Shirts for Short Men

If you’re under the average height of 6’, finding shirts that fit can be difficult.

Typical off-the-rack t-shirts and polos are usually too long, with oversized details (like pockets, collars, and plackets). And, different body types aren’t taken into account. Finding shirts for short men is next to impossible.

We had the same problem. So, we fixed it.

We looked at the data: We analyzed body scan images and found that 93% of men had two body types: The upside-down triangle or the rectangle. When clothing is made with this consideration, it fits much better and is much more comfortable. With our body scan data, we created three-dimensional proportional sizing. Here’s how it works:

1. Height
2. Body Type
3. Size

When these three sizing factors are considered for clothing, shirts fit better. Here’s a closer look at all the sizing factors and how they impact our fit.

Height

The average height of men is 6’. This means that if you’re 5’ 10” or under, off-the-rack shirts will be too long. Nothing is more frustrating. And, if you happen to find a shirt that fits in the length, the details are too large. The sleeves are often too long, and the pockets, collar, and plackets are too large. When you choose your height in our shirts, we size down all the other details to fit you. Our short length shirts fit you everywhere - not just the length.

Body Type

In looking at body scan data, we found that 93% of men are either an upside-down triangle or rectangle body type. If you are an upside-down triangle body type, then you may have noticed that many shirts are tight in the shoulders and chest, while being loose and baggy in the waist. This is because typical shirts aren’t made with this body type in mind. Alternatively, if you are a rectangle body type, then you may find that many shirts have extra fabric in the shoulders while being uncomfortable through the waist. Our fit takes your body type into account, so your shirt fits you perfectly no matter which of those two body types you are.

Size

The last part of our three-dimensional proportional sizing is the typical size you would normally wear. When the other two factors are included in sizing, you won’t have to size up or down to get the right fit. Often, shorter men have to size down so that the length fits, which results in an ill-fitting shirt throughout the arms, chest, and waist. Finding shirts for short men is no longer difficult with Otero Menswear, because your shape and height are also a factor in sizing.