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Rompers and Jumpsuits and Playsuits, Oh My!

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Emily van den Berg Student Contributor, Emory University
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This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Emory chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.

No matter how much you love clothes or fashion, sometimes getting dressed is just a huge pain. Especially when you’re running late, finding a top and bottom that both match and look fashionable can be tough. Solution? Rompers! Just as easy as a dress, these babies are a top and bottom put together and they look amazing.

Rompers, sometimes called playsuits, can come in handy in a ton of different ways. A casual romper can be great on a hot day when you’re going to class and don’t want to fuss with a ton of different items. Rompers are also a bit more put together than just a pair of jean shorts and a tank, so they can be worn to fancier events as well.

Rompers can also be great to throw on over a bathing suit if you’re going to the beach or pool.

Don’t fret if it’s too cold for shorts, because there’s always the jumpsuit! A jumpsuit is pretty much the same thing as a romper, except with full length bottoms. Jumpsuits can be a tad harder to pull off than a romper for a number of reasons. First of all, if you have a jumpsuit covered in print, it can easily be overwhelming, so if you decide you do want to go with a printed jumpsuit, make sure the cut is clean and streamlined.  Oftentimes printed jumpsuits are great with a wider pant because the flow of it makes the outfit seem more casual.

Another way to go with the jumpsuit is a more structured one, like this utilitarian one here. These are a lot easier to wear, as there’s less fear of being too “out there.”

A jumpsuit can also be a great alternative to a dress for fancy occasions! Paired with a streamlined clutch and a great pair of heels, these babies can carry from day to night just as easily as a LBD can!

One tricky thing about jumpsuits and rompers is the fit. Because it’s not open on the bottom like a dress is, they can sometimes pull if your torso is longer than the cut is meant for. I strongly suggest finding a fit that’s good for you in a store, rather than online, because rompers are tough to find in a perfect fit! Trust me, I’ve been trying to find a perfect one for months! Good luck!

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