As you guys can probably tell by now, I am a big advocate of the jumpsuit, don’t believe me check just out my culotte jumpsuit, my sleeveless jumpsuit, and this snazzy grey jumpsuit. Jumpsuits are quickly replacing the pant suit and standard shift dress in the office, and for good reason. If you aren’t a dress gal, you can wear a patterned jumpsuit as a chic yet professional alternative and will easily transition from work to weekend to night out with a few slight adjustments to you accessories. Here’s how you can take style your jumpsuit from 9-5 and beyond:
- Work: Depending on the cut and sleeve length of your jumpsuit you may not have to do much adjusting. If you don’t have sleeves or have a lower neckline opt for a tank top underneath your jumpsuit and layer with a smart blazer that hits appropriately on your body. Finish off your look with a some simple studs, a watch and either chic flats or kitten heels.
- Weekend: Pair your jumpsuit with some comfy loafers or slip on sandals and kimono for a fun boho vibe or opt for chic sandals and a neutral yet interesting bag and complimenting sandals for an updated yet relaxed look.
- Night Out: If you have a lower neckline pick out a necklace that brings attention to your decolletage or some statement earrings to draw focus on your beautiful face. For those of you who are like me and are planning to do a lot of dancing, comfortable shoes are a must!
A lot of people who are not hourglass or rectangular shaped tend to veer away from jumpsuits but I say DON’T. As a pear shape I understand the struggle of having either the top half be a size, or seven, too big or the bottom half waaaaay too tight for comfort. I wholeheartedly advise investing in a tailor, they are truly a life saver when it comes to any style of one piece. Don’t let naysayers tell you that you can’t rock something, remember clothes are made for your body, not the other way around. So if that means getting a size up in a jumpsuit so the bottom half fits and getting the top half taken in so be it, trust me you’ll thank yourself for it. Make sure you check out how else I’ve styled jumpsuits.
Comment below and tell me: Do you struggle to wear a patterned jumpsuit, why or why not?
Banana Republic Jumpsuit (similar here)|Loft Belt (similar here)|Steve Madden Purse & Heels
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*Photos by Judy Reed (a.k.a. my Grandma).
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Jumpsuits really suit you! I wish I could pull it off, great tip to find a good tailor.
Alicia, I’m sure you could pull off a jumpsuit, you just have to find the right one for you! I swear by my tailor, if it wasn’t for her most of my clothes would look ghastly on me.
I love jumpsuits, and you look so beautiful in this one.
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Nice to have a fellow jumpsuit wearer Osy! Let me know the next time you rock one on your blog, I’d love to see it.
I’m a jumpsuit fan and this one looks super cute on you. Love the knotted belt and fringe bag details.
Thanks for joining Wardrobe Wednesday!
Thanks Kim-Marie (or do you like Kim better?)! I’m glad to see I’m not the only one still on the jumpsuit train. I’m glad I found your link up and will see you again tomorrow!
I am really liking this trend. Love this on you and the pattern is so pretty!
Thank you for Linking up to Turning Heads Tuesday
jess xx
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I know this trend has definitely gone on a lot longer than I expected, but I’m glad it’s still going so I can hop on board! I’m really wild about this pattern also, I actually first wanted a similar jumpsuit I saw at the Walk Fashion Show and was so excited to find a non high end designer version.
Thanks for hosting such an awesome Link Up!
I haven’t been into jumpsuits because of my pear-shaped figure, but I’ve found some sewing patterns and hope to make my own that will flatter my figure. Reading your ideas and inspiration were helpful to see what possibilities I have! Thanks for sharing your ideas.
I have to think about these tips the next time I wear a onesie/jumpsuit. I admit, I don’t change it up enough. Thanks for sharing!
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