Oversized

A deliberately loose, generously proportioned fit that extends beyond the body's natural lines. Oversized garments create a relaxed, contemporary silhouette popular in streetwear and modern casual styles.

Category: Silhouettes & Cuts.

In men's style, "oversized" belongs to the Silhouettes & Cuts family of terminology. For the full A–Z reference of men's fashion and grooming vocabulary, see the Men's Style Glossary.

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