

Published on June 3, 2020 by Brock McGoff · Grooming, Product Reviews

In this hands on Stryx review, we'll test out the concealer tool and tinted moisturizer to see how they work (and if they're worth your money). Read more arrow about Stryx Review: Should You Give Men’s Makeup a Try?

Grooming, Product Reviews makeup, Stryx

Anson-belt-buckle ft

Hands-On Anson Belt Review: A Belt With No Holes?

Published on May 5, 2020 by Brock McGoff · Product Reviews

In this detailed, hands-on Anson Belt review, we'll talk about our experience with holeless belts and let you know if Anson belts are worth buying. Read more arrow about Hands-On Anson Belt Review: A Belt With No Holes?

Product Reviews Anson Belt, belts

Ties for short men

Short Ties: A Complete Guide to Ties for Short Guys

Updated on March 19, 2025 by Brock McGoff · Accessories

Ties too long? Here's everything you need to know about wearing ties as a shorter man (including where to buy short neckties). Read more arrow about Short Ties: A Complete Guide to Ties for Short Guys

Accessories Short Men's Fashion, ties

Four in hand knot

What’s the Best Tie Knot: 5 Options To Try Out

Updated on May 20, 2025 by Brock McGoff · Accessories

If you Google “best tie knot,” you’ll find over a million different options, but how many of these do you need to know? Read more arrow about What’s the Best Tie Knot: 5 Options To Try Out

Accessories necktie, tie knots, ties

Ash and Erie polo front

Polo Shirts for Short Men: Proper Fit, Top Brands and More

Updated on April 17, 2025 by Brock McGoff · Clothing and Style

Looking for polo shirts that fit well on shorter men? Here's a list of places that sell shorter length polos. Read more arrow about Polo Shirts for Short Men: Proper Fit, Top Brands and More

Clothing and Style polo, Short Men's Fashion

Full Windsor Knot

How to Tie a Full Windsor Knot (a.k.a., Double Windsor)

Published on March 9, 2020 by Brock McGoff · Accessories

Want to wear the perfect tie knot with your formal outfits? Keep reading to learn how to tie the Full Windsor. Read more arrow about How to Tie a Full Windsor Knot (a.k.a., Double Windsor)

Accessories Full Windsor Knot, necktie, tie knots

How to Tie a Simple Tie Knot

How to Tie a Simple Tie Knot (a.k.a., Oriental Knot)

Published on March 2, 2020 by Brock McGoff · Accessories

Looking for the perfect tie knot for men of modest proportions? This tutorial on the Simple Tie Knot is just for you! Read more arrow about How to Tie a Simple Tie Knot (a.k.a., Oriental Knot)

Accessories necktie, Simple Tie Knot, tie knots, ties

How to Tie a Half Windsor Knot - featured

How to Tie a Half Windsor Knot

Published on February 20, 2020 by Brock McGoff · Accessories

Looking to learn one uncomplicated tie knot that will get you through all your formal and business casual events? This guide on the Half Windsor knot is for you! Read more arrow about How to Tie a Half Windsor Knot

Accessories Half Windsor Knot, necktie, tie knots

Prince Albert Knot

How to Tie a Prince Albert Knot (a.k.a., Double Four in Hand)

Published on February 12, 2020 by Brock McGoff · Accessories

Want to look elegant and understated while still exuding confidence and style? You can do just that by learning how to tie the Prince Albert knot! Read more arrow about How to Tie a Prince Albert Knot (a.k.a., Double Four in Hand)

Accessories necktie, Prince Albert Knot, tie knots, ties

Chinos for short men

Chinos for Short Men: Where to Buy Shorter Inseam Chinos

Updated on March 4, 2025 by Brock McGoff · Clothing and Style

Wondering where to buy chinos for short men? Here's a list of brands that make shorter inseam chinos. Read more arrow about Chinos for Short Men: Where to Buy Shorter Inseam Chinos

Clothing and Style chinos, Short Men's Fashion

How to tie a Four in Hand knot

How to Tie a Four In Hand Knot (Step-By-Step Guide)

Published on January 26, 2020 by Brock McGoff · Accessories

What is the Four in Hand knot? When should you wear it? How do you tie it? Read this guide to find out! Read more arrow about How to Tie a Four In Hand Knot (Step-By-Step Guide)

Accessories four in hand, necktie, tie knots, ties

Shortest NFL Players of All Time

The 15 Shortest NFL Players of All Time

Published on January 17, 2020 by Brock McGoff · Men of Modest Height

Professional football is packed with some of the biggest, fastest, and strongest humans on the planet. But is there any room for short athletes in the NFL? Read more arrow about The 15 Shortest NFL Players of All Time

Men of Modest Height NFL, short athletes, sports

Ready to Wear vs Bespoke

Bespoke vs. Made-to-Measure vs. Off the Rack: What’s the Difference?

Updated on April 24, 2025 by Brock McGoff · Clothing and Style, Popular

What's the difference between off the rack, made to measure and bespoke? Which type of suit is right for you? Read more arrow about Bespoke vs. Made-to-Measure vs. Off the Rack: What’s the Difference?

Clothing and Style, Popular bespoke, Custom Clothing, made to measure, Oliver Wicks, Suit Supply, Suits

Shoes for small feet

Shoes for Small Feet: Where to Buy Small Men’s Shoes

Published on August 6, 2019 by Brock McGoff · Shoes

Men with smaller feet often have trouble finding shoes in their size. If you're wondering where to buy shoes for small feet, this guide is for you. Read more arrow about Shoes for Small Feet: Where to Buy Small Men’s Shoes

Shoes Buying Guides, shoes

Men's shoe collection

How to Build a Minimalist Shoe Collection (Plus 3 Examples)

Published on July 19, 2019 by Brock McGoff · Shoes

How many pairs of shoes do you really need? 10? 5? 1? Before you buy another pair, read this guide to learn about the minimalist shoe collection. Read more arrow about How to Build a Minimalist Shoe Collection (Plus 3 Examples)

Shoes collection, minimalism, shoes

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