Clothing Gifts for Tall Men

Selecting a Valentine's gift for a boyfriend or husband is a delicate operation at the best of times. If you have left it late and you are buying for a tall man, it can be even trickier.

If you are looking for the romantic idea of a lifetime that will clinch that engagement ring or set the clock on your marriage back to the honeymoon days, please don't rely on my advice alone! However, if you are looking for some inspiration related to clothing, read on! It's not too late to order some great gifts, but don't delay.

Firstly, think quality not quantity. This is a chance to show someone is special and that you've thought about them, so don't just buy something they need anyway. Secondly, love should be in the air, so think more personal, elegant items rather than, say, a new pair of steel capped work boots. Thirdly, most tall men I've met may be sensitive but they are mainly practical; think carefully before buying knick-knacks or overly sentimental items (ok, so maybe I'm just hoping my own beloved will read this!).

Soft, luxurious underwear is an obvious idea (and will undoubtedly get your partner in a Valentine's mood). But this is no time for three-pack nylon briefs bought off Amazon. You need to show that some thought has gone into this. Think about boxers or boxer briefs in crisp cotton or even silk. Bath robes and lounge pants in patterned cotton can also bring a touch of class to a well-used bedroom item.

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Custom made chinos : an epiphany for tall men

After a long period of hesitation, I finally ordered myself a pair of pants with custom measurements just before Christmas. The only thing that held me back from what is such a sensible idea is the fact that I like to see things I buy (even if that means looking in a shop and then buying online). BUt after yet another frustrating and unsuccessful shopping trip looking for any 'tall' clothes, I thought I'd give it a try.

I am glad to say that the trial worked perfectly. I am now the proud owner of a comfortable and well-fitting pair of chinos and a firm convert to custom-made clothing. For 2012, I plan to extend my trial to shirts and maybe some other items. I shall share my experiences with you as I go along. Please do comment if you have your own stories about custom ordered tall clothing.

The site I used was Tailor Store, which offers two styles of chinos in different colors and two fabric types (Derby is quite a heavy, thick fabric and the lighter Nottingham) as well as shorts, shirts, polo shirts and even custom-made underwear. You can specify all of your measurements and various other options such as pockets and stitching. This means you are no longer limited to a '36 waist' or '36 inseam' - if you need a 35.5 inch waist and a 36.6 inch inseam that's exactly what you get! I also chose a slightly higher waist since I hate my shirt coming untucked from 'low rise' pants.

I liked this site partly because they are also very open about where the clothes are made (Sri Lanka) but also the use of organic textiles and information about working conditions and where the fabrics come from. Despite coming from the other side of the world, my order reached me within 2 weeks and was cheaper than I would pay for a pair of (too short) pants in my own home town.

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Tall Men's Jeans in 37 inseam

For tall men who want the length of their jeans to be 'just so', choosing between a 36 inch inseam and a 38 inch inseam may not be good enough. But for men looking for jeans with a 37 inch inseam, there are a few options if you look hard enough.

• Hudson Jeans - Athletic Fit
  
  
• Joe's Jeans
  
  
• Southern Thread
  
  
• Paige Jeans
  
  

Most of these are at the higher end of the price spectrum because this size is usually only available from more fashionable labels. If you want this length but don't want the designer label you can try the cheaper Make Your Own Jeans or Indi Denim that will allow you to design your own custom jeans in your exact size.

Tall Men's Sweaters & Outdoor Coats

As the weather turns and the season changes, sweaters and coats emerge from the darker recesses of the wardrobe and, if you're like me, you may realise it's time for some upgrades. Finding tall men's sweaters and outerwear is not always easy but here are some suggestions.

For all things outdoor and open-air, Eddie Bauer is a good start and their tall items have clear measurements so taller men can check them against their needs. Below are a selection of sweaters and coats from the current collection.

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38 Inch Inseam Jeans for Tall Men

For many tall men, the ultimate clothing challenge is finding a decent pair of jeans with a long inseam. Finding tall jeans with a 36 inch or 38 inch inseam becomes a piece of internet detective work.

Always eager to help, Clothing Tall Men has compiled a page dedicated to brands and designers worldwide that offer men's jeans in a 38" inseam (including a 37, 39 or even 40 inch inseam where available). Amazingly, we found around 20 labels in the US that make 38 inseam jeans, including tall designer jeans and tall slim jeans, and at least 10 in Europe. As well as the names, you'll find direct links to some of the best quality labels at the link right here:

Clothing Tall Men's Definitive Guide to 38 Inch Inseam Jeans for Tall Men

But because the selection is always changing, we have also created a separate site where we post our long inseam discoveries, neatly tagged according to inseam, brand, price range and other features. Check out the steadily expanding selection at:

Gigantic Jeans : Long Inseam Jeans for Tall Men

If you're looking for a 36 inch inseam, there's no need to feel left out. Click on the "36 inch jeans" tag under the title at the top of this blog, and you'll quickly pull up all the articles that include 36 inseam jeans. Our Gigantic Jeans site also contains plenty of 36 inch inseam jeans. We'll be featuring more labels as we find them, so keep an eye out for new articles, and also watch for new Twitter posts (see box at right for the latest or click the twitter icon in the right hand column).

Tall Bargain of the Day : Thomas Dean Extra Long Shirts

I am a frequent browser at Sierra Trading Post, which offers an Aladdin's Cave of greatly reduced items from high quality brands. There is always something in extra long sizes for tall men - the challenge is sorting through to find it! So when I saw some Thomas Dean shirts in tall sizes I thought I'd share the details before they sell out.

Thomas Dean produces a range of high end casual shirts by designers who previously worked for Nordstrom. They cater for larger sizes, which includes tall shirt sizes with an extra 1.5 inches on the sleeve all the way from Large Tall (for chest 42-43 inches) to 4XLT (for chest 59-61 inches). They use high quality cotton and high standards of manufacture with nice details like different colored fabric on the reverse side of the sleeve cuffs. There are usually some more classic styles on offer but I find some of the styles a little loud (in my opinion not so good for tall men).

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Stylish, Smart Casual Chinos & Khakis for Tall Men

Chinos are increasingly an essential part of any man's wardrobe, offering a smart-casual look that works whether you're on the beach, in the office or at the palace. In this article, we find chinos to suit every budget from pauper to prince (yes, we have gone a little royal wedding crazy. Don't worry, it will pass).

But first, what's the difference between chinos and khakis? Unless you're in the army, you'll probably never need to care. Both chino and khaki are terms that originally come from military clothing; chino is a type of twill cloth while khaki refers to a sandy brown color. So confusingly, you can have chino cloth in a khaki color. You'll find smart casual cotton trousers in pale shades called all sorts of things. Here are some that we recommend.

Chinos have now become an established feature in the office environment, originally for a 'dress down Friday' but now they are widely accepted as business clothing, maybe worn with a blue Oxford shirt or another shirt with a collar but no tie. Chinos with a pleat give a slightly smarter look but risk making you look a bit nerdy. Style-wise, chinos are now available in a 'five pocket' style, the same as you see on jeans. These are rather more casual than the normal version with side pockets in the seam.

A relatively new name in men's smart casual clothing is Bonobos. Formed by a couple of business school chums, the company has gone for quality clothing with a few distinctive touches that make their clothes stand out. They have recently expanded their sizes to include a number of styles with a 36 inch inseam and their customer service is excellent.

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