The body positivity movement has been an amazing one.
It’s made women all over the world realise that they don’t have to be a specific dress size in order to feel beautiful or dress well. But the focus has, for the most part, been around women.
There just aren’t anywhere near as many male plus size bloggers. According to research by BadRhino.com, 42% of men would like to be bloggers, but 75% of them just don’t feel confident enough.
So we spoke to some of the men leading the way in the male plus size blogging world, and find out where they get their confidence from, and what they love about being male style bloggers.
Kavah King, Gentleman’s Curve
‘I wanted to blog to provide a voice for men of size that went through similar experiences as myself. After some encouragement, I jumped in and didn’t look back.
‘My blog provides encouragement and helps men of size progress. The Gentlemen’s Curb addresses issues that we all face. We cover grooming, fitness, travel, lifestyle and fashion so the feedback has been phenomenal. I speak with some of the blog’s viewers daily. They keep me motivated, I feel as if I can’t let them down.
‘I think the lack of male bloggers comes from fewer options. As more brands arise that have different or current styles, more bloggers will rise too!’
Claus Fleissner, Extra Inches
‘I often get the feedback that guys are thankful for the inspirations I give them – as my outfits are a bit extreme they are happy that a plus size man shows what can be possible! But I get more feedback from woman that read my blog to get inspirations for their boyfriends or husbands.
‘One of the best ones was a girl who told me that she always shows my outfits to her boyfriend and he either says yes or no and she orders the clothes I presented!
‘Another guy who wrote to me was really ashamed of his body and always wanted to hide himself. My blog was helping him in the end of the process to be brave enough to play with fashion and to try things out.
‘Receiving positive feedback is the best part of blogging! It lets me know that my work is seen and respected. I´m really happy when someone tells me that I was a help in his life! It’s amazing to hear that.’
Riccardo Onorato, Guy Over Board
‘A blog cannot create a change if there is not a society that makes you feel appreciated and respected – always and in any case, but a blog can help!
‘It can help you feel less alone, sharing your doubts and this is the most important effect on readers. The feedback I receive is that the guys are raising the awareness of their body and the blog spread them to know more themselves, their limits and their weaknesses.
‘The blog maybe doesn’t give a universal solution but manages to put everyone in the state to look for it.
‘I always recommend that anyone thinking of starting a blog has a story to tell, starting from their own – the most passionate you. Like all stories it will evolve, change and improve, along with yourselves but the passion that will allow you to continue will be sharing your story with others.’
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