Jumpsuits have always
been in vogue around the globe since it was first designed. Today, it is one of
the most envious pieces of wardrobe for any fashionista. But where did it all
began? If we want to trace back the history of jumpsuits, we would have to go
back 97 years back in 1919 when the first jumpsuit was designed by Florentine
Thayat. EXIN Fashion brings for you the evolution of jumpsuits since its birth.
Jumpsuits were
originally intended for professionals in aviation, parachuting and race car
driving. Sportsmen like skiers and skydivers, would wear them (and still do)
for protection from various elements. They were liberating and revolutionary in
comparison to other garments that were worn during that time. Auto mechanics
and plumbers also like the practicality of jumpsuits, and they were also
favored as prison garb throughout USA and Canada.
Pop Culture contributed
a lot towards the popularity of jumpsuits. Janet Leigh and David Bowie led the
way for popularizing jumpsuits in the 1950s and 1970s respectively. Music
legends Elvis Presley, Mick Jagger, Freddy Mercury, Aaliyah, Spice Girls and
Britney spears featured in some of the most iconic jumpsuits in their music
videos and stage performances.
Designers Donna Karan,
Marc Jacobs, Reem Acra, Emilio Pucci, among others have left the fashion world
in awe with their high fashion and edgy jumpsuit designs.
Globally, Google
searches for jumpsuits have risen steadily over the past three years, with a
peak at the beginning of each summer.
Considered to be one of
the most utilitarian pieces of clothing, jumpsuits have come a long way in the
fashion glossary. For resort, it offers not only easy one-piece dressing for
day, but also a chic option for evening.
