How Hormonal Changes Impact Your Style and Wardrobe
As a personal stylist, I’ve heard countless women share the same struggle: their bodies seem to change throughout the month, making it hard to feel consistent in their style or comfortable in their wardrobe. One week, their favorite jeans fit perfectly, and the next, they feel tight or uncomfortable. These fluctuations can be frustrating, but they’re also completely natural.
Hormonal changes during a woman’s cycle can have a significant impact on how her body feels and how her clothes fit.
Building a wardrobe that works with your body, rather than against it, can help you feel confident and empowered every day of the month. Embrace the natural changes in your body throughout your cycle by celebrating different style moments for each phase!
Here are some practical tips for creating a wardrobe that adapts to your needs at every phase. Let’s normalize this conversation and embrace wardrobe solutions that honor your body’s natural rhythm.
To avoid feeling like your closet is working against you, try these tips:
- Invest in versatile pieces: Wrap dresses, high-waisted pants with elastic waists, loose fits or oversized styles and adjustable belts can accommodate subtle changes in your body.
- Plan for comfort and style: Go for a chic, cozy outfit with a relaxed silhouette. Also, prioritize soft, breathable fabrics.
When I’m feeling at my lowest during my cycle, I still make an extra effort to wear something polished (and comfortable). It’s my way of giving myself a little positive boost to help lift my mood during those dreary moments. - Layer wisely: Layering is a great way to manage the temperature fluctuations that many women experience throughout their cycle. It’s also perfect for days when bloating leaves you feeling less comfortable—an open shirt, a stylish cardigan, or a tailored blazer over a top can help draw the eye away from your tummy while keeping your outfit polished.
If you’re ready to build a wardrobe that truly works for you—one that adapts to your needs while making you feel stylish and empowered—I’d love to help! Let’s find the perfect pieces that celebrate you at every phase.
Miriam #theclotheslady