About
An award nominated author, model & social media influencer.
Kelvin Davis is the founder and creator of Notoriously Dapper, a body positive menswear blog showcasing outfits to inspire men of all sizes to find confidence in their appearance. Notoriously Dapper was created to inspire all men to embrace who they are. This idea came to fruition after a shopping trip that unfortunately left a bad taste in his mouth. Ever since then he has vowed to never feel that insecure or ashamed of his body or size again. He started posting outfit looks to inspire and show men of size that you can be stylish regardless of our sometimes limitations when shopping or viewing clothing advertisements.
Blogging with this purpose has led me to becoming a signed Model & Influencer to Bridge Models; an agency dedicated to bringing body diversity to the fashion and entertainment industry. Kelvin has been featured in major media outlets such as The New York Times, The Daily Mail and The New York Post for his contributions to male body positivity. Kelvin has also modeled for the likes of Chubbies, Target, GAP, Lululemon and more.
Always donning his signature wide brim fedoras along with his infectious smile. On his Instagram he shares images that empower us all to love ourselves while continuing to spread the message of being your best self.
Kelvin has and continues to break modeling standards by pushing the fashion industry to be more inclusive of all body types, genders and races. He lives this message in his daily life, inspiring everyone worldwide to simply love themselves by finding and embracing their beauty within.
As a leading light in the body confidence movement for men, his persona offers empowerment and wisdom that contributes to building positive self-esteem. Now, as an author, he is spreading that positivity through his NAACP Image Award nominated book Notoriously Dapper: How to be a Modern Gentleman with Manners, Style, and Body Confidence.
-Notoriously Dapper
“Very well-known for dressing in attractive clothing.”
19 Comments
Love to see a well-dressed man.
Your sense of style is very appealing. It is wonderful to see that you are teaching others about art. It is also great when you have a passion for what you know and work at.
Very fresh and artistic. Love it!
It’s nice to see a guy’s perspective on fashion, and you have a real flair for combining colors and textures.
So nice to learn something about you. Keep up the good work
Love how you take pride in your clothing.
Nice to see a man that takes time to look fashionable.
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Great advice, good luck as you continue your journey.
Great job on your book!
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I just had one of these moments in my life — at the tender age of 30 I finally pulled all of my life back together and did some things I doubt anyone could have foreseen. Hell, I even went back to school, graduated, and landed my “dream” job. Except programmers sit a lot more than 3rd shift grocery stockers; I hadn’t accounted for that. Finally being able to afford enough food and sitting 10+ hours a day ended up netting me like 60 lbs before I even noticed. Since then my browser history is just filled with lipo and stretch mark removal research. I think I’ve stabilized my weight by being more conscious about my diet, but still, the pride I should have from dragging myself away from drugs and depression and doing so many positive things is just totally overshadowed by this feeling that I’m nothing more than a lazy, fat, ugly lump of flesh, and moobs are all I see in the mirror when I put on anything lighter than one of those thicker Brooks Brother button ups. I’m going to die this Summer, for real.
I’d just like to thank you for coming out here and sharing your story, your perspective, and your style with la gente. It’s, unfortunately, not a subject many men broach for whatever reason like we just don’t talk about anything. Hopefully something inside of that book helps me find something inside of myself that can accept me and “love the skin I’m in” or whatever. Seriously though, thanks — I’m going to go ahead and follow this site for future updates.
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You are an inspiration !
Hi Kelvin!
What would you say is the best thing a body positive can wear besides his smile😉? I may be a bit partial and suggest a nice lapel flower. It fits on anyBody. Checkout http://www.ruthnathans.com
Thanks
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Kelvin, I have very recently been introduced to you and really appreciate your wisdom, confidence and style. Wish I came across you years ago; understandably, your main focus is the younger generation. A question: being an overweight senior myself, any general (or specific) advice for guys like me? I am drawn to color and style. Thank you so much.
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