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To give up on dungarees because going the loo is such a sodding mission?

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InTheNotswolds · 04/11/2025 10:24

Day 2 of wearing dungarees.

I thought they would be a useful addition to the wardrobe for my WFH/country muddy walks in addition to jeans. So far, I have almost dropped the straps in the loo twice and found myself deciding not to make another cup of tea to stave off the loo shenanigans.

Is it just me??

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threescoops · 04/11/2025 15:16

Ditto jumpsuits

NannyR · 04/11/2025 15:15

I love wearing them, but the loo thing is a pain, especially in colder weather when you are wearing a cardigan over the top. I was out at the weekend wearing dungarees and carrying a big backpack - every time I needed the loo, the backpack, coat and cardigan had to come off, whereas with jeans I could have just pulled them down.
They are so comfy though.

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InTheNotswolds · 04/11/2025 15:14

Sadly no, the straps aren’t long enough!

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BarnacleBeasley · 04/11/2025 15:13

Would you not have the jumper tucked into the dungarees OP? I agree re going on walks though as then you might need a jacket on top.

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InTheNotswolds · 04/11/2025 15:11

I think the season might be a factor in the challenge of dungas. The addition of a layer over one's dungarees adds a level of stress to bathroom palaver.

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henlake7 · 04/11/2025 14:49

Not really had a problem going to the loo and I have several dungas.
I tend to pick ones that dont need undoing at the waist then you only have the straps to worry about.
If Im not going out I leave one strap undone so its easy to get off and on. You do have to be careful you dont dangle bits in the loo but its def possibe!

TheNinkyNonkyIsATardis · 04/11/2025 14:44

At least dungarees are honest about what they are on the rack.

The number of times I've picked up a nice dress only to find out it's a sodding jumpsuit ...

briq · 04/11/2025 14:38

They have always seemed like more work than they're worth, plus I think I'd probably look ridiculous in them, now. I think I may have had a pair when I was a child, but not since.

sonjadog · 04/11/2025 14:33

The loo thing you will get used to. When I undo my dungas, I hold the straps in one hand to the side to stop them either falling in or trailing on the ground.

gerispringer · 04/11/2025 14:31

I love my denim dungarees- you just slip strap off one shoulder, undo a button at the side and away you go. No more difficult than undoing jeans. I do the pull to one side thing in a swimsuit tho.

Zippidydoodah · 04/11/2025 14:31

ShodAndShadySenators · 04/11/2025 14:27

I can't even be bothered with the toilet faff of a swimsuit, it's tankinis all the way. And that's considerably less effort than dungarees or playsuits/jumpsuits

Ah, see, I was like this, until a friend suggested moving the crotch aside to pee. It works well! No wee on swimsuit (which I was concerned about). You just have to make sure you have your tissue ready as it’s hard to pull off the roll with one hand!

nomas · 04/11/2025 14:29

ShodAndShadySenators · 04/11/2025 14:27

I can't even be bothered with the toilet faff of a swimsuit, it's tankinis all the way. And that's considerably less effort than dungarees or playsuits/jumpsuits

I love tankinis, with some Slazenger swim shorts which come up just above the knee. Minimises shaving.

ShodAndShadySenators · 04/11/2025 14:27

I can't even be bothered with the toilet faff of a swimsuit, it's tankinis all the way. And that's considerably less effort than dungarees or playsuits/jumpsuits

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InTheNotswolds · 04/11/2025 14:22

I am not alone!!

I am now sitting at my desk with my dungas undone to the waist to enable easy loo access, hidden by a long jumper in case I need to answer the door. This might not be a long term solution.

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nomas · 04/11/2025 14:16

We need to make like China and have detachable crotch buttons in the dungarees.

Hardcabinet · 04/11/2025 14:14

I know I am being an unreasonable bitch but dungarees on grown women look awful (unless you are a CBBC presenter).

Mokel · 04/11/2025 14:09

Bodies are just as bad for the toilet. Have seen women walking around town with the fastening flapping at the back over their waistband.

I had a onesie which I gave up as had to remove the top half off your body to use it. Men can just unzip, pull down and pull out.....

Tamfs · 04/11/2025 14:05

ilovepixie · 04/11/2025 13:59

How does that even work 🤔🤔

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😂 they are soft, loose and stretchy, so take the hem of one leg, pull it upwards and then over to one side with the knickers. Pee. Wipe. Let it all go, let the leg roll back down. It's not going to with denim.

HelloCharming · 04/11/2025 14:01

TheCrenchinglyMcQuaffenBrothers · 04/11/2025 11:03

Ditto jumpsuits, which is really annoying because for some reason they really suit me. I’ve got a gorgeous one that I was going to wear on NYE but realised the logistics + wine intake will render them dangerous.

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This ... I have a lovely one but I just know that I'll end up having a wardrobe malfunction in it....and I'm not even much of a pisshead any more....never worn it.

ilovepixie · 04/11/2025 13:59

Tamfs · 04/11/2025 10:29

I have some soft ones that I just pull the leg up and to one side for a wee, would they suit you better?

How does that even work 🤔🤔

ShinyAppleDreamingOfTheSea · 04/11/2025 13:52

Ive never bought a jumpsuit for the same reason. Actually, TBF I had both dungarees and a jumpsuit in the 1980s, but I had a much stronger bladder then!

BarnacleBeasley · 04/11/2025 11:04

The ones where you undo the straps are a bit risky for going to the loo. The ones where you tie the straps in a knot and can just slide them down your shoulders are okay, as they're not going to dangle. I would never wear dungarees for a country walk though, especially in winter, as you'd have to take your coat off if you needed a wee in a bush.

No dungarees for children aged 2+ due to potty training. I don't know why they even make them for 4 year olds.

TheCrenchinglyMcQuaffenBrothers · 04/11/2025 11:03

Ditto jumpsuits, which is really annoying because for some reason they really suit me. I’ve got a gorgeous one that I was going to wear on NYE but realised the logistics + wine intake will render them dangerous.

GreenGreenGreenRed · 04/11/2025 11:01

Tamfs · 04/11/2025 10:29

I have some soft ones that I just pull the leg up and to one side for a wee, would they suit you better?

I can't figure out the logistics of this 😂

PracticalPixie · 04/11/2025 10:38

RoostingHens · 04/11/2025 10:37

Jumpsuits are even worse. Going to a grotty loo at the beach and sitting there pretty much naked trying to stop your clothes touching the floor 🤮

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Noooooo! Don't ruin my jumpsuit plan you fiend 😂

Noting never to wear it to the beach - I know the exact loos you mean 🤢🤢🤢