Are Johnston & Murphy Shoes Any Good?
Johnston & Murphy shoes are great for some men, but they're not for everyone. about Are Johnston & Murphy Shoes Any Good?
Dress Tall Rule #4: Color Combinations
Do you know what color clothes to wear? Do you know which color combinations work best for men under 5'8"? Read on to become a color matching pro. about Dress Tall Rule #4: Color Combinations
Men of Modest Height: Rivers Cuomo
Rivers Cuomo is one of the great Gen X singer-songwriters. He's the guy behind Weezer, one of the most popular indie/rock/pop bands of the past couple decades. about Men of Modest Height: Rivers Cuomo
Viccel Socks Review – Affordable Men’s Socks
When it comes to getting dressed, socks are an afterthought for most men. This is why you see guys strutting around with white cotton socks under dress slacks or short about Viccel Socks Review – Affordable Men’s Socks
Dress Tall Rule #3: Wear Dark Colors
You've probably heard that the color black is "slimming" and that people who want to look thinner should wear dark colors. about Dress Tall Rule #3: Wear Dark Colors
Saddleback Leather Satchel Review
Every man wants a big leather bag. The kind of bag that travels with you all over the world and gets all beat up. The kind of bag that ages gracefully and wears its scars about Saddleback Leather Satchel Review
Linjer Review: Affordable, High-Quality Leather Bags
A while back, I wrote a post for one of my favorite blogs, Dappered. It was all about shopping for shorter gents, and it generated a bunch of comments and about Linjer Review: Affordable, High-Quality Leather Bags
Guidomaggi Review: Luxury Italian-Made Elevator Shoes
Are Guidomaggi shoes any good? This hands-on Guidomaggi review has everything you need to know. about Guidomaggi Review: Luxury Italian-Made Elevator Shoes
Dress Tall Rule #1: Don’t Wear Baggy Clothing
It doesn't matter how much your clothes cost. It doesn't matter where you bought them or who made them. It doesn't even matter if they're fancy and dressy or just plain about Dress Tall Rule #1: Don’t Wear Baggy Clothing
Fitbay: An App That Helps You Find Clothes That Fit
For short men, the hardest part about dressing well is finding clothes that fit. If you're like me, trips to the mall usually end in frustration. It's almost as if the about Fitbay: An App That Helps You Find Clothes That Fit
Combatant Gentlemen Review: Affordable Style
Dressing well isn't easy, especially for us shorter gents. Most off the rack clothes don't fit, so we have to pay extra for clothing alterations. That's why you should about Combatant Gentlemen Review: Affordable Style
Fall Styles for Short Men
Choosing the Best Autumn Colors and Patterns for Short Men, and How To Layer Everything Together
I love fall. It means rich autumn colors, thick and interesting about Fall Styles for Short Men
Stop Wearing Clothes That Don’t Fit Your Body
(Want to see photos of how I used to dress? Read on...)
You're here because you want to dress well. But why? For the sake of dressing well? No. You want respect - from about Stop Wearing Clothes That Don’t Fit Your Body
100 Things That Happen To You When You Start Dressing Well
I'm walking out of a subway station the other day when this young lady (obviously a tourist) comes up to me and asks for directions. about 100 Things That Happen To You When You Start Dressing Well
How to Find Affordable Clothes That Actually Fit
How much money do you think most men spend on clothes every year? Hundreds of dollars? Thousands?
Most men, myself included, don't spend all of their hard-earned money about How to Find Affordable Clothes That Actually Fit
Finding the Best Bags for Svelte Gents
When it comes to dressing well, accessories are often an afterthought. After all, shirts and pants are more important than belts and bags, right? about Finding the Best Bags for Svelte Gents
Q&A With Roger Ma from lifelaidout.com
Blogger Roger Ma Talks Clothes, Money and Confidence
Here at The Modest Man, I like to profile famous short men to figure out how us svelte gents should (and shouldn't) about Q&A With Roger Ma from lifelaidout.com
Shoe Passion Review
You know what they say about men with small feet?
They have trouble finding high quality, handmade leather dress shoes that fit. (What did you think I was going to about Shoe Passion Review
Gagliardi Review: Italian Tailored Menswear
Gagliardi is one of those brands that I had heard a lot about but never actually tried. I had seen ads or reviews on several of my favorite menswear blogs like Image about Gagliardi Review: Italian Tailored Menswear
Trunk Club Review: Part 3
Never heard of Trunk Club? Check out parts one and two of this review series, then come back and read part three. about Trunk Club Review: Part 3
Trunk Club Review: Part 2
Welcome to the part two of my Trunk Club review. In part one, I wrote about setting up my Trunk Club profile and discussing my clothing preferences and sizes with Lisa, about Trunk Club Review: Part 2
Style Advice for Shorter Gents from Alpha M
The Modest Man is the only style blog that focuses specifically on men who are below average height, but there are plenty of blogs that are run by shorter gents. about Style Advice for Shorter Gents from Alpha M
Trunk Club Review: Part 1
I was recently contacted by a marketing rep from a Chicago-based company called Trunk Club. She asked if I'd be interested in becoming a customer and reviewing their about Trunk Club Review: Part 1
Dragon Inside Suit Review
Your clothes are always working. They're either working for you or against you, but they're always working. about Dragon Inside Suit Review
Neckties for Short Men from Fort Belvedere
Most neckties are too long for men under 5'8". No matter what kind of knot you use or how well you tie them, they end up going way past your belt line. Sure, there are a about Neckties for Short Men from Fort Belvedere
Fall Style Tips for Men Who Are Below Average Height
Fall is arguably the best season for clothing. You can go crazy with layering and wear almost everything in your closet. Get out the leather boots, suede Oxfords, woven about Fall Style Tips for Men Who Are Below Average Height
Does the Clothing Industry Ignore Shorter Men?
The vast majority of clothing retailers completely ignore men under 5'8". about Does the Clothing Industry Ignore Shorter Men?
Primal Professional Review: Comfortable Dress Shoes
Any man who gives a damn about his appearance is constantly dealing with the tension between style and comfort. Ideally, your clothes should fit well, look great and feel about Primal Professional Review: Comfortable Dress Shoes
Deo Veritas Review: Custom Tailored Dress Shirts
Made-to-measure dress shirts (often referred to as "custom" or just "MTM") are often ideal for smaller gents who have trouble finding button down shirts that fit well off about Deo Veritas Review: Custom Tailored Dress Shirts





























