Below are links to pages that provide fashion advice for the short man. We have rated them on a scale of to 10 scale, 10 being highest, according to how much useful information is available.
Some tips are common across many of these sites. Vertical lines and solid colors help anyone look taller. Horizontal lines and color patterns have the opposite affect. A good fit is important for anyone. For pants, select a short rise, which the distance between the crotch and the waist band.
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Short Shrifted
Billed as a clothing & style resource for short men, this blog has the most extensice collection of information on clothing for short men that we have seen anywhere. Given the author's dedication, we look forward to it becoming more comprehensive over time.
Rating: 9
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Tips for dressing your short and stylish guy
From NBC's morning Today show: Finding the right fit and style is the key to appearing taller and sleeker. Style expert Alan Au offers some advice to men under 5 feet 8 inches
Rating: 8
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Piner's Clothing Guide for Short Men
Piner's guide has been the standard for short short men for a long time. It concentrates mostly on references to stores but includes some fashion advice as well. There is very good information on shoe options.
Rating: 7
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AskMen.com: Fashion Tips For Short & Tall Men
These tips are valid and detailed. Many of them suggest ways for the short man to look taller. Unfortunately the tone is discouragingly derogatory.
Rating: 7