How to Play(suit)

I was opposed to rompers/playsuits/jumpsuits for the longest time, but then over time I changed my mind. I love wearing dresses. They’re so simple, like an outfit you don’t have to put together. When rompers became popular (again) a few years ago, I just didn’t see the point of wearing a silly romper when it could have been a dress, especially since the shorts-parts were usually as flow-y as a dress anyway. However I have since come around to them.

I like the ones that look a little more like a dress, of course, because I still get that feminine feeling associated with wearing a dress, but I don’t constantly have to worry about keep the hem in its place (dress hems can sometimes have a mind of their own), especially leaning or bending. For this reason, they’re also great for picnics or other situations in which you’ll be sitting on the ground. Along with rompers, I’ve also warmed up to their pants counterpart, the jumpsuit, which is a different beast. I can’t quite figure out exactly why I’ve had this change of heart, but I’m sure it has something to do with their ubiquity in the city, not to mention my NY roommate’s wardrobe (read: the extension of my wardrobe).

I do still have some beef with the whole thing, though. First of all, it’s hard to find playsuits and jumpsuits to fit me, because my body doesn’t conform to the “accepted standards of proportionality” clothing companies seem adhere to. Secondly, I’m not entirely comfortable with basically stripping down just to use the restroom, which makes trips to the ladies’ room take a little longer than they should, but this can be overcome by planning ahead. Thirdly, there are times when I just want to wear a dress gosh darnit. That one’s not so much an argument against rompers as a case for dresses.

I love this solid black drapey playsuit on Ally, because it can be worn casually or dressed up a little bit for work or going out for drinks.

Much thanks to this guy for looking out for us.

To me this playsuit is a lot more like the ones my aunts would have worn in the 70s. I really liked wearing it for the evening.

In conclusion, I think rompers/playsuits/jumpsuits are super fun and flirty and a great addition to your spring and summer wardrobe, but I won’t be giving up my dresses or chino shorts any time soon.

KB