10 Male Celebrities with Oval Body Shape and Styling Tips

Top 10 Oval Body Shape Male Celebrities

This guide looks at ten well-known men with an Oval body shape and turns each one into formal and casual outfit ideas for men with a similar build.

In this guide, we use Oval for a rounded, fuller-middle outline with more general fullness through the torso.

Triangle, Inverted Triangle, Rectangle, Trapezoid and Hourglass follow familiar styling usage; Oval and Diamond are described in The VOU’s own words.

The outfit ideas under each name are The VOU’s suggestions for this outline; they are not reports of what each man has worn, and brand names are examples of where to look.

For the full method, see our oval body shape guide.

Whatever you take from the ideas, fit comes first: a jacket that fastens without pulling, a shirt that does not gape between buttons, and trousers whose waistband sits where you want it, standing and seated.

Rise labels vary between makers, so check the actual pair rather than the label.

1. Seth Rogen

Formal Look

For Seth Rogen, one of the ten men with an Oval body shape in this guide, the formal idea is a well-fitted suit with a little ease through the middle rather than a close, suppressed waist.

The aim is not to turn an Oval outline into a Rectangle body shape; it is a clean line from shoulder to hem in a jacket that fastens without pulling.

Charcoal or navy cloth with a quiet texture, such as fine herringbone or a matte finish, adds interest; many men choose darker suiting when they would like less contrast at the middle, though a lighter suit that fits well is also a sound choice.

For evening events, a tuxedo with satin lapels and trousers hemmed to meet the shoe cleanly keeps the outfit simple.

Casual Look

For a casual idea, a well-fitted button-up shirt in a solid colour or small pattern, from a maker such as Gitman Vintage, works with straight-leg trousers in a darker tone.

A lightweight overshirt or unstructured jacket worn open adds a layer from shoulder to hip without clinging at the middle.

Leather trainers or desert boots finish the outfit without drawing attention to one area.

Styling Tips

Choose a suit with a little ease through the middle and a jacket that fastens without pulling

If you would like less contrast at the middle, try darker suiting with a subtle texture

Pair a well-fitted button-up shirt with straight-leg trousers for a casual outfit

Add an open overshirt or unstructured jacket as a layer from shoulder to hip

2. Jack Black

Formal Look

Jack Black has an Oval body shape; for him, the formal idea is a tailored suit from a house such as Gucci, with a defined shoulder and a gentle taper through the body; how much waist shaping you choose depends on how the jacket fastens over the middle.

Colour can carry an event outfit: a midnight blue tuxedo with black satin lapels or a burgundy dinner jacket with a subtle texture is one way to draw attention towards the chest and face, and it suits a confident, playful style.

A tonal outfit in one deep colour is another option if you prefer a long, unbroken line.

Casual Look

A rock-inspired casual idea starts with a dark T-shirt that skims rather than clings, from a brand such as John Varvatos, worn with straight-leg jeans or chinos.

A leather jacket or structured blazer adds shape at the shoulders; wear it open if fastening it pulls across the middle.

Chelsea boots or leather high-tops keep the outfit consistent.

Styling Tips

Try a tailored suit with a defined shoulder and only as much waist shaping as fastens comfortably

Use colour or pattern near the chest and face if you would like attention drawn upward

Wear a dark T-shirt that skims the body with straight-leg jeans or chinos for a casual outfit

Add a leather jacket or structured blazer, worn open if it pulls when fastened

3. James Corden

Formal Look

James Corden has an Oval body shape; for him, the formal idea is a suit cut by Savile Row tailors or another bespoke or made-to-measure maker, with a structured shoulder and a gentle taper through the body.

Classic patterns in muted navy, charcoal or deep blue, such as a fine pinstripe or a quiet windowpane check, add interest; pinstripes are often chosen to lead the eye up and down, but their effect depends on the stripe spacing and the rest of the outfit.

A three-piece suit with a waistcoat that lies flat and is long enough to cover the trouser waistband gives a tidy line across the middle.

Casual Look

For a smart-casual idea, a button-down shirt from a shirtmaker can be worn untucked if its hem is cut for it, with dark straight-leg trousers.

An unstructured blazer or lightweight knit cardigan worn open adds a layer from shoulder to hip.

Leather loafers or minimal trainers in a darker tone keep the outfit simple.

Styling Tips

Try a bespoke or made-to-measure suit with a structured shoulder and a gentle taper

Choose muted pinstripes or checks if you want pattern without strong contrast

Wear a shirt cut for wearing untucked with dark straight-leg trousers

Add an open unstructured blazer or knit cardigan as a smooth layer

4. John Bradley

Formal Look

John Bradley, known for his role in Game of Thrones, has an Oval body shape; for him, the formal idea is a suit with a slightly easier cut through the middle and a clear shoulder line, from a British tailor or as a ready-to-wear jacket altered to fit.

