At the origins of the pantsuit ...

50s combination

Work outfit initially reserved for 19th century workers The suit becomes the uniform of the fighter pilots and parachutists during the 2nd World War. It is also during this period that it will enter the female "cloakroom", since women will replace in the factories men left for war ...

It is at the end of the 60's that she starts her fashion rise, thanks to Yves Saint Laurent who integrates it into her 1968 collection ...

Then, disco years force, the combination will be popularized in the 70s and 80s, especially with the clip Michael Jackson with you and his glitter combi!

Why do we like the combination?



kim kardashian combination

  • Because it's one and only piece, like a dress, no need to look with what to wear it.
  • Contrary to popular belief, you do not have to be a twig to wear it. It can even be flattering for luscious girls: you just have to opt for a model neckline notched or sleeveless to reveal a little skin and high heels to accentuate the feminine side and lift the silhouette.
  • There is no age to wear it! From Rihanna to Cindy Crawford to Kristen Stewart, Kendall Jenner, Cameron Diaz and Heidi Klum, the jumpsuit fits all styles and situations.

4 mistakes to avoid when wearing a combination

gwyneth paltrow

  • It is chosen well adjusted but not slinky. Think of Gwyneth Paltrow, who came close to disgrace in combination with Elie Saab's body and flesh color.
  • It also avoids the effect too large or without shape at the waist and it does not hesitate to surround it to avoid the effect "romper" a bit too regressive, even at 20 years.
  • We forget the too flashy colors and we banish the flashy prints in favor of solid colors such as khaki, denim (not too light) or even ecru.
  • So we dare the floor fire hem or even rolled which reveals the ankle.

How do you wear the suit at 20?

kristen stewart jumpsuit


At 20 years we can dare the prints, the playsuit and even the sneakers! Like Kristen Stewart in total look Chanel who had kept his sneakers stitched just before the rise of the steps Cannes ...



How is the suit worn at 30?



Alessandra Ambrosio

Like Alessandra Ambrosio, we play on the feminine side of the jumpsuit with sexy cutouts and fluid material. It is accessorized with an it bag (CĂ©line here) and it is worn with bare-feet flat to avoid the effect too stilted day ...


How is the suit worn at 40?



heidi klum



We dare the combi of pompiste very trendy this season / As Heidi Klum we choose it in khaki and we wear it with beige boots with heels, we roll up the sleeves and we roll up hems. And to keep a trendy look we do not hesitate to accessorize it with a gold ring and a small gold chain. Good point for the pilot sunglasses and the Louis Vuitton bag.