Oh, rompers. They’re the perfect alternative to our worn-out sundresses on a hot summer day. The shorter little sister to our other favorite one-piece pal, the jumpsuit, rompers somehow make life seem like it’s about to get much easier. But even though they’re parading around as a friend, every girl knows they come with a whole load of problems, too. Below are 7 issues we’ve encountered while wearing one.
1. You have to completely undress when you go to the bathroom
Part shorts, part dress. Both of those things are easy to pee in. Put them together, and it’s physically impossible to use the bathroom without getting naked first. Add to that the misery of only discovering this once your only option is a public restroom.
2. They border between real outfit and beach cover-up
You know when you’re browsing the women’s section at Target, and you can’t quite tell if you’ve ventured over into swimwear or are still looking at the acceptable adult clothing? Yeah.
3. You risk looking like you’re in a sexy mechanic get-up
The booty shorts and one-piece vibe make this into a (almost) Halloween costume. And not in a good way.
4. The sizing and proportions are ridiculously specific
Long torsos and busty chests, be gone! You’re not welcome here. Just because they have adjustable straps and a bunch of elastic does not mean rompers fit more than one body size.
5. They ride up all day long
Somehow the constant struggle is worse than when you’re wearing plain ‘ole shorts. You’re always scared your butt is about to pop out because face it—no matter what you do it’s going to happen.
6. They’re basically the same style that babies wear, like, 24/7
You know those adorable onesies and jumpers that your cousin’s one-year-old practically lives in? Imagine them in your size, and bingo. You’ve got rompers!
7. You love them too much for any of this to matter
Despite all the things that you know can go wrong, you can’t help but stock up on these man-made miracles.
What struggles have you faced while wearing rompers, collegiettes?