It’s not a perfect solution, but it works in a pinch, especially when you haven’t got a chance to take your shirts to the tailor yet.

It may surprise you to know that you can tuck in just about any shirt – even polos (and sometimes t-shirts, too, although that’s a style you might not be into).

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Tucking in your shirt doesn’t always mean you’re dressing up. If you’re going casual, you’re still better off tucked in than with a shirt hanging down past your zipper.

The same goes for sleeves that come halfway down your hands. Giving the cuffs a simple roll looks relaxed and cool and can even fly as part of a business casual wardrobe.

Any piece of fabric that’s noticeably too long for your body will make you look even shorter and stockier. The quickest, easiest way of taking care of any loose clothing is the simple tuck and roll.

Tip #4: Don’t Go Too Thick (With Stripes)

It’s the first true style tip most of us ever hear:

“Horizontal stripes make you look wider. Vertical stripes lengthen your torso.”

It’s partially true, but really, it’s all about the width of the stripes.

It’s true that stripes can give you a horizontal stretch, which is the last thing you want, but that’s really only the case with thicker stripes.

So you don’t have to avoid stripes altogether. Just pick out shirts with thinner stripes.

If you’re short and stocky, your best bet will always be solid colors. But when you want some variety, go with thin stripes and other small-scale patterns like micro gingham and mini checks.