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You've already gotten a bunch of good answers, full size or smaller, pocket or OWB or IWB all can work.

There are no 'wrong' answers for the people who make it work for them.

There are no 'right' answers for the other guy, just ideas to try.

A lot of people I know are moving to appendix carry for tactical reasons in a combatives situation -- remember, you are quite likely to already be under attack when you need the firearm.

It is quite possible to conceal a Glock 30 (smallish .45), Glock 21 (full size .45), or a full size double stack 1911 in appendix position with or without a holster, the biggest issue with no holster is "trigger safety" -- the minimal Zak thingy can work and there are plenty of holsters that work there as well.

Biggest difference between full and compact size in my experience is not concealment but most comfort. Shorter firearms don't poke you or interfere with your environment (e.g., chairs or clothes) as much.

As several people have said, try wearing it around the house ALL DAY while waiting for your license.

Problem most people never realize before starting to carry is the darn thing is a pound of steel or other hard material poking you or stuff you get close to.

The right gun in the right place with the right rig (for you) will almost disappear from both the sight of others and from your concern.

Wrong stuff is uncomfortable, unsightly, and can even be painful or tear your clothes up.

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HerbM