My Jumpsuit Joy with the Style Not Age collective

Hello and welcome to this month's challenge of My Jumpsuit Joy! It was my turn to chose the subject and the ladies from the collective have each embraced it well, but first here's a quick look at the funky jumpsuit I've been wearing to work recently. The giraffe pattern is fun and the fit is easy thanks to the elasticated waistband. I often wear this on busy days when we might be hanging a show or clearing up after having just taken one down. I love that there's no tucking in and keeping tidy with a jumpsuit - it just holds everything together nicely!


Also this particular jumpsuit doesn't need high heels which again helps with practicalities like climbing ladders too. We'll come back to the finer details in a moment, but first let's see what the Style Not Age ladies showcased.


Jacqui has styled her black jumpsuit with green and white leaf print with her earth tone accessories to great effect. I love those open toed mule sandals and a tribal necklace paired with this simple cream clutch completes this fresh daytime look. See Jacqui's feature on her blog Mummabstylish.


Wow! Isn't Emma looking fabulous in her Jumpsuit Joy! This elegant black all-in-one is sizzling hot with that deep neckline and huge trumpet sleeves. Red accessories pump up the volume a tad too. Catch the full story on Emma's blog Style Splash.


And here's Hilda looking stunning in her Coast jumpsuit. This is another totally flattering design giving a sleek look which enhances Hilda's perfect figure. I really like the asymmetrical neckline with the flounce over one shoulder and a strap on the other - very unusual! Catch up with Hilda's post on Over The Hilda blog here.


I don't wear neutrals very often as you'll know, but I had to make an exception with this jumpsuit when I found it in a charity shop last year. The giraffe pattern is fun and more than compensates for the lack of ta-dah colour wise. The cuffs are elasticated, as is the waist, but I still like to add a belt for definition as this has a puffy midsection otherwise. This studded belt also helps to draw the eye away from the extra material around the tummy.


The back shows the extra straps which are just a nice feature too. You'll notice the strategically placed hands covering what can often look like yards of material across the derriere. I do really, really like jumpsuits, hence My Jumpsuit Joy, but they can be a difficult item to wear and not always the most flattering, although the silky fabric of this one does give it a sleeker line. I did, in fact, have another one lined up for this feature, but time and bad weather meant I couldn't get the shots together for our deadline. I hope to feature it next month instead.


These sandals are a lovely combination of practical and trendy in my eyes. I like that I can dash up and down stairs on this solid platform, be steady on my feet, and best of all have no need to change them mid-day because they hurt!


I've been looking for the perfect black necklace for ages now and was delighted to find this one recently. It's by Melissa James a new jeweller that I discovered at the trade fair in Harrogate last month. The matt black pillow beads with one patterned silver piece say simple yet contemporary which makes it the ideal necklace for this outfit.


Holding centre stage here is the citron ring I was gifted by Gemporia last year (see here). I've just taken a meander through the ring section of their website and came across another lovely temptation, be it much more ornate, here. The other ring was a charity shop find and you'll have seen my rose gold Michael Kors watch before I expect, but I've just found it's on offer here, so hurry and you could grab yourself a bargain.


A few more outfit details are: shoes by Sixtyseven, jumpsuit by George at Asda (this was quite a surprise for me), belt was a gift and is from Portugal, tee shirt is preloved with no label and sunnies are by Quay Australia. 

My Jumpsuit Joy may not have been quite what I envisaged personally, but the ladies did me proud with their offerings. Jacqui will be hosting the challenge next month and I fancy it will have a slightly different aspect to it ... 

Thanks for dropping by and see you soon!

This week I'll be linking with -
Catherine of Not Dressed As Lamb
Jacqui of Mummabstylish
Anna x

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16 comments

  1. Wonderful Anna, and so you on the tad reserved side of your style - and I love it too! Great challenge which has been my favourite so far! Happy bank holiday Monday Hun. Jacqui Mummabstylish

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    1. I think the challenge proved how very varied the term jumpsuit can be. I'm delighted that you enjoyed it too Jacqui! Hope you had a great Bank Holiday weekend.

      Anna x

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  2. This print is marvelous Anna!! I can totally see why you were drawn to it!!
    XOXO
    Jodie
    www.jtouchofstyle.com

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    1. Isn't it just great fun Jodie! It's a handy item to wear when you just can't put an outfit together too.

      Have a great day!
      Anna x

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  3. As always Anna I am in awe of your accessorising and quirky approach. You have an amazing youthful figure, which you show to great effect in your jumpsuit. Love the challenge.

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    1. You're too kind Hilda! I'm delighted that we all showed off our assets in these jumpsuits - it was great fun for everyone wasn't it?

      Enjoy the rest of your week!
      Anna x

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  4. The giraffe print is awesome - how fun is that? You look wonderful in this jumpsuit, and I am just smitten with those fun shoes! Love the black necklace - I do that too, have my eyes peeled for specific things. Right now, it's red earrings. Must find the right ones!

    So many great outfits here on the other participants. I particularly like the one-shoulder ruffle. Fun!

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    1. Thanks Sheila. I didn't imagine what a fun challenge this would be and all so very different too - this is exactly the point of these features. Me too, about that one-shoulder ruffle - I really love that style! Good luck with the earrings quest!

      Anna x

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  5. I love the giraffe print Anna! What a fantastic charity shop find. Your necklace is beautiful, so simple and yet unusual with the one silver patterned bead.

    Emma xxx
    www.style-splash.com

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    1. Thanks Emma! This was a really great find and left me flushed with success. Glad you like the necklace too - it's my go-to piece at the moment.

      Have a fab day!
      Anna x

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  6. The novelty of this print is too cute! Jumpsuits are refreshing and fun and easy. As the warm days increase I hope you'll wear this without the t-shirt beneath and show off that racerback detail at the back.
    Your shoes are great and that neutral color makes them so versatile!

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    1. Jude, I hadn't even considered wearing this without a tee shirt. I'll keep that in mind for later in the summer, thanks! I have so many pairs of shoes that some get lost from time to time and that's why these have resurfaced.

      Enjoy your day!
      Anna x

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  7. That's such a clever print Anna. I didn't realise the giraffes until close up! I've enjoyed reading all the different styles from you all.
    Laurie xx

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    1. Isn't it fun Laurie? We had a great time with this one!

      Have a super day!
      Anna x

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  8. The giraffe print is so charming! You all look chic and confident in your jumpsuits. I haven't worn one in ages, but you've inspired me. xo

    Patti
    http://notdeadyetstyle.com

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    1. Thanks Patti! I must admit I've never seen you in a jumpsuit - I'd love to see how you'd style one up.

      Anna x

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