Dopamine Dressing
Dopamine is a critical neurotransmitter that is made in your brain. It plays a role as the “feel good” reward centre, helping to drive motivation, pleasure, motor control, memory and attention. When you do something that makes you feel good, your brain releases dopamine. Our body’s naturally seek more of that good feeling, by repeating the behaviour that made you feel good. This could be anything from indulging in your favourite meal, to watching a nostalgic movie - or of course, dressing in a way that makes you feel happy!
Dopamine dressing is a practice of wearing clothes that make us feel happy, confident and energised - whether that’s by wearing bright colours, fun patterns, or statement pieces. The main goal is to boost that all important dopamine.
Ready to start dressing to shine?
Well here’s some simple tips for dopamine dressing:
Colour
Embracing colour is one of the easiest ways to introduce dopamine dressing to your wardrobe. Whether it’s a pop of colour, or a full burst, it is guaranteed to add joy to your life!
Your favourite colours are a good place to start - and make sure to stick with the ones that make you feel good.
Comfort
Ever gone out wearing an outfit that’s too tight or uncomfortable? Well I can probably guarantee that it didn’t make you feel good! So here is another top tip for dopamine dressing: comfort is key! And an even more key part of that, is working out what is most comfortable for you. Is it baggy or stretchy clothing that stops you from feeling restricted? Is it breathable fabric that helps keep you cool? Is it adjustable clothing that will fit you all through the month? Or is it warm cosy clothing that comforts you like a hug? Choose clothes that feel comfortable for you.
Patterns & Textures
Ever been told that a pattern or texture clashes - well when it comes to dopamine dressing, anything that makes you feel good, goes! Think playful prints, beautiful lace - and don’t be afraid to combine bold textures and patterns, does leather go with velvet? Eerrr yesssss! Especially if it makes you feel happy.
Accessorise
Dopamine dressing doesn’t need to be just about the clothing you’re putting on your body, accessories count too, and can be a great way to slowly (or boldly!) introduce dopamine dressing to your wardrobe. Those sparkly earrings you save for a special occasion, or that beautiful scarf that you’d love to wear but you’ve always worried it’s a little bold? If they make you feel happy - wear them!
Ready to shine with dopamine dressing?
Whether your expressing yourself with bold prints, whimsical fabrics or funky colours - Butterflies in Ballgowns is here for all your dopamine dressing needs.