I'm definitely not a trendy person. I make/buy clothes not because they're trendy but because I genuinely like them. I've been eye-balling those cute rompers and jumpsuits that I've seen around lately and honestly have taken to them. I blogged a couple of months back that I wanted to make a jumpsuit.With my upcoming
"Date Night" this weekend, I definitely want to wear something fashionable and sexy and I can't think of a better garment. But I'm having a hard time deciding on whether to make a romper or jumpsuit. My dilemma is I have really long legs (I'm probably 80% legs with a short torso) and I don't really wear short clothing because I don't want to walk around exposing most of my body and risk feeling naked. Of course I have no problem with wearing short shorts, etc. at the beach but it's different when you're just out and about walking around town. I definitely love the idea of a jumpsuits since they differ from rompers.
But I was still a little curious about those rompers, especially since I didn't know too much about them. I know there's lots of styles and I wanted to familiarize myself with them to see if they'd suit my style. So I decided to do a little research to see suggestions on how to wear them. I ran across the following sites and articles:
www.ssasychic.com
www.refinery29.com
www.styletips101.com
These sites offered tips on how to wear rompers and frankly aside from wearing one at the beach, it's NOT for me. They're just WAY too short for me---some scandalously so! If I was a little shorter I definitely would wear them--but only the tasteful one's. To be quite honest some of the rompers in silkier fabrics looks like lingerie. I assumed they came in various lengths but have noticed that the rompers are short shorts while the playsuits (some) and jumpsuit are usually longer in leg length. It seems the latter 2 options would work better for me. I even love the idea of a cropped leg jumpsuit. I love this style right here....
I don't really like the fullness of the pants legs but I love the length and elasticized hem. And besides, this goes better with my style anyway. I'm not really a shorts wearer but love Capri's. I'm thinking about modifying my McCall 6083 jumpsuit pattern and cropping the pants leg. I'm interested in making the upper right version.
I'll mull it over on tomorrow and decide what to do. Straight, long pants or cropped, elasticized pants? Hmmmm, decisions, decisions. I'll figure it out. But in the meantime I'm interested in your opinion. Are you a big romper or jumpsuit fan? Why or why not?
I love the jumpsuit craze right now, and plan to make one with cropped pants. I think you would look amazing!
ReplyDeleteI'm in agreement with Alexandra!
ReplyDeleteI had a killer of a white jumpsuit back in 1985. White cotton with a tan belt and a some of that big gold jewellery that would make Mr. T blush. I loved it and wore it to death for an entire summer, but I still remember having to undress entirely in small public restrooms...
I swore off them after that summer.
I've seen some jump suits in boutique windows, here where I live, that are gathered at the ankles and end a bit above the ankle. I wonder if this is the compromise you are looking for? In any case, I am looking forward to seeing what you come up with.
ReplyDeleteI'm 45 (gulp, when did that happen?) and for me it's a no way for jumpsuits/ playsuits etc!! I remember wearing a bright red one, zipped up the front in the mid 70's! Love the playsuit with the elasticised legs - I think it would look cute on my 15 year old daughter- unfortunately, she disagrees!
ReplyDeleteForgot to say, I'm looking forward to seeing what you decide to make and wear for your special weekend.
ReplyDeleteFor a date night? Two options. 1) you want to keep them on: a friend of mine came in a very cute pink one last week, and as we attempted to dance, spent the entire evening pulling it back up. 2) you don't: that's even worse. Talk to anyone who's tried to pee in them. Tranpose that to other situations.
ReplyDeleteSexy? Not in the wearing..
not a fan of either for me, but the one you mentioned looks cute, especially if you're leggy!
ReplyDeleteI think some of them are cute, but not for me. I lived through thiss trend in the 80s and don't particularly want to do it again. Besides, I live in an area that isn't exactly fashion central (the local uniform seems to be worn out jeans and a bad printed tee), so unless I made one out of camouflage fabric, I would look ridiculously out of place.
ReplyDeleteJumpsuit definitely. Unless you are going somewhere REALLY casual on your date night, then a jumpsuit is more appropriate
ReplyDeleteHi, just wanted to say that I made that exact one you are smitten with and I am only 5'6" and could not wear it due to the torso not being long enough. So just in case, I would lengthen it to be on the safe side, and I think you would look stunning !
ReplyDeleteI love jumpers/rompers/onsies - ha-ha! The bathroom issue is keeping me from making a wardrobe out of them. I made the one you like last year and reviewed it on PR. I shortened the leg and put elastic on the cuff too! The leg wasn't too wide at all. I am short torsoed and long legged at 5'6, 31in inseam and I thought it looked fine. I had to make mods to the pattern for the fit I needed. I would make a practice garment to see how you feel in it. I think the shorts version would be cute on you too.
ReplyDeletehere's my review link: http://sewing.patternreview.com/cgi-bin/readreview.pl?readreview=1&reviewnum=51860
Good choice. I made it last year and I really, really like it.
ReplyDeleteI keep looking at that McCalls pattern - I really like it. I think that a jumpsuit would look fabulous on you.
ReplyDeleteVogue has a really nice pattern and i would love to wear/make it but I am 4'11'' and curvy. i don't think it will translate into stylish for me. Since you have long legs I think you would look great in a jumpsuit.
ReplyDeleteHave you seen V1249, KS3229, S2401, Burda 7536 and S2476?
ReplyDeleteI remember the jumpsuit my mom made me in 1985 and it was quite stylish, looked great, and was a total PITA at potty time. I'm personally of the opinion that these garments only belong on the diaper set. However, I'm not unopposed to the idea of creating the same look in two pieces - esp. with a belt completing the look.
ReplyDeleteI think you would look really cute in both! I know you must wear what is "most" comfortable for yourself or you won't feel confident in it. However, I happen to think you would look very cute in a mid-thigh short romper with some of those cute sandals you own. I can't wait to see what you decide, I know you're going to look great in it.
ReplyDeleteBy the way...you know me, I'd wear either, short on capri!
NuJoi,
ReplyDeleteI'd seen most of what you suggested except the Burda one. Thanks!!!
Sandi, understand your view. Alot of people think of the jumpsuit as being an adult "onesie"! LOL!
Myra,
Thanks so much---I think you definitely could pull off both looks!