HOW TO WEAR A UTILITY JUMPSUIT WITHOUT LOOKING LIKE A MECHANIC, FACTORY WORKER, OR LIKE YOU WORK IN AN OIL FIELD

When the utility jumpsuit trend became a thing last year it perplexed me. The coveralls look is so specific and utilitarian in appearance that I couldn’t figure out who would want to purposefully look like they could do an oil change while you wait. Flash forward a few months and I have been spending a lot of time on the Alex Mill website trying to figure out which style I want to buy. I’m not sure what switched for me or when it happened, but now I am obsessed with owning a pair of coveralls.

I think what I like most about utility jumpsuits is their tailored look. I love me some good collar after all. And, sure, when not styled, or, let’s say, accessorized with a tire iron, motor oil, or a name tag that says Otis, coveralls can be quite versatile. In today’s post, I have put together five utility jumpsuit outfits using some of the different styles Alex Mill offers. Before we get into all that, however…

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Two weeks ago, I shared a post of outfits created using stunning photography as inspiration along with a contest inviting you all to create your own looks. Finalists were announced last week and you all voted. I am pleased to announce that Anneke was the winner. Congrats Anneke, your prizes are on the way.

HOW TO WEAR A UTILITY JUMPSUIT WITHOUT LOOKING LIKE A MECHANIC, FACTORY WORKER, OR LIKE YOU WORK IN AN OIL FIELD

OUTFIT #1

This look was inspired by a client who told me she frequently wears a striped tee under her Alex Mill utility jumpsuit, like the one I am styling here. I would live in a look like this all spring. The utility jumpsuit is styled with a Saint James Breton, a pair of orange Adidas sneakers, and a nylon Longchamp crossbody. Perfect for casual days.

OUTFIT #2

I made this ivory Alex Mill utility jumpsuit look more elegant by pairing it with heeled sandals from Margaux, a Demellier crossbody, and a link necklace from Chan Luu. The belt adds a touch of chic style while also giving the jumpsuit some shape.

OUTFIT #3

This is a look that works for business casual and weekends. I styled this short sleeve linen utility jumpsuit from Alex Mill and styled it with Soludos mules, a burgundy bag from Quince, a purple printed Bandana Scarf from Chan Luu, and carabiner hoop earrings from Madewell.

OUTFIT #4

Dichotomy styling is where you combine two style elements that don’t necessarily work together but when worn together create an interesting juxtaposition. It would be like wearing cowboy boots with a wedding gown or combining a distressed denim jacket with a frilly dress. I styled this utility jumpsuit from Alex Mill with dressier elements, including these woven fuchsia flats from Birdies, a See by Chloe patterned crossbody and linear drop earrings from Argento Vivo. Underneath the coveralls, I added a simple white tank.

OUTFIT #5

This last casual look was styled with a cotton twill jumpsuit from Alex Mill in military green. I styled it tonally with a pair of Sarah Flint wedge sandals, Cuyana backpack, oversized hoop earrings, and a pendant necklace from Kendra Scott.

SHOP FOR UTILITY JUMPSUITS

Ready to punch your time card and slip into a utility jumpsuit? Check out these additional styles.

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