man with a dadbod (Photo : YouTube)
With Father's Day 2015 just a month away, it is the perfect time to learn how to dress a "dadbod" or "dad bod." This is usually a man with a mostly fit body who has some extra belly fat.
A dad body is often the result of a father having a background in physical activities such as sports or exercising. However, factors such as a bad diet or sedentary lifestyle have resulted in him becoming overweight or obese.
It is important to note that non-fathers can also have a dadbod. Chelsea Zalopany, Vogue.com Market Editor, said that the dadbod trend is about men doing anything they want and wearing anything they want.
Women can take certain steps when clothes shopping for their favorite dadbod. They should buy clothes for the unique physique of their boyfriend, husband, or father.
Another step that women can take when shopping for a pleasantly plump dadbod, is to choose certain clothing that will hide or play down certain areas. For dadbods, this often includes stomach fat and "man breasts."
Dark colors can be very effective in hiding such areas. Meanwhile, small patterns and vertical stripes can help to make a dadbod look thinner.
When choosing articles of clothing for a dadbod, it is important that it provides enough coverage. Still, baggy clothing should not be overly so.
Certain types of clothes are wise choices for dadbods, due to their form or function. For example, un-tucked fitted shirts, suspenders, and hats are good options, according to Art of Manliness.
Finally, another step girlfriends and wives should take is to chose relaxed and roomy clothing that they could borrow from their significant others. Sweaters are one of the best choices, according to Vogue.
These shopping tips can even be used by men who clothes shop for themselves. They can also be applied when buying Father's Day gifts for the June 21 red-letter day.
