How to Instantly Look Taller in Ethnic Wear (Without Hitting the Gym)?

Let’s be honest—height envy is real, especially when it comes to weddings, big functions, or standing next to that *one super-tall cousin at the sangeet.  

But here’s the secret most stylists won’t tell you: looking taller is all about smart styling not your actual height.

Whether you're the groom, best man, or just attending, here’s How you can instantly look taller in ethnic wear and yes, you can start today.

Stick to Monochrome Magic

Wearing a single color from head to toe creates an uninterrupted vertical line, making you appear taller and slimmer.  

Skip loud contrasts between kurta and pyjama — instead, match tones closely.

Pro Tip

- Ivory-on-ivory  

- Navy-on-navy  

- Black-on-black always slaps

Keep Embroidery Up High

Love a bit of flair?  

Keep heavy embroidery limited to the chest, shoulders, and sleeves.

Why?  

- Heavy patterns near your knees or hem drag eyes downward = making you look shorter.

- Focus on *lighter, cleaner lower halves* for a height illusion.

Go Vertical (Literally)

Vertical elements are your best friend.  

Look for sherwanis, bandhgalas, or kurtas with:

- Vertical paneling  

- Pintucks  

- Long, clean dupattas that hang straight  

It subconsciously *draws the eye upward*, adding precious inches to your frame visually.

Fit Over Everything

Even the world's best sherwani can't save a sloppy fit.  

Baggy kurtas and oversized shoulders make you look wider and shorter.

What to fix

- Sharp shoulder seams (right at the shoulder bone)  

- Fitted waistlines that skim, not cling  

- Tapered churidars that create sleek lines  

At CandidMen, we tailor your rental sherwanis to fit like a glove—because when you look tailored, you look taller. 

Mojaris with a Little Lift

Traditional mojaris or ethnic shoes often have a 1-inch internal lift use it!  

Skip completely flat footwear.  

That slight elevation subtly raises you, without anyone noticing.

Bonus Tip 

- Pointed-toe mojaris also elongate your legs visually. Win-win!

Final Thought

Height isn’t about inches—it’s about impression.  

Walk in with the right color, right cut, right fit, and right attitude—and suddenly you’re the tallest guy in the room.

And hey, if you want the perfect sherwani look without spending ₹40,000 on one-time use...  

you already know who’s got you covered.

Rent it. Wear it. Return it. Only at CandidMen.