Big & Tall Summer Style

The Well-Rounded Gent: Summer’s Not Over Yet

The Well-Rounded Gent is the Chubstr feature focused on the finer things in life. From fashion, to grooming, to etiquette, we cover it here. This week, our own Tyler Jacobs shows how he’s battling the Heat Dome poolside in LA. We’ve rounded up a few favorites from big-guy-friendly brands to help him do it in style. 

Well-Rounded Gent Chubstr Big Fun American Eagle Ben Sherman
Sunglasses: Ben Sherman; Tank: Big Fun Co; Swim Trunks: American Eagle
Photo by Wry Toast Photos; Styling by Kat Eves
Well-Rounded Gent Chubstr Bearwood Apparel American Eagle Ben ShermanSunglasses
Sunglasses: Ben Sherman; Tank & Hat: Bearwood Apparel; Swim Trunks: American Eagle
Photo by Wry Toast Photos; Styling by Kat Eves
Well-Rounded Gent Chubstr American Eagle
Swim Trunks: American Eagle
Photo by Wry Toast Photos; Styling by Kat Eves
Well-Rounded Gent Chubstr American Eagle
Swim Trunks: American Eagle
Photo by Wry Toast Photos; Styling by Kat Eves
Well-Rounded Gent Chubstr Bearwood Apparel big guy swimwear
Tank & Swim Trunks: Bearwood Apparel
Photo by Wry Toast Photos; Styling by Kat Eves
Well-Rounded Gent Chubstr Bearwood Apparel big guy swimwear
Tank & Swim Trunks: Bearwood Apparel
Photo by Wry Toast Photos; Styling by Kat Eves
Well-Rounded Gent Chubstr Bearwood Apparel big guy swimwear Ben Sherman sunglasses
Sunglasses: Ben Sherman; Tank: Bearwood Apparel
Photo by Wry Toast Photos; Styling by Kat Eves
Well-Rounded Gent Chubstr Bearwood Apparel big guy swimwear Ben Sherman sunglasses
Sunglasses: Ben Sherman; Tank: Bearwood Apparel
Photo by Wry Toast Photos; Styling by Kat Eves

Well-Rounded Gent Swimwear Field Guide:

  • Don’t be afraid to show a little leg. Classic board shorts will always land on the racks, but shorter surf trunks and Euro-style briefs are making a big comeback across brands.
  • Prices start to drop on Spring/Summer fashion in July as retailers make room for Fall.
  • The American Eagle sale on swim trunks up to XXXL are now buy one, get one 50% off on already-reduced pricing. Get the trunks Tyler is wearing for half off here.
  • Use code WSWIM for 15% off all swimwear at Bearwood; available sizes S – 5XL.
  • Big Fun Co. tanks run long and roomy, making them a choice option for big and tall guys.
  • Stand out with indie brands: Both Big Fun Co. and Bearwood Apparel are independent labels from Long Beach, CA. You won’t find their stuff in big box stores and shopping malls.
  • Ben Sherman sunglasses currently available from UK retailers, only.

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