Comments on: Jumpsuits: A PurseBlog PSA

By: Just Visiting

Just Visiting — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 00:05:19 +0000

I DISAGREE WITH YOU ALL…I’m definitely not a size 2 but I think the jumpsuit looks great on me. I’m 5’8 and probably a dress size 12 at the moment. I have a mostly hour glass figure and I think both the jumpsuit and halter neckline maxi dress look are flattering to my body type and some others. I think this works best when you have strong shoulders. If you have proportionate body measurements, these looks tend to work. You don’t have to be rail thin but if you’re only top or bottom heavy…maybe i can see how it would seem difficult to pull off but it’s not impossible if you find the right one. I got my jumpsuit from arden b (not all of them were nice looking) and my maxi dresses from express (did not get to try on the old navy version but did try something hideous on in ross). Try more than one brand…some places don’t offer as flattering a cut as others.

By: Tara

Tara — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 16:41:22 +0000

I love jumpsuits, but completely agree that they are not practical (hello potty time) or flattering on most people. I wish I could pull off a jumpsuit with some heals, but my short stature and postpartum figure will not allow it. There are people out there that can pull off this look. They are a sz 2 or 4 and between 5’6″ and 5″9″, narrow hips and perfect butt. I can’t wait to see the celebs go for this look. I want to see who pulls it off. I think Sienna MIller can do it.. Katie Holmes. The Alexander McQueen all in one Tux is awesome. Dancing Queen forever!

By: PeachyShari

PeachyShari — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 15:46:29 +0000

Lol. I love this! I absolutely agree. Even taking a look at the picture you included in this post shows what jumpsuits are capable of. The woman in the beige outfit is obviously skinny from the look of her face and arms. But the jumpsuit makes her hips look wide, her thighs look larger than they probably are, and who knows what is going on under the waist area but the outfit makes it look like she’s big there too.

By: dierregi

dierregi — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 07:56:23 +0000

Even if I am tall and thin I’d never consider wearing a jumpsuit. First of all the public bathroom umiliation is a scene quite vivid in my eyes (let’s face it, if you wear it all day long, sooner or later you will have to go) and then jumpsuits are unflattering for all, no matter how perfect your body is. It is just an excuse to sell you more stuff you don’t need. If you really like the look, go for trousers with a matching (fitted!!!!) shirt or T-shirt.

By: dangster

dangster — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 05:36:40 +0000

I actually think the shorts version of the jumpsuit, a romper, can be very cute. Although, honestly, I haven’t tried one on myself. I was about to buy one from Urban Outfitters today, but the particular romper I wanted was sold out.

By: Stefania

Stefania — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 03:29:28 +0000

I realy thought this was the way to get back to my youthful roots and no chance… the look was atrocious! How true this blog is! How very true!

By: Helena

Helena — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 02:22:38 +0000

Your post is hilarious! I have to agree: jumpsuits are unflattering.
But I do wonder how annoying it would be when I go to the bathroom when I wear one..

By: Beth

Beth — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 02:16:05 +0000

Jumpsuits are only flattering if you’re less than 2 years old or you’re a hot airplane mechanic!

By: me

me — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 02:08:05 +0000

Thank you! I don’t know how the garb of painters in action is considered high fashion, so gross. You’re right, say good-bye to your favourite features and hello to your least favourite.

By: luvhautecouture

luvhautecouture — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 00:24:27 +0000

I’ve been wearing jumpsuits (the shorts version) for almost two year now…. I’ve gotten compliments on them though… maybe the shorts versions are better? I did try a long one a while back and it looked pretty hideous