The latest garment to find itself gracing the glossies again is the romper. For those who are unfamiliar with the romper, I give you the handy, dandy, go-to source, Wikipedia:
A romper suit is a one-piece garment worn by children and sometimes women. Somewhat similar to a coverall, it is loose fitting and usually has shorter legs that may be gathered at the end. Puffed pants are particularly associated with rompers. Rompers usually are meant as a combination of shorts and a shirt, though the term can include jumpers, one-piece bathing suits, and clubwear fashions to name a few.
I haven't seen many women wearing these on the actual streets of Orange County, unless you count OC Housewife Vicki, who donned a romper on the show, but even then it was in her backyard, and sorry Vicki, I think these have an age limit.
I am not sure whether to embrace and run away from the one-pieced marvel. As Wikipedia wisely noted, it can be construed as 'clubwear.' To me, that means it would be found at Fashion Bug in the skanky section, made of a polyester blend, and accessorized with plastic shoes that may sparkle. No dice.
However, companies that embrace cotton and other natural fabrics have been putting out a retro, vintage look of the famed romper and I must admit I might try one on. How cute would this be with espadrilles and red lipstick?
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We'll see if I actually go for it. This is the first one I have seen with a suitable print and acceptable fabric. Damn puff sleeves get me every time; I am a sucker for those.
3 comments:
i could totally see you in this. however, can we agree that the strapless, terry cloth numbers are a definite no? or am i missing something?
LOL, I have to agree that terrycloth is never a good decision, and definitely not strapless!
whew!!
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