Where to Shop
Where do I actually shop for all of this?
"Hey, where did you actually get that dress / that skirt / those shoes?" (Social media)
It's admittedly a question I get asked all the time. So on this page I keep an up-to-date list of tips on shapes, cuts and shopping experiences. Links marked with an asterisk on this page are affiliate links: if you buy through them, I earn a small commission, which helps support this project at no extra cost to you. Thank you in advance!
But I don't dare...
You're absolutely not alone there. Since a lot of people don't feel comfortable heading into town and trying on dresses, skirts or shoes in a physical store, I focus here almost entirely on online shops. That said, I do want to say a word or two about shopping in person. If you'd still like to experience the city and take shopping to a whole different level, take your time and bring someone you trust completely — especially the first time you head into the women's department. Or simply take your partner along, so you're not walking in alone.
Let me tell you this...
It's true that, in this day and age, dresses, skirts, heels and so on tend to be designed with women in mind. Still, there are plenty of ways for men to get their hands on great, head-turning outfits.
Dresses for Men
How often have I stood in front of a dress, frustrated, because the slim cut only came in XXS, XS or M — or it looked amazing in store and completely wrong at home. My full shopping guide for blouses, dresses and skirts.
Skirts for Men
The right shape, the right length, the right shop — my picks for skirts that actually work on a man's body, from A-line to pleated.
Shoes in Large Sizes
Where do you get heels in size 12 and up? Which shops carry pumps in large — and wide — sizes? As a walking size 12/13 myself, I share my shopping experiences and store recommendations.