As we age, some may lose our confidence or sense of self. To maintain or boost confidence, participating in hobbies and passions we truly enjoy is important. For some, this may be fashion, or maybe you want to try something new. So, how can fashion boost your confidence as you age?
Self-Expression
Fashion is a powerful tool for self-expression. Take the late Iris Apfel, for example. The businesswoman and interior designer was all about expressing herself through color and fashion. She was widely known for celebrating self-expression through her unique personal style. Most commonly, she would say that people should dress according to their personalities, not based on trends. This outlook boosts confidence and allows you to showcase your most authentic self through the clothes you choose.
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Improve Spirits
A boost in confidence can improve your overall mood. Being comfortable in your clothes and feeling good about them can also improve your spirit. To sum up, experiment with your style and find what feels good for you! Be bold and search for a style that brings out your inner confidence.
Mental Health
If our confidence is low, so is our emotional and mental well-being. A lack of self-esteem can contribute to poor mental health and potentially cause a crisis. Wearing clothes you adore and embracing new ones can boost our mental health immensely. Something new to try if you’re feeling down is wearing colors that can soothe your emotional state. According to the Color Theory, warm colors can prompt happiness and energy, and cool colors stimulate a sense of tranquility. Diving deeper into this theory, some colors, like yellow and blue, may cause feelings of anxiety and sadness when present in large quantities. However, colors like red and orange can boost your mood, while purple and navy blue can evoke calmness.
Adapt to Changes
Most people’s sense of style and fashion change, but sometimes, we stick with one style instead of experimenting with others. Exploring different fashion styles can help us adapt to changes and feel better about what’s happening around us. Fashion is a huge personal and social tool for connecting with others. This connection and form of self-expression empowers us to embrace change rather than shy away from it.
Sense of Meaning
Most people struggle to find a sense of meaning as they age. Sometimes, all we really need is to wear clothes that reflect our personalities to enhance our sense of purpose. Although fashion cannot provide all the answers to life, it can certainly boost our confidence and make us feel better about belonging.
The confidence boost from the right outfit is always amazing. Next time you’re overthinking about aging and your confidence drops, just remember that fashion is for everyone, no matter the age. Wear what feels good to you and embrace it!
XOXO,
Your Fashion Bestie
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