Solid dark cloth such as midnight blue or deep charcoal, with a texture like fine herringbone or a subtle jacquard, gives depth; dark colours are a common choice when you would like less attention at the middle.

For black-tie events, a classic black dinner jacket with trousers hemmed to meet the shoe cleanly gives a long, simple line.

Casual Look

A preppy casual idea pairs a well-fitted oxford shirt from a brand such as Charles Tyrwhitt in a lighter colour with dark straight-leg chinos.

The lighter shirt draws attention towards the face; if you would rather reduce contrast at the waist, choose a shirt and chinos in closer tones.

A V-neck jumper or unstructured sports jacket adds a layer, and leather brogues or minimal trainers finish the outfit.

Styling Tips

Choose a suit with ease through the middle and a clear shoulder line

Try solid dark cloth with texture if you want less contrast at the middle

Pair a lighter oxford shirt with dark chinos, or choose closer tones for less contrast

Layer with a V-neck jumper or unstructured sports jacket

5. Josh Gad

Formal Look

Josh Gad has an Oval body shape; for him, the formal idea is a suit whose jacket is long enough to cover the seat, with only light waist shaping so that it fastens without pulling.

A three-piece suit in a single colour or a quiet pinstripe uses the waistcoat to give a neat line across the middle; check that the waistcoat covers the trouser waistband standing and seated.

Midnight blue or charcoal grey with a subtle texture works for evening events; peak lapels are one way to draw attention towards the shoulders, and notch lapels are an equally sound choice.

Casual Look

A polished casual idea is a well-fitted button-down shirt with dark-wash straight-leg jeans, worn with the top button undone and the sleeves rolled to mid-forearm.

An open cardigan or unstructured blazer adds a layer from shoulder to hip.

Desert boots or leather loafers in a darker tone complete the outfit.

Styling Tips

Choose a jacket long enough to cover the seat, with waist shaping that fastens comfortably

Try a three-piece suit, checking that the waistcoat covers the trouser waistband

If you want a long, unbroken line, choose a tonal outfit or a subtle vertical pinstripe

Layer with an open cardigan or unstructured blazer

6. Paul Giamatti

Formal Look

Paul Giamatti has an Oval body shape; for him, the formal idea is a suit from an Italian house such as Zegna, or a tailored equivalent, with a slightly relaxed cut through the middle and structured shoulders.

Rich, deep colours such as burgundy or forest green in a subtle texture suit award-season events if you enjoy colour; a patterned tie and pocket square add interest near the face.

Casual Look

A professorial casual idea pairs a well-fitted button-down shirt from a brand like Ralph Lauren with straight-leg chinos or corduroy trousers.

A tweed jacket or a lightweight quilted gilet adds a layer over the shirt.

Classic leather loafers or desert boots complete the outfit.

Styling Tips

Choose a suit with a relaxed cut through the middle and structured shoulders

Try rich, deep colours with a subtle texture if you enjoy colour in formalwear

Add a patterned tie and pocket square to draw attention towards the face

Layer with a tweed sports jacket or a lightweight quilted gilet

7. Brendan Gleeson

Formal Look

Brendan Gleeson has an Oval body shape; for him, the formal idea is a suit with a slightly easier cut through the middle, defined shoulders and a jacket long enough to cover the seat; a tailor can set the length against your own height and seat rather than a fixed number.

Navy or charcoal cloth in a subtle herringbone or bird’s eye weave adds texture; a heavier cloth holds its shape but is warmer, so choose the weight for the season.

A three-piece suit works when the waistcoat is long enough to cover the trouser waistband, giving a tidy line between jacket and trousers.

Casual Look

A country casual idea pairs Oxford cloth button-downs or a muted check shirt from a heritage shirtmaker with straight-leg moleskin trousers.

An Aran jumper or a waxed cotton jacket from Barbour adds a layer with some volume at the chest and shoulders, which some men like as a balance to a fuller middle.

Brogue boots or derby shoes finish the outfit.

Styling Tips

Choose a suit with ease through the middle, defined shoulders and a jacket that covers the seat

Try textured navy or charcoal cloth in a weight that suits the season

Pair a muted check shirt with straight-leg moleskin trousers for a casual outfit

Layer with an Aran jumper or waxed cotton jacket if you want more volume at the shoulders

8. Ricky Gervais

Formal Look

Ricky Gervais has an Oval body shape; for him, the formal idea is a sharp, minimal suit with a slightly easier cut through the middle, defined shoulders and a jacket length that suits your height.

All-black outfits with different textures, such as a matte wool jacket with satin-faced lapels, add depth; an all-dark outfit gives a long, unbroken line, though fit matters more than colour.

A slightly higher gorge with narrower notch lapels is one way to draw attention upward; lapel width is a style choice, not a rule.

Casual Look

A minimalist casual idea pairs a black or navy crew-neck T-shirt that skims rather than clings, from a brand such as Sunspel, with straight-leg jeans.

