Michael Kors Cropped Jumpsuit: Style Review

Hi Ladies, Today, I’m stepping out in a trendy new look that you could say is in full bloom right now! I’m talking about my new Michael Kors Cropped Jumpsuit.

Jumpsuits, especially cropped jumpsuits, are oversized for spring and summer. I’m excited because up until now, in the hot weather, I’ve been mainly a white jeans gal with the odd sundress thrown in here and there.

That’s fine, but it can get a little boring, so now I have this cute new option, which I would say is a cross between cropped pants and a flowy dress. Culotte jumpsuits, as they’re also called, are comfortable to wear and perfect for my casually chic lifestyle (and yours too, I’m sure!)

Now, if you think my cropped jumpsuit looks a tad familiar, you’re right. I bought this same one in solid navy a couple of seasons ago when the trend was taking root. This one has an Ikat print, which makes it a little less formal. It looked fabulous on, so I thought, why not? I’m a big believer that if something works, repurchase it and make it a part of your signature style.

One of the things you should look for when buying any jumpsuit is waist definition. By this, I mean, look for a jumpsuit that nips in at the waist through tailoring, elastic, ruching, or whatever method you prefer, if you want to look good. This one was beautifully made to skim the body and comes with a thin belt, which I like to tie at the waist to keep the look more casual.

I’d describe this as a classic American style with a modern twist. It’s from Michael Kors, one of my favorite, go-to designers. I wear Michael Kors all the time, although I’ll admit I haven’t bought as much in the last year or so because MK has been putting out some pretty weird things- like the Graffiti collection- what was with that?

There was the turquoise and black capsule- and what I call the bumblebee capsule – bright yellow and black. Both featured very high-contrast color combinations, which looked edgy and harsh. They weren’t beautiful and were hard for girls our age to wear. I’m glad to see that Michael Kors has brought back some reds, whites, and blues that look good on everyone.

Now, don’t laugh, but many women complain to me that jumpsuits are a pain to get on and off when using the ladies’ room. This jumpsuit features a convenient shoulder zipper that makes it easy to put on, and I think it looks totally chic. Mind you, I’m a big fan of gold detail. If this zipper were silver, I wouldn’t have bought it. The gold goes so well with my coloring that I stick to gold, always.

Here’s a nice shot of the earrings. I chose these because the irregular shape of the three hoops mimics the irregular shape of the dots in the ikat print. I also love the way the large, tiered earrings draw attention to the zipper. I didn’t add a necklace since I wore big earrings. Plus, the zipper is almost like jewelry itself; it’s so beautiful.

You could wear this outfit with red, white, or blue accessories, but I opted for a softer approach and chose off-white and nude shades with a hint of blush.

The off-white tote bag with the gold link chain is Kate Spade. A crossbody would also look very sporty.

My strappy wedge suede mules are a pinky-beige shade, just a little darker than the bag. I prefer a bit of height when wearing cropped pants, but you can also pair this jumpsuit with a flat slide or even a statement sneaker. Yes, statement sneakers and cropped jumpsuits are a legit look!

If you like the look of my cropped jumpsuit and want one too, then check out the shopping links below. It’s a great way to look current and cute this summer and turn a few heads!

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Deborah Boland

Deborah, a former Fashion & Lifestyle TV host and Image Consultant, understands the style challenges women face in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. As the founder of Fabulous After 40, she helps women tweak their chic and embrace fashion with confidence—so they always look and feel amazing.

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