How to Wear a Jumpsuit: 5 Tips for Styling a Jumpsuit

Finding the perfect jumpsuit can transform your wardrobe and inspire fun new outfit ideas. See how you can shop for and accessorize this all-in-one outfit:

1. 1. Find the right style and fit. Jumpsuits come in all shapes and sizes, fitted to various body types. Finding the right style jumpsuit is just as important as finding the right fit. You can try on jumpsuits with long sleeves, halter tops, ruched bibs, deep v-necks, and more to find your perfect fit.
2. 2. Start with a black jumpsuit. If this is your first time buying a jumpsuit, a black one might be an excellent way to start. Solid colors are easy to pair with other accessories, and you can use a black jumpsuit for many occasions—at work, a cocktail party, or going out with friends.
3. 3. Bring shoes. When shopping, bring the shoes you’d want to wear with the outfit—flats, sneakers, or high heels—and test them out. Sneakers can pair well with a casual jumpsuit, while heels work best with more formal, wide-leg jumpsuits.
4. 4. Consider accessories. Several accessories can go with your jumpsuit, including necklaces, belts, bracelets, blazers, leather jackets, handbags, and more. Try these on and mix and match add-ons to bring an accent to your outfit.

There are multiple styles of jumpsuits, each workable for unique dress codes. Consider the following types of jumpsuits:

1. 1. Casual jumpsuits: Casual jumpsuits include denim jumpsuits or cotton jumpsuits. Casual jumpsuits can be solid in color or feature simple patterns, and they often have flowy fabric to evoke a more laidback look. You can wear these street-style jumpsuits with flats, sneakers, or wedges.
2. 2. Business casual jumpsuits: Business casual jumpsuits may have more conservative necklines, more delicate fabrics, and are often ankle length. Layering plays a role in elevating jumpsuits—add a blazer or fitted jacket, and pair with heels or other office-appropriate shoewear.
   
3. 3. Formal jumpsuits: Formal jumpsuits can be fitted or flowy like maxi dresses. In some cases, these jumpsuits qualify as festive wear for formal events, such as galas or weddings. Formal jumpsuits can be made of dressier materials, like silk and chiffon, and feature elegant cutouts or an open back. You can accessorize formal jumpsuits with clutch bags and stylish earrings.
4. 4. Summer jumpsuits: These short-sleeve or sleeveless jumpsuits may be lighter in color and brighter in patterns. Rompers are a kind of summer jumpsuit, and a playsuit is a jumpsuit with short sleeves and shorts. You can add a denim jacket to enforce the casual nature of these jumpsuit looks.

Follow these style tips to make the most of your jumpsuit outfits:

1. 1. Cinch with a belt. Jumpsuits can be billowy, so wearing a belt is a great way to accentuate your waistline. Plus, when wearing a white jumpsuit or another solid-color jumpsuit, a colorful belt can act as a statement piece to make your outfit pop while also creating an hourglass silhouette.
2. 2. Try a floral jumpsuit for springtime. A floral jumpsuit can be a colorful addition to your closet for warmer months. For the summer, you may opt for a strapless jumpsuit with flat sandals to stay cooler.
3. 3. Go bold with a print jumpsuit. Animal print or jumpsuits and rompers with bold patterns and polka dots make for a fun outfit. Make sure the outfit matches the dress code, and experiment with new looks.
4. 4. Complete the look with a jacket. If you are wearing a short sleeve jumpsuit, a sleeveless jumpsuit, or a tank top jumpsuit, you can try out different jacket combinations. Leather jackets and denim jackets pair nicely with jumpsuits of complementary colors. Still, you can also go for something more audacious, such as jackets with a puff sleeve, ruffles, or a distinct material to turn this outer layer into its own fashion statement.

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