This spring, step out in a nicely polished jumpsuit in a daring colour or a classic neutral shade to embrace the warmer weather. Versatile and classy, the jumpsuit can add effortless style and bold fashion statements to a person’s wardrobe.
Jumpsuits are flattering pieces that can be dressed up or down, depending on the occasion. This fashionable one-piece is a style that finds its way back in-season repeatedly and is worth investing in. A nicely tailored jumpsuit can elevate an individual’s look from a casual daytime look into a fun night out with friends on the town.
The word jumpsuit is defined as being “a one-piece garment consisting of a blouse or shirt with attached trousers or shorts.”
Originally made for more utilitarian purposes, jumpsuits were designed for parachuters in 1919. According to Vogue, jumpsuits were made more popular by a fashion designer known as Elsa Schiaparelli in the 1930’s. During the Second World War, the more boxy and masculine boiler jumpsuits were more widely worn by women who worked in munitions factories as a uniform. Since then, jumpsuits have changed from practical uniforms into more stylish fashion statements made in different cuts and fits.
This spring, floral patterns, animal print, lounge knit styles, and boiler utility styles are emerging on the racks in big brand stores, giving a fresh look to an old classic.
A jumpsuit made from lace and chiffon materials can serve as a substitute for an evening gown, while a cotton twill utility boiler jumpsuit gives an effortless, more functional, chic daytime look.
Although more prominent in women’s fashion, the jumpsuit is a popular unisex style and has been worn by iconic women and men such as Princess Diana, Elvis Presley, and Catherine Zeta-Jones.
Jumpsuits come in a variety of colours, fabrics, and patterns. They can be long or short sleeved, have a belt, be form-fitting or loose. A wild leopard print jumpsuit paired with a black moto jacket, aviator glasses, and black boots or heels looks sophisticated and is a powerful print that will make the outfit stand out.
Jumpsuits can also be great workout or loungewear attire, especially if they are made from a lightweight jersey knit material or French terry. A nice vibrant colour can also help brighten up an outfit and can look great paired with a lace kimono.
As the days grow warmer and longer, investing in a well-made jumpsuit can be beneficial to one’s closet by adding more variety and options for the wearer. Jumpsuits can be sexy, comfortable, pretty, fancy, or plain, with a variety of styles, fits, and lengths.
Jumpsuits can be found in the most cutting-edge fashion brand stores in the mall or in a local thrift shop for as little as fifty cents. So, try out a fashionable jumpsuit and see where life will take you in a one-piece outfit.
Rachel is working towards a BA with a concentration in English and Theatre. She has been employed at The Cascade since Fall 2021 as a Staff Writer and a Jr. News Editor. Currently, she is the sectional News Editor and enjoys meeting and interviewing people as well as taking long walks in nature. Rachel also likes to stay up to date on the latest trends and informs students through her fashion column entitled Campus Fashion.