Keeping the outfit in one colour gives a single vertical line, and an unstructured blazer with light shoulder padding adds shape at the shoulders.

Chelsea boots or minimal white trainers keep the outfit clean.

Styling Tips

Choose a suit with ease through the middle, defined shoulders and a jacket length that suits your height

Try an all-black outfit with varied textures (matte wool, satin-faced lapels) for depth

Wear a dark crew-neck T-shirt that skims the body with straight-leg jeans

Layer with an unstructured blazer with light shoulder padding

9. Cedric the Entertainer

Formal Look

Cedric the Entertainer has an Oval body shape; for him, the formal idea is a bold, custom-made suit in a jewel tone such as emerald green or sapphire blue, from a tailor who works confidently in colour, such as Ozwald Boateng.

Defined shoulders, light waist shaping that still fastens comfortably and a jacket long enough to cover the seat give structure, and a matching waistcoat adds a neat line across the middle.

Subtle patterns such as tonal jacquards or micro-checks add interest without competing with the colour.

Casual Look

A preppy casual idea pairs a crisp button-down shirt with vertical stripes, from a shirtmaker, with tailored chinos from a brand such as Bonobos.

A brighter shirt over darker trousers draws attention towards the face, and an unstructured sport coat from Brooks Brothers or a similar maker adds a clean layer.

Loafers or brogues in a rich leather finish complete the outfit.

Styling Tips

Choose a custom suit with defined shoulders, light waist shaping and a jacket that covers the seat

Try a jewel-toned wool with a subtle pattern such as a tonal jacquard or micro-check

Pair a striped shirt with tailored chinos, brighter on top if you want attention drawn upward

10. Anthony Anderson

Formal Look

Anthony Anderson has an Oval body shape; for him, the formal idea is a custom or made-to-measure suit with moderately structured shoulders, a gently shaped waist that fastens without pulling, and a jacket length that a tailor sets against your own height and seat.

Rich, dark cloth such as midnight blue or deep burgundy wool, with a subtle shadow stripe or tonal herringbone, adds depth, and a tie in a complementary colour, with a width in proportion to the lapels, completes the outfit.

Casual Look

A contemporary casual idea pairs a well-fitted polo shirt from Lacoste or a similar brand in a solid, saturated colour with dark-wash straight-leg jeans.

A top and jeans in the same colour family give a single, unbroken line, and an unconstructed blazer worn open adds a layer; some men prefer a slightly lower button stance for a longer opening at the front, so try both in a mirror.

Leather loafers or minimal trainers in coordinating shades complete the outfit.

Styling Tips

Choose a suit with moderate shoulder structure and a jacket length set against your own height and seat

Try rich, dark wool with a subtle texture such as a shadow stripe or tonal herringbone

For a clean casual outfit, wear a well-fitted polo shirt with dark-wash straight-leg jeans

Styling Lessons from Oval Body Shape Celebrities

The ten men in this guide show that an Oval body shape works with many styles, from classic tailoring to rock-inspired and country casual outfits.

Common ideas across the outfits include:

• Fit first: jackets and shirts that fasten without pulling, and trousers whose waistband sits where you want it, standing and seated
• Defined or structured shoulders with some ease through the middle, if you would like a more even line from shoulder to hip
• Darker colours and subtle textures in formalwear if you would like less contrast at the middle, or colour near the face if you would like attention drawn upward
• Open layers such as cardigans, unstructured jackets and waistcoats long enough to cover the trouser waistband

None of these ideas is compulsory; compare the options in a mirror and keep what feels comfortable and looks right to you.

Body shape is one input alongside fit, proportion, occasion and personal taste, so adapt the outfits above to your own wardrobe.

If you want to know more about other body shapes for men, check out this article covering all seven body shapes or take our body shape quiz.

Or explore the guide to each body shape below, one by one.

1. Rectangle: relatively little visible taper through the shoulders, torso and hips.
2. Hourglass: shoulders and hips appear broadly balanced, with a visibly more defined waist between them.
3. Trapezoid: shoulders broader than the hips, with a gentler taper than the Inverted Triangle.
4. Triangle: the lower torso and hip outline appears broader than the shoulders.
5. Inverted Triangle: the shoulder and upper-torso outline is noticeably broader than the hips.
6. Oval: in this guide, a rounded, fuller-middle outline with more general fullness through the torso.
7. Diamond: in this guide, the middle stands out more distinctly between a comparatively narrower upper and lower torso.

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• 10 Celebrities with Hourglass Body Shapes
• 10 Celebrities with Triangle (Pear) Body Shapes
• 10 Celebrities with Trapezoid Body Shapes
• 10 Celebs with Inverted Triangle Body Shapes
• 10 Celebrities with Rectangle Body Shapes
• 10 Celebrities with Diamond Body Shapes