Fashion from Norway sparks global debate

Its his fault: Thomas Adams, co-founder of OnePiece

A sartorial trend spearheaded by OnePiece, a fashion label from Norway, has fashion editors cringing and applauding. The sudden popularity of jumpsuits for adults, now available at Harrod’s in London, provides fashion pundits everywhere with a lovely target for their acerbic wit:

“You look like a toddler stretched out,” was one response to the OnePiece cited by The Guardian in a recent article about the international trend. The article in the British daily asks whether it is possible for a man to be taken seriously while dressed like a toddler. “A journey back to the womb,” was another dour judgment expressed in the paper.

Fans of the loose-fitting fleece cotton garments, otherwise known as “onesies,” argue that they are perfect for chilling out after a tough day at the office. They are undoubtedly comfy for lounging around at home or reclining in front of an open fire after a full day on the ski slopes.

The idea for the warm, colorful garments came about