I Guarantee This Item Makes You Look Put Together—18 Outfits That Prove It

Everyone has the one fashion tip they swear by, some of them more niche than others. I’d argue, however, that this one is nearly universal—bodysuits make every outfit so much better. It’s an easy-to-execute styling tip in that it doesn’t require adding anything extra to your outfit (you were going to put on a top anyway, right?). What's so great about bodysuit outfits is the idea of swapping your average T-shirt (which tends to bunch up, wrinkle, and shift around in general) for a top that’s held in place at the bottom, thus creating a smoother look, which instantly makes your outfit look more put together.

Bodysuits are the kind of garment that can be worn with just about anything, for any occasion, because there are so many variations to choose from. It’s impossible to put them in a box, which makes them just the kind of thing to shop for if you’re working on building a smart wardrobe. So, if you’re in the market for the one fashion item that will make your life easier and your wardrobe better (and aren’t we all?), keep scrolling for 18 different ways to style bodysuits, and the best options on the market right now.

A woman wearing blue trousers, a pink jacket, a white top, white sandals, a head scarf, and a white bag.

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A bodysuit is the best way to highlight interesting details on your pants like this foldover waist.

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Anne Lauremaid wearing leather pants, Converse sneakers, and a black tank top.

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Whether it’s for a lunch date or errands, a bodysuit with leather pants makes for an outfit that looks like it required more effort than it did.

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Anouk wearing baggy jeans, pumps, a black Hermes bag, a black shirt, and an oversized blazer.

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A bodysuit is just the thing to balance out an outfit that involves slouchier styles.

Aysha Sow wearing a black bodysuit with black drawstring pants and sunglasses.

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Even when you’re going for something ultra casual on the bottom, such as parachute or cargo pants, a mock neck somehow pulls it all together.

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Chichi wearing a black bodysuit with denim pants.

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For any outfit you’d think of styling with a basic tank top, swap it with a bodysuit instead and you’ll see a positive difference right away.

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A woman wearing a one shoulder bodysuit with baggy jeans.

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This is a look that simply couldn’t quite be pulled off without a bodysuit.

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Coco Bassey wearing a nude bodysuit, leather jacket, jeans, and tan boots.

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Bodysuit outfits are perfect for cold weather too, just grab your tall boots and a stylish quilted jacket.

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A woman wearing a nude bodysuit, brown belt, ripped jeans, white sneakers, and a crossbody coach bag.

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A bodysuit tank with slightly distressed jeans reads as the ultimate casual-cool look.

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Indya Brown wearing printed pants, a white bodysuit, and pink sunglasses.

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An easy-breezy tee on top and fun pants on the bottom is an outfit formula worth memorizing.

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A woman wearing a nude bodysuit, brown skirt, black heels, and a beige clutch.

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A monochromatic pairing makes for the poshest of bodysuit outfits.

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Eliza wearing a long-sleeve black bodysuit, blue jeans, black heels, and green bag.

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Keep jeans interesting with a top that puts a twist on the standard long-sleeve bodysuit.

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Judith wearing beige trousers, a black belt, black sandals, and a short-sleeve black bodysuit.

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A chic top and roomy trousers are exactly how to do bodysuit outfits for a relaxed day at the office.

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Anna wearing a black bodysuit, green jeans, blue heels, a brown leather jacket, and a heart necklace.

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Bodysuit outfits are just as much a must-have for the girl who loves cargo jeans and biker jackets, too.

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A woman wearing a red bodysuit that's adorned with rosettes.

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Behold, your next date-night outfit.

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A woman wearing green trousers and a brown bodysuit.

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The best bodysuit outfits come with little details that dress up the look without getting too complicated, such as these intentionally crinkled pants with a statement belt.

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A woman wearing a black bodysuit, black jeans, a studded belt, and black boots.

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For a sultry Western moment, style a plunge-neck bodysuit with cowboy boots and a studded belt.

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A woman wearing a printed bodysuit with a cardigan and jeans.

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Transition florals out of summer by wearing your bodysuit tank under a chunky cardigan.

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A woman wearing a black bodysuit, black trousers, and a black blazer.

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Making your next all-black outfit interesting is all about working with eye-catching silhouettes such as this wired bodysuit.

This story was originally published at an earlier date and has since been updated.

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