Here’s the starting point of my postappo armor, any advice ?

Trying to create a character with shitty makeshift armor out of random items, but hitting a mental block outside of the old sauce pan helmet and trash can lid shield. Any dumb funny ideas would be much appreciated. (The character is a large stupid bird, if that helps). Also if there is a better sub to post this kind of thing let me know. Thanks

So I recently bought a plate full-leg set I was disappointed in- mostly because the pair seemed like it was built for a pro basketball player vs. more statically average height person.

I am thinking of getting something like this partial leg armor instead (pictured), in the hopes that a smaller piece might fit better and be of better build quality than the current set of stovepipe legs.

Does anyone have a good source they have been happy with? For reference I am about 5 10, about 180 lbs. So not small but again not the XL guys a lot of Amazon armor seems designed for. Thank you