Finding stylish men’s clothes in a wide size range is harder than finding a parking spot at a busy Trader Joe’s. When you find something in your size, it’s likely gray and shapeless. And on the small chance that you do find something in a color, it’s likely made from stretchy sports material or covered in superhero graphics.
While stretchy gray clothes are universal and comfortable, everyone deserves access to a wide variety of styles and patterns. So if you’re looking to spruce up your wardrobe or just get a couple of fun pieces, we’ve rounded up the best shops to get good-looking, eye-catching plus-size or big and tall men’s clothes.
Most stores’ sizing goes to around a 4X or 5X, but some go up to 10X. For every shop listed, we included their size range, general pricing and what types of clothing you can expect from the brand.
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Walmart
Walmart is a great place to stock up on men's basics in bulk at affordable prices, and they offer an inclusive size range that goes up to a 6XL. This can be a great place to shop if you prefer a more laidback style, with classic jeans, tees and button-downs on offer. Shirts can be as low as $5 and pants around $20.
Pictured are the Wrangler men's regular fit jeans with flex for $20.
Johnny Bigg
Johnny Bigg is an Australian menswear line that runs up to 10XL. They have a variety of timeless basics, printed and patterned shirts, formalwear and pants. The vibe is trendy, elevated pieces that will make you look like someone who drinks black coffee and calls movies "films." A T-shirt runs around $20-$30 and a pair of pants is around $90.
Pictured is the Bowden Smart Harrington jacket for $139.
BoohooMan
BoohooMan (the men's line of clubwear and fast fashion retailer Boohoo) has a wide variety of Instagram- and TikTok-trendy inexpensive clothing in all sorts of colors, fabrics and patterns, up to a 5XL. These inexpensive items likely won't last for years on end, but they're really fun. Tons of items are on sale right now, so a shirt is around $15, and pants around $25.
Pictured is the oversized boxy stripe open knit polo for $20.
Carhartt
Known for their workwear and all-weather gear (and hipster baristas that seem to love flame-retardant pants), Carhartt runs to a 5XL. They have a big selection of solid-color jackets, T-shirts, work pants, sweatshirts and overalls and a couple of cute patterned pieces. A shirt will run about $30 and a pair of pants around $50.
Pictured is the loose fit heavyweight short-sleeve pocket T-shirt for $25.
ASOS
Don't write them off as a women's clothing spot; ASOS has a huge selection of menswear running up to 5XL. While their ethos is generally quantity over quality (i.e. these likely aren't pieces that'll last for decades on end), they have a ton of colorful print shirts, fun suits and blazers and other unique pieces for going out on the town or posing for Instagram. ASOS also carries classic brands like Polo Ralph Lauren in big and tall sizes. A shirt can range from $20-$$50 and pants are around $50.
Pictured are the ASOS Design linen blend parachute pants for $50.
DXL
DXL has a great selection of name brands in extended sizes, often pieces that are hard to find anywhere else. You'll find Levi's, Vineyard Vines, Brooks Brothers and Polo Ralph Lauren. It's not a budget store, but it's great for good, timeless pieces from brands you already know about. Sizing runs to a 8XL or 70 waist; a shirt is around $50, and pants around $60, depending on the brand.
Pictured is the Polo Ralph Lauren soft touch polo shirt for $87+.
Champion
Known for their streetwear and workout clothes, Champion has a pretty solid selection of tees, sweats, shorts and hoodies up to a size 4XL. Their pieces are great for the gym or for everyday casual wear. A T-shirt is about $15 and a pair of sweatpants runs around $30-$40.
Pictured are the open hem lightweight lounge pants for $25+.
Nordstrom
For designer pieces and other splurge-worthy items, Nordstrom has a great men's Big & Tall section. You'll find Vuori, Michael Kors, Lacoste and more, with sizes running to 6XL. A dress shirt can set you back anywhere from $50-$100 and a pair of pants around $100-$130.
Pictured is the premium non-iron trim fit dress shirt for $90.
Target
While they don't always carry a huge selection in-store, Target has a wide variety of men's clothing online, running up to a 5XL. Target has great, affordable basics like chino pants and plain shirts, but also good-looking patterned button-ups, jackets and graphic tees. They also carry brands like Lands' End. A shirt is around $10-$20 and pants around $30.
Pictured are the Goodfellow & Co Every Wear slim fit chino pants for $30.
KingSize
KingSize is the classic, but they've been coming out with some really cute pieces, running up to 10XL in shirts and a 72W in pants. You can get gray sweats here for sure, but also vests, jeans, button-ups and sportswear.
Pictured is the Liberty Blues denim jacket for $77 (regularly $85).
Old Navy
Carrying up to a 4XL, Old Navy is your one-stop shop for affordable men's basics and more novelty items like Hawaiian shirts and bright printed bathing suits. A shirt is around $20 and pants around $30-$40.
Pictured is the water-resistant zip bomber jacket for $42 (regularly $70).
Nautica
Ignore all the straight-size models, which seem to be the only type featured in product images, and know that Nautica has a huge selection of men's clothes in sizing up to a 6XL and 60 waist. There's a lot of preppy and tailored men's clothes, like polo shirts, sweaters and khakis; a shirt is around $40 and pants around $60.
Pictured are the big and tall stretch deck shorts for $36-$60, depending on the color.
Columbia
Nature lovers and outdoorsmen rejoice! Outdoor sporting company Columbia has a great selection of men's sports and hiking clothes running up to 6XL. They have a great selection of dependable basics and stylish outdoorsy clothes like raincoats and fishing shirts. A shirt will run you around $45 and pants around $65.
Pictured is the PFG Tamiami II short sleeve shirt for $45.