Our ‘Style not Age’ collaboration features the jumpsuit with Anna choosing the theme ‘My Jumpsuit Joy’ this month and we have four very different styles to showcase. My all-in-one outfit below is just like a dress, but better in fact, because it has an effortlessly cool vibe. You automatically feel younger, hipper, cooler. You just throw it on, add your accessories and you are good to go.
Did you know the jumpsuit was first designed as a one-piece garment with sleeves and legs to be used by parachuters nearly a hundred years ago and, having been worn as workwear and uniforms, has progressed from its unglamorous origins to being a staple in the wardrobe of the modern woman.
Singers such as Elvis Presley and Freddie Mercury made the white jumpsuit their own in the ‘70s and it made its way back into the fashion arena, if it ever really went away.
I had several in the ’80s including a khaki green one with a utilitarian vibe and a bright blue one, both of which zipped up the front. I obviously had far more sense then.
Why? Because, I purchased another jumpsuit for a friend’s wedding two and a half years ago. I loved how it flowed like a dress at the back. I felt elegant and modern and cool. How I pitied those other ladies in their sensible unhip dresses.
That was until I needed to use the bathroom!
GG got pretty fed-up of standing outside the ladies’ room to unzip and re-zip several times during the course of the day. By the evening, I was asking random guests in the cloakroom to do the honours. I have only worn it once since. Anyone interested?
Anyway, I am still drawn to the JUMPSUIT because I love easy dressing. Plus, if you go for a long leg, you can forget about hosiery; neither do you need to worry about tanning your legs, or worry about the socks’ marks from walking and golfing.
So even before Anna (annasislandstyle) selected her challenge, I had my jumpsuit and have worn it already. Bought in Coast in House of Fraser, Dundrum, while I was searching for my MOB outfit, it ticks all the boxes. I love the wide legs (the bum looks good too), the top part is interesting with its strap on one side and overlay on the other and, as the back is low, the zip is easy to reach.
So, there will be no hanging outside loos with my legs crossed waiting for someone to unzip me. Praise be! So you can bet I am ‘Jumping for Joy’.
It was not inexpensive, but there was 25% discount when I bought it and the sales are probably on, or about to start.
Anna, (annasislandstyle), as always brings her own quirky style to each challenge. Check out the giraffes.
Jacqui goes all tropical print in hers. Loving the shorter leg length, which makes it look quite like a dress. You will have to pop over to her blog mummabstylish to read more about it.
And Emma thestylesplash is in an elegant black, ’70s-style, adding a pop of colour with her red accessories. And look at those bell sleeves.
Looking forward to reading whether my friends have bathroom issues with their jumpsuits!
Wow Hilda, you look fabulous in those jumpsuits – it’s a pity the one you wore to the wedding had an inconveniently placed zip because it looks wonderful. I had a brief foray into finding a jumpsuit but still haven’t found one that works for me. Will keep trying.
Thanks Gail…they need more zips in the front…then it would be just like trousers….
Wasn’t this a fabulous challenge Hilda? Love it! As I love your outfit – very elegant and chic, but versatile and comfortable too. Jacqui Mummabstylish
Thanks Jacqui…I love it too…will get a lot of wear out of it..
Hilda,
I love both of your jumpsuits!
But I agree with the bathroom situation.
I hate having to undress just to pee!
Hugs,
Robin
I know!!!!
You look amazing in this jumpsuit Hilda!!
It’s nice to find some that are easier to get in and out for the bathroom—-it’s only smart to take that into account!!
XOXO
Jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
Well I learned the hard way Jodie..
Wow, I LOVE the jumpsuit you bought for your friends wedding! Very hip indeed.
I’ve never been able to find one that fits. I’m long waisted and find them creeping up my bum!
They all look so fun!!
There must be one out there Loretta!!!
Fabulous!I wore my jumpsuit several times this holiday. Likely there is a small button at the front because, well let’s say I drink a lot of water!
I know it can be a problem Nancy…
Fabulous look! I especially like yours and Thestylesplash. Thanks for the inspiration and the tip about the zipper! Angie, http://www.yourtrueselfblog.com
Thanks Angie…yes make sure you can open it yourself….essential….
I’m a huge fan of the Coast brand Hilda. This Jumpsuit looks amazing on you. I’ve finally just found a jumpsuit that fits in all the right places, I seem to have more of a job with the fit than of the bathroom scenario!
Laurie xx
Yes saw yours… looks lovely…finding the right fit can be a challenge. xx
I have jumpsuit envy Hilda. this is so sleek and stylish and so very you! I must admit I do rather like the other black and white jumpsuit too – let me know if you can’t find a new home for it …
Anna x
Thanks Anna..I have got such lovely comments about it, I might wear it again, just need to make sure GG is nearby. Anyway it would be too big on you….xxxx
You’re tempting me to buy another one Hilda! I love the asymmetric top and wide legs. Very glamorous! I’d never really thought about the origins of the jumpsuit so that was interesting to read. Looking forward to next month’s challenge!
Emma xxx
http://www.style-splash.com
Thanks Emma..you are too young to remember xxxxx