If you’re feeling bold, try a jumpsuit. Apparently, 2009 is the year of the jumpsuit. Not that you should always listen to what fashion magazines tell you, but I highly support this “comeback.” When you think of the word jumpsuit you probably think of the 70s and Elvis or Freddie Mercury. More than a one-piece, they are tailored and they definitely make a statement. Plus, you can accessorize them (i.e. necklaces, scarves, utility belts, NASA mission patches). Take a look at Spring 2009 and the different styles from designers like BCBG Max Azria (my favorites), Alexander McQueen, Derek Lam, Emilio Pucci and even Chanel. The Phoenix Art Museum just had an exhibition, One for All, All for One: The Jumpsuit, where they displayed 90 years of the jumpsuit from function to fashion. Call it a trend, but I spend a good part of my afternoons daydreaming about jumpsuits. You should too. If you don’t think you can pull it off, StyleList says otherwise:Body TypesPetite: You don’t want a jumpsuit that swallows you whole. Instead, opt for one of the more tailored looks like those shown at BCBG Max Azria. You could even go totally crazy in a tight McQueen-esque unitard that screams Studio 54. Pear: Marc Jacobs showed some incredibly fun jumpsuits that are perfect for pears. The more fitted top half shows off your slim middle while the fuller, harem-style bottom camouflages hips. Or try one of the more sultry, one shouldered versions that Derek Lam showed to pull the eye to your top half. Top heavy: Stay away from jumpsuits with incredibly low V-necks and opt for ones that have a fitted shell instead. You’ll also want to veer away from belts and stick with sophisticated silhouettes in sleek colors like gunmetal or black. Check out some of the looks at Lacoste and Tibi for inspiration. Boyish: Your slim figure could use a womanly curve or two so all of the belted-at-the-waist options, like BCBG and DVF, are just for you. Showcase your killer bod with a deep v-neck too or add some oomph up top with a ruffled version like Lanvin’s. Tall: For tall ladies, we like the floaty, wide-legged jumpsuits like those at Donna Karan and Jasmine di Milo. Most other body types would swim in these, but not you! Shorts jumpsuits will also let your long legs shine.(Photo: ABC)
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If you’re feeling bold, try a jumpsuit. Apparently, 2009 is the year of the jumpsuit. Not that you should always listen to what fashion magazines tell you, but I highly support this “comeback.” When you think of the word jumpsuit you probably think of the 70s and Elvis or Freddie Mercury. More than a one-piece, they are tailored and they definitely make a statement. Plus, you can accessorize them (i.e. necklaces, scarves, utility belts, NASA mission patches). Take a look at Spring 2009 and the different styles from designers like BCBG Max Azria (my favorites), Alexander McQueen, Derek Lam, Emilio Pucci and even Chanel. The Phoenix Art Museum just had an exhibition, One for All, All for One: The Jumpsuit, where they displayed 90 years of the jumpsuit from function to fashion. Call it a trend, but I spend a good part of my afternoons daydreaming about jumpsuits. You should too. If you don’t think you can pull it off, StyleList says otherwise:

Body Types

Petite: You don’t want a jumpsuit that swallows you whole. Instead, opt for one of the more tailored looks like those shown at BCBG Max Azria. You could even go totally crazy in a tight McQueen-esque unitard that screams Studio 54.

Pear: Marc Jacobs showed some incredibly fun jumpsuits that are perfect for pears. The more fitted top half shows off your slim middle while the fuller, harem-style bottom camouflages hips. Or try one of the more sultry, one shouldered versions that Derek Lam showed to pull the eye to your top half.

Top heavy: Stay away from jumpsuits with incredibly low V-necks and opt for ones that have a fitted shell instead. You’ll also want to veer away from belts and stick with sophisticated silhouettes in sleek colors like gunmetal or black. Check out some of the looks at Lacoste and Tibi for inspiration.

Boyish: Your slim figure could use a womanly curve or two so all of the belted-at-the-waist options, like BCBG and DVF, are just for you. Showcase your killer bod with a deep v-neck too or add some oomph up top with a ruffled version like Lanvin’s.

Tall: For tall ladies, we like the floaty, wide-legged jumpsuits like those at Donna Karan and Jasmine di Milo. Most other body types would swim in these, but not you! Shorts jumpsuits will also let your long legs shine.
(Photo: ABC)

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