Jumpsuit Collection

Mrs. Peel and her Lotus Elan
Diana Rigg in a scene from Mission Highly Improbable

RAF flying suit, 1940s. Creator: Unknown
RAF flying suit, 1940s. One-piece " Sidcot" flying suit 1940 Pattern, worn by pilots in Britains Royal Air Force during World War II

Mrs Charles Sweeny & Lady Dunn at Sandwich
Mrs Charles Sweeny, looking as chic as ever, with Lady Dunn (rocking a rather fabulous jumpsuit) and her daughter, Countess John de Bendern at Whites Club golf tournament at Sandwich

Romy Schneider on the set of her new film "My Lover, My Son"in Mayfair
Romy Schneider on the set of her new film " My Lover, My Son" in Mayfair. Last week Romy had most of her jewellery stolen form her hotel room so now she always has a securicorps man

Debbie Harry of Blondie performs in concert at Newcastle City Hall 4 January 1980

Suit worn by Mike Melvill aboard SpaceShipOne, 2004. Creator: Unknown
Suit worn by Mike Melvill aboard SpaceShipOne, 2004. Test pilot Mike Melvill wore this suit on June 21, 2004, during the first privately funded spaceflight of SpaceShipOne

Flying suit, USAF Thunderbirds, 2006-2007. Creator: Gibson & Barnes
Flying suit, USAF Thunderbirds, 2006-2007. Suit worn by Nicole Malachowski of the air demonstration squadron of the United States Air Force

Dancer
Catherine W

Advertisement for "F. V. Grunfeld", from Styl, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3496744 Advertisement for " F.V. Grunfeld", from Styl, pub.1922 (pochoir print) by German School, (20th century); (add.info.: Leinen)

Yellow jumpsuit designed by Willi Smith, 1969-1987. Creator: Willi Smith
The jumpsuit has a v-neck, a notched lapel collar, and short sleeves and is made of yellow cotton fabric. There is a breast pocket on the proper left side with rounded bottom corners

Jumpsuit worn by Diahann Carroll on the television show Julia, 1968-1971
Jumpsuit worn by Diahann Carroll as the character Julia Baker on the television show " Julia." The jumpsuit is a halter with a large bow in the front and wide legs

Red jumpsuit designed by Willi Smith, 1969-1987. Creator: Willi Smith
The jumpsuit has a v-neck, a notched lapel collar, and short cuffed sleeves and is made of a red cotton fabric. There is a breast pocket on the proper left side with rounded bottom corners

Photographic postcard of a woman standing next to a wooden chair, 1918-1930
A photographic postcard of a woman standing next to a wooden chair with decorative carving. The woman is wearing a jumpsuit with calf-length boots and a cap. Her right hand rests on the chair back

Shopkeeper Stephanie Richardson who has designed her own outfits to sell in her shop Strickland and Holt, High Street, Yarm. 19th January 1985

Elton John at Heathrow Airport, London. 16th July 1987

Keith Richards & Mick Jagger, Rolling Stones Inglewood Forum, Los Angeles, California, US (Charity Concert for the Nicaraguan Earthquake). at the time the highest grossing rock concert ever

Barbara Dickson arrives at London airport 14th September 1981

Mick Jagger, Rolling Stones Inglewood Forum, Los Angeles, California, US (Charity Concert for the Nicaraguan Earthquake). at the time the highest grossing rock concert ever. 18 January 1973

Fierce MS... A liberation artiste in battle dress. July 1981 P006585
Fierce MS.... A liberation artiste in battle dress. July 1981 P006585

GLAMOROUS AVIATRIX
A glamorous blond Aviatrix, sporting red goggles and a cream flying helmet and jumpsuit enjoys a well earned smoke in between flights Date: 1933

Janet Lyle wearing a silk culotte suit from Annacat
Janet Lyle, who with her business partner, Maggie Keswick, ran Annacat, the South Kensington boutique favoured by some of the smartest young women of London including Lady Herbert

Utility boiler suit, 1943 - WWII fashion
A Utility boiler suit in navy drill, procured for four coupons from Peter Robinsons of Oxford Street. Date: 1943

Harrier Jet pilot strapped into seat wearing a helmet, visor, oxygen mask and jumpsuit

Ronald Handfield ands T Morrell, both of RAF College, Cranwell, Lincolnshire, race down the steps of the Post Office Tower at the start of their challenge in the Transatlantic Air Race

Women in fancy dress, c. 1916
Two women dressed in fancy dress costume. The theme seems to be clowns, but rather elegant ones The girl on the left wears a checked tunic with a neck ruff

U. S. Air Force Academy Parachute Team jumps out of an aircraft over Nellis Air Force Base
November 15, 2009 - The U.S. Air Force Academy Parachute Team jumps out of their aircraft over Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, for the Aviation Nation air show

A U. S. soldier jumps out of a C-130J Super Hercules
May 26, 2011 - A U.S. soldier exits a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft during a joint static line training jump over Germany

A paratrooper executes an airborne jump out of a C-17 Globemaster III
June 14, 2010 - A paratrooper executes an airborne jump out of a C-17 Globemaster III over the drop zone in Alzey, Germany

A Couple In Amazing Outfits
United States: c. 1932. A couple wearing matching outfits, checkered bulbous jumpsuits with ruffles and balls

Baby wearing blue jumpsuit and white bib, sitting in highchair, red bowl of food, spooning soft baby food into his mouth, food on his bib, mouth open

Von Braun weightlessness flight, 1968 C016 / 4201
Von Braun weightlessness flight. German-US rocket scientist and engineer Wernher von Braun (1912-1977) experiencing free-fall inside a KC-135 aircraft

1940s portrait of a smiling baby
1940s portrait of a baby in Sussex, November 1947 George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: Garland N28960

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"From Mrs. Peel to Gazza: A Journey Through Jumpsuit Fashion" Step into the world of jumpsuits, where style meets functionality and history intertwines with fashion. In the swinging sixties, Mrs. Peel effortlessly rocked a sleek black jumpsuit as she raced through the streets in her Lotus Elan, epitomizing sophistication and adventure. Meanwhile, Janet Lyle turned heads in a luxurious silk culotte suit from Annacat, showcasing the versatility of this trendy one-piece garment. But jumpsuits weren't just for glamorous occasions; they played a vital role during wartime too. In 1943, women embraced utility boiler suits as part of their everyday attire during World War II - practical yet chic symbols of resilience and strength. The RAF flying suit from the 1940s also served as a testament to courage in the face of danger. Fast forward to modern times when Mike Melvill donned a jumpsuit aboard SpaceShipOne in 2004, pushing boundaries beyond Earth's atmosphere. This iconic suit symbolized humanity's quest for exploration and innovation. Not limited to aviation alone, sports legends like footballer Paul Gascoigne took on opponents fearlessly while sporting his trusty jumpsuit on the field alongside his sister Lindsay Gascoigne – an embodiment of sibling camaraderie and athletic prowess. Jumpsuits have even made appearances throughout art history; John Simpson's "The Captive Slave" depicted an enslaved individual clad in a humble but powerful jumpsuit – reminding us that clothing can reflect social struggles and triumphs alike. Fashion has always been influenced by diverse cultures and eras; Willi Smith's vibrant yellow jumpsuit design from 1969-1987 showcased his creativity while breaking barriers with its bold colors and patterns. Whether it be military precision or high-fashion statements, Gibson & Barnes' USAF Thunderbirds flying suit from 2006-2007 demonstrated how functionality can coexist with style, inspiring a new generation of aviators.