Recently brought to my attention by my weekly Shop it to Me e-mail was a particular black silk crepe BCBGMaxAzria jumpsuit-esque thing much more suited to a formal evening event than for hurling oneself from an airplane. I can't quite make up my mind on whether I like it or not. On the one hand, it's different but on the other hand it's, well, different. And since different is the word my mother would probably use to describe almost everything I wore between 1990 and 1999, I know that different is not necessarily a good thing.
In order to evaluate the fabulousness (or lack thereof) of the garment in question, I have organized my thoughts into a point-counterpoint debate. Read on, and feel free to insert your own valid viewpoints.
Point: This jumpsuit is the perfect solution for those who want to wear pants but dislike all the fussing involved in choosing and coordinating a top and a bottom.
Counterpoint: Spilling something on it requires changing the entire outfit, thus defeating the purpose of its supposed ease.
Verdict: The jumpsuit loses in this scenario. Just yesterday I splattered Chef Boyardee down the front of a Banana Republic jacket. The words "be careful" do not resonate with me, so I need clothing that's versatile. Or a sippy cup.
Point: The obi-style belt around the waist is chic and appears to be inspired by a Japanese kimono. It cinches the waist at its smallest point for a flattering feminine silhouette.
Counterpoint: It's only chic until you need to completely unwrap yourself to use the bathroom.
Verdict: It's a draw. The coolness of the obi-cinched waist is offset by the fact that I'd end up naked in the bathroom stall when I pull the top down. But I could always just discreetly choose a stall towards the back.
Point: It's an unusual look, decreasing the risk of seeing someone wearing the same thing. Automatic fashionista points for wearing something completely unpredictable.
Counterpoint: There's a small chance someone would compare you to a character from Dynasty.
Verdict: The jumpsuit wins. It's basic black and doesn't have sequins, so I should be reasonably safe if I keep my hairstyle on the smaller side.
Point: It's 100% silk, it's beautiful, and it's on sale.
Counterpoint: It's $266 - still a lot of money, especially since its results are so uncertain.
Verdict: I might let this one pass me by for now, but I have not completely ruled out the idea of the jumpsuit just yet!
Image: Bloomingdale's
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4 comments:
jumpsuits are a no for me though i think the right person can pull it off.
but, this BCBG one is done right. it doesnt look mc hammerish or overly trendy. i would try it!
i think it's the belt that does it for me
You *might* need a sippy cup? I'll see your sippy cup and raise you one plastic bib.
Jumpsuits look good on tall fashion models but are definitely not for me!
ok, this will probably knock it right out of the running for you.... I love it.
ahahahahah
your fashion challenged friend.
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