When you think about flattering clothes, blazers aren’t typically in the mix. Vertical stripes? Certainly. Belted dresses? You bet. But there is a way to lighten up your menswear workhorse. Are you ready? Roll the sleeves. Exhibit A:
The 5-Second Trick to Looking Thinner in a Blazer
Published May 4, 2018
Why? We’re glad you asked. Your wrist and lower forearm area are the slimmest parts of your arm. When you have structure around the shoulders and a hemline that might not hit your favorite spot, a delicate cuff can totally transform your confidence.
If your blazer was made with cropped sleeves, great. If not, roll ‘em up like supremely chic PureWow Coterie member Monroe Steele. (This also goes for tops.)
With visual tricks like this, who even needs the gym?
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