Soon it’s going to be party time. “Yey!”

Which means party outfit! “Yey!” Or “Agaaaain? What on earth am I going to work this time?”

Maybe you could try the jumpsuit?

Classy and less expected than a dress.

Because even if jumpsuits have been trendy since 5 years now, you still do not see them on many women.

Maybe that’s because they are tricky to wear and can easily be unflattering when chosen wrong.

On the other hand, they may make you look like a powerful bombshell.

Stressful introduction I know.

But here come my tips to get the one you’ll look stunning in!

1. What jumpsuit shape for my body? 

THE first question you have to ask yourself before acquiring any piece of clothing  is if it indeed suits your body.

If it does not, then do not get it. As simple as this.

So trying is really the only option 🙂 Even if you ordered online, always make sure to return anything that is not perfect. That’s why they edit return coupons ^^

a. No defined waist

Whether you are super skinny or have some pudgy tummy, the recommandation goes alike.

You should not draw the attention on your waistline.

I therefore recommend you to pick low waisted jumpsuits that sit on the hips.

If you have a flat belly, the upper body part can be fitted.

If you do not, prefer something fluid.

Shopping for you : Low waisted low V neck long jumpsuit black and Standard waist sheeplike faux-bustier long jumpsuit black

b. Defined waist

A high waisted jumpsuit will make your feminine silhouette look its best whether you are super petite or tall and curvy.

Those with belts look amazing.

Inside closet

Shopping for you:  Belted high waisted low V neck long navy blue jumpsuit

c. Pretty round bum

Your bum is your best asset?

Jumpsuits are not your best friend then… Most of them though.

My recommandation is to find a model that has a bare back and a fitted bottom. This way back viewers can enjoy the view on your “chute de rein” (I do not know how to translate, it means “the part where you back becomes your bum”).

Laure de Sagazan

Shopping for you: High waisted low back long jumpsuit black

d. Curvy hips and legs

Usually, you also have a defined waist no matter if you are more of an 8 or more of an A.

Use the belted high waisted shape seen above.

Pantswise, skinny, straight or large work.

Fluid or structured fabric are good options. Just avoid jerseys, silk and very thin and soft fabrics that will make your butt a bit jelly like (even if firm) and display cellulite.

Nadia Aboulhosn

Even A line culotte style can look good worn 7/8 or floor length with heels.

Nordstrom

Shopping for you: Belted high waisted low V neck long navy blue jumpsuit and High waisted low back long jumpsuit and High waisted belted long spaghetti deep V neck jumpsuit

e. Small breasts

Why not dare the plunging V neck or the bare back? Or both?

And not bra of course ^^

Elle May Leckenby

For you: High waisted belted long spaghetti deep V neck jumpsuit black and High waisted low back long jumpsuit

f. Pretty legs

Try the short jumpsuit with printed tights (plumetis, lace, etc…).

Also a nice option for short girls who’ll look adorable and more edgy than in a dress.

Eleonore Bridge

Shopping for you:  Short high belted jumpsuit black and Super mini high waisted bustier jumpsuit

g. Large shoulders

Prefer covered shoulders with V neck (creating a break in the width).

Shopping for you:  High waisted plunging V neck palazzo pants shiny black jumpsuit

h. Big breasts

Opt for fluid upper part with low neck that does not show cleavage.

Shopping for you: Belted high waisted low V neck long navy blue jumpsuit

i. Round O type figure

Which means no defined waist and a noticeable belly.

Sorry ladies, the jumpsuit is not the piece you shall choose to look radiant.

But no harm done, there are plenty of things out there for you to look stunning with.

Prefer the straight rather short dress or skinny pants with a fluid top and show your legs ^^

j. Anyone

Supertight jersey models look like you are starring as an Austin Powers girl (cheap James Bond girl version).

There shall not be too much fabric.

There shall always be a waist somewhere either low or high. Otherwise you’ll just look like a big rectangle for the best and like a potato bag going on teletubbie for the worth.

2. What fabric? 

I recommend either fluid yet rather thick fabric or structured fabrics (tuxedo like jumpsuits).

Very very few ladies can afford silk satin. It shows every details…

Plus it may look like you are wearing pajamas. Even if chic pajamas are a thing, I am not so sure everyone gets how chic it is supposed to be in fashion’s magazine’s wonderland.

Jersey are to be kept for hanging out at home. (Even fancy sparkly jerseys).

Otherwise everything is allowed. Sequins, sparkles and lurex included.

Pursuit of shoes

3. What color?

A quick search of the entry “jumpsuit” anywhere on the internet will show you that 90% of them are black or eventually dark blue (as seen above). Letting 5% of day only prints and colors. And 5% of other colors.

If you happen to find a jumpsuit in another color than black that flatters you and that looks chic, go for it ^^ (and good luck). If you do not, trust me, black is enough to make you stand out.

And you still have the accessories to add!

Belle inconnue

Another belle inconnue

4. How to wear it?

Like always, accessories are key.

Especially if like 90% of women opting for the jumpsuit you get a black one.

So statement jewels, statement bags and statement shoes.

Of course make sure the neckline and the jewels match.

For the shoes I recommend thin and feminine pumps or heeled sandals with long jumpsuits and kitten heels, mary janes, chunkier sandals, babies and booties for the shorter jumpsuits (with black plain or printed tights).

For the length of the long pants, I advice to cut or roll them over the ankle bone for a more feminine result (yes, not only in Tim Burton’s are bones a sexy feature).

Le blog de Lilou

If you have shorter legs and want to keep the full length, cut them just above the shoe limit so the pants do not wrinkle.

Into your closet

You could also use a statement belt if you are lucky to have a defined waist.

Lanvin belted jumpsuit

Top your jumpsuit with a jacket or a bomber worn either with sleeved or just like a cape

Polina on Inside closet

Voilà voilà, I though this was a subject I had not a lot to say about but waouh, turns out I had! 

Hope this will help those who always dreamt of wearing a jumpsuit to actually pull it out 🙂

Cover collage: Inside closet, the sartorialist