There existed a time where stylish essentials for big and tall men simply didn’t exist. There was the white dress shirt that one manufacturer made with the extra long sleeves. You could get an 3XL t-shirt and simply wear something ill-fitting, the right length but not the right width, or vice versa. If you really knew where to search you … Read More
Pacific Issue company profile: Custom shirts for the masses
As an #XXL man, one of the first eye-opening experiences you have in the world of fashion is when you discover how valuable a tailor can be. They can take clothes that sort of fit you and make them hug your body, as they should. A good tailor is an invaluable friend to have on speed dial. But in the … Read More
Big and Tall equals frustration: why this website exists
I wanted to pass along a quick note for anyone visiting for the first time and wondering what the point of this website is. My name is Kyle Andrew and I have spent a lifetime frustrated by attempting to find stylish clothing for someone my size. I am a very tall man and often have had a tough time finding … Read More
Large Size Boots – The Guide for Men with big feet
For those of us who experience drastic seasonal change, finding a good pair of large size boots can be a huge challenge. Further, finding a fashionable pair of boots, regardless of the season can be even harder. Similar to what we did for jeans, 48 Long has been working towards putting together a guide to the brands that carry boots … Read More
Kyle Andrew and 48 Long featured in Playboy Magazine Online
What a wonderful thing to have had happened this week! The talented writer Claire Francis had been working on a profile of myself and this website for the last month or so for Playboy magazine and it went live this week. It’s a wonderful summation of my own personal experiences and failures in finding fashion when you’re #XXL and a … Read More
Custom Made Tuxedo from Tailor Made Shanghai
Who is your favourite James Bond of all time? Which is your favourite Bond movie? Thanks to Tailor Made Shanghai I got to channel my inner 007 during a shoot. This custom made tuxedo from Tailor Made Shanghai let me live out my secret agent fantasy. And you can have your own custom made clothing, mens or womens, by joining me … Read More
