Mid 40s and I want a jumpsuit - am I mad?

[Growingboys]

I have an urge for one that has nearly overcome me tonight. Was even scoping out one for 250 quid on Me & Em.

Am I mad? DH who is lovely and kind and quite good at choosing me nice clothes eg for Christmas said god no when I said shall I get one. But I still think I want one.

I am size 12 and 5ft 6. Slim but no waist so I need one with some sort of waist- belt or elasticated or something. Was thinking maybe in dark denim.

Anyone got any suggestions to tempt me away from remortgaging for the Me & Em one?

Or would I look too try hard/Top Gun not in a good way?

@zinnia
Spot on about choosing style that suits. Cap sleeve fussy top half for me and cropped tapered trousers works on a short legged hobbit like myself wide legged varieties look atrocious on me

I didn't know clothes were age restricted.
If it looks good on you wear it.
I'm 53 and wear playsuits because they suit me better than shorts and t shirts.
Jumpsuits didn't look good at any age as I have dinky legs.

I'm mid forties and a size 12-14. I have four - one from Baukjen, one from Popsy and two cheapy ones from Tesco. You just have to pick a style that suit you and there's loads of choice out there. Phase Eight have a huge sale on at the moment as do John Lewis, worth having a look at those.

I love jumpsuits. I got a lovely one from TK Max last year and it had a nice chiffon top part so it looked like a blouse and trousers rather than a jumpsuit.

Just be very careful with them when you need to go to the loo!

So many replies! Gonna read them all now as I still want a jumpsuit.

Thank you!

There are some great ones at Sweaty Betty right now 👍🏻

@GemmeFatale

Late 30’s and the only reason I’m not living I’m my playsuit right now is I can’t breastfeed In it.

I bought one from Sainsbury's that had a zip which I could breast feed in.

Yanbu! But I might steer clear of denim - could end up looking like a children's tv presenter.
Otherwise go for it! Although if you're a frequent loo goer they can be a pita.

I'm 47 and have a few jumpsuits. My latest is Somerset by Alice Temperley and has an elasticated waist and wide legs. Looks lovely

@CMOTDibbler Same. I'm 46 and was extremely comfortable in it yesterday when it was v. hot here. DD (15) says I look good in it so it must be true, she's usually v. critical of my clothing choices.

The elasticated waist is also great if you want to eat alot (as I did).

I think they're so mainstream now, not trendy or anything. But I love them, I'm a late adapter. Size 14, 5'6 and problem tummy area, but when I get one that I feel is flattering/ comfy/nice, I feel great. I'm 40.

@ReturnOfTheMc

I think they're so mainstream now, not trendy or anything. But I love them, I'm a late adapter. Size 14, 5'6 and problem tummy area, but when I get one that I feel is flattering/ comfy/nice, I feel great. I'm 40.

You sound a lot like me in size and shape.

I’ve been thinking of getting a jumpsuit but just can’t decide on a style. I don’t think I’ve worn one since I was about 5!

Budget is small!

I love them, I'm a late adapter. Size 14, 5'6 and problem tummy area, but when I get one that I feel is flattering/ comfy/nice, I feel great
Same as Muchtoomuch you also sound similar shape & size to me & I find it really hard to find flattering jumpsuits - any recommendations ReturnOfTheMC?

I have slim leg ones but I like cropped culotte leg ones best, which is strange because I hate wide leg trousers on me/ feel they're too tricky to tuck things into. I would never wear cropped culotte trousers. I wear jumpsuits with heels or wedges 90% of the time - very occasionally flats. Because of my the tummy insecurity I like a drapey loose fabric belt or tie to hang down. I can't just have nothing and what I feel is an expanse of tummy! I feel that if I find a jump suit I feel comfortable in, it gives off more confidence than I necessarily have. Also as previous posters have said, it's one and done.

I have this in black www.asos.com/prd/12211562?acquisitionsource=com.google.android.apps.docs

Asos have lots actually. Dorothy Perkins too but some brands aren't long enough in the tummy for me. The first few I tried weren't and I almost gave up.

Phase Eight Victoriana might be worth a look.
New Look but online is dreadful for sizes / the best ones sell out.
I managed to get this in polka dot plisse - so comfy, doesn't crease, this is the silhouette I favour.
www.newlook.com/uk/womens/clothing/playsuits-jumpsuits/black-plisse-wrap-front-culotte-jumpsuit/p/579563701

@ReturnOfTheMc. I would never have considered either of those but it looks as if plenty of others have!

I hardly ever buy clothes without trying them on first so I’m not sure I’ll take the plunge just yet. You have given me hope though so thank you 👍🏻

I’m 48 and I’ve just brought this one for a night out! It is soooo comfy and only £28!!

That's gorgeous Don'tsayyouloveme and I imagine it's flattering. I think jumpsuits have a glam factor.

I wonder if I can use my jumpsuit joy as a springboard to boiler suits for Autumn/Winter.

ReturnOfTheMc isn’t it?! It’s very flattering even on an apple shape like me. The material is gorgeous and has slight stretch in it too!!! 😍😍😍

I’ve just been frantically looking for more now since this thread! 😂