Feeling good in what you wear, makes such a difference to how you feel. It is the same as if your hair is not styled right. You just feel uncomfortable. Wearing clothes no matter whether sitting at home, going to the shops or a night out. Does have a significant impact on our confidence. Of course it is also how you feel on the inside as well as the outside.
This applies to men as well as women. I am lucky my husband has the same thoughts of me for when we go out. He loves to wear a suit or smart jeans with shirt and jacket or jumper. Where as some men just do not feel comfortable which shows and go for their go to clothes.
Below I am sharing tips on how to feel comfortable and confidence in what you wear.
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Wear Clothes That Fit Well
Wearing something that fits, makes all the difference to how you feel. I was going out a few weeks ago to a party. Already knowing what I wanted to wear and getting ready chose my dress. I put it on and I looked like a sack of potatoes. Not sure how, but I must have lost weight as it just hung on me. I chose another dress in the end, that fitted well
- Choose clothing that fits your body comfortably and complements your shape.
- Tailored or well-fitted clothes can enhance your silhouette and make you feel more confident.
Dress for the Occasion
Along with feeling comfortable in your clothes. Which will then make you feel more confident and not wanting to hide. Or awkwardly pulling on your clothes. Dressing for the occasion is always important. For example you would not wear your best going out dress to go to the park, or do your housework.
If you are going to work or to a party or wedding. You want to dress well and look good. Rather than have people notice you for wearing something out of place for the event
- Consider the context and dress appropriately for the occasion. Feeling well-dressed for the situation can boost your confidence. Multiway dresses, are great for this as they can be worn in a variety of styles. Which you can alter depending on your preference.
Wear Colours that Boost Your Mood
Although I love black and I do have a number of black items in my wardrobe, Colour can also boost your mood. I do tend to wear more colourful clothes in the summer. Step out of your comfort zone of blacks and greys. Which we all tend to move too. Add some colour to your outfit.
- Choose colours that you love and that make you feel happy and confident.
- Different colours can evoke different emotions, so experiment with shades that resonate positively with you.
Express Your Personal Style
For my husband that is easy, he can buy a suit, well anything really and it fits great and looks like it has been tailor made. He is always at some point when we go out, complimented. It has taken me a long time but I have finally found what suits me, and I also feel confident in wearing. I have been told I look classy and elegant. This does make me laugh as right now I am in leggings and baggy jumper.
- Embrace your unique style and wear clothes that reflect your personality.
- Don’t be afraid to mix and match patterns, textures, and accessories to create a look that feels authentically you.
Invest in Quality Pieces
Most of my clothes are bargain buys. Like most men have a suit in their wardrobe for weddings and funerals. Women should have a few items for certain occasions. Best time is looking in the sales as you can get some great discounts.
- Invest in a few high-quality, timeless pieces that you love and that will last.
- Quality fabrics can make a noticeable difference in how clothes look and feel.
Comfort is Key
This is a no brainier for me. If you ever went clothes shopping with me or getting ready to go out. You will be familiar with me saying, I have to be comfortable. If you are not comfortable for no matter what reason, it will show.
- Prioritise comfort when selecting your outfits. Uncomfortable clothing can distract from your confidence and well-being.
- Pay attention to the fabric, seams, and overall feel of the clothes.
- Have clothing for day and evening, clothes that can be accessorised for both. Not forgetting workwear such as tactical pants for women which are comfortable, hard wearing and great for those heavier jobs.
Experiment and Have Fun
This was something I never did when I was younger. I knew what I liked, I knew sizes and dress lengths etc. When I started to look at different styles and tried them on. I realised that I should broaden my wardrobe.
- Don’t be afraid to try new styles or experiment with different looks.
- Fashion is a form of self-expression, and having fun with your wardrobe can be empowering.
Accessorise
For men this can be watches and ties. For women, there are so many accessories from jewellery, to handbags. Adding your own personal touch to an outfit. Will give you comfort that you have now made the outfit totally different to someone else who has the same outfit. But also gives you a bit of comfort.
- Accessories can also be an easy way to update or change the look of a basic outfit.
Grooming and Personal Care
One thing to remember is that no matter how great your outfit looks and feels. Grooming and personal care, is just as important. I always have to shower and style my hair, I know this would show if I did not do this before having an evening out,
- Take care of your personal grooming, such as hair and skincare, to enhance your overall appearance.
- Feeling good about your personal care routine can contribute to feeling confident in your chosen outfit.
Declutter Your Wardrobe
We all love buying new clothes, and if like me you have your go to outfits you put on all the time. Buying new clothes is great for body confidence, but you start to run out of space. I did combat this by storing away my summer clothes during winter and vice versa. My husband loves a good sort out and makes me go through my clothes before storing away and getting rid of clothes that I have not worn.
- Regularly declutter and organise your wardrobe to ensure that you have a collection of clothes that you love and that make you feel good.
- You can donate the clothes that you no longer wear
Remember that feeling good in what you wear is a personal and subjective experience. The key is to prioritise your comfort, express your unique style, and wear clothes that make you feel confident and happy.
I don’t mind cheaper items, as I love to have something special for that special occasion. I’m guilty of cluttering!
I am exactly the same as you
Sensible advice. I recently cleared out the items in my wardrobe that were slightly too tight or, for no reason that I could think of, that I almost never chose to wear in the mornings. Comfort is incredibly important but it doesn’t need to be at the expense of style.
It is all about comfort for me, whether lounging around at home or out somewere special. If you feel comfortable you look confident
I am on a mission to declutter my wardrobe as half the stuff I have doesn’t fit and just makes me feel awful, on the hunt for some comfy pieces too!
It is nice to have a goood clear out and is a great way to buy something new and not feel too guilty
You’re absolutely right! I recently experimented with different colors and they made a huge different to my mood! Great tips.
I have been wearing colours more in the past few years and has had an impact on my mood and how I feel
We’ve just moved and we’ve got rid of so many clothes, felt really good!
It is always great once you have had a good clear out
Wearing colors or patterns that you enjoy is always a good tip. Thank you for sharing these – my wardrobe needs a refresh.
I love wearing colours now and moving away from the safer colours
For me something feeling comfortable and fitting well is the most important thing. I’ve suffered with body confidence issues for my whole life, and if I do go out actually feeling good it makes such a huge difference x
I totally get this, my ex knocked all my confidence so much I used to hide myself under baggy clothes. It has taken a long time to move away from that, but now knowing what works for me and feeling comfortable. Has made me more confident
Yes I need to declutter my wardrobe. I just keep buying new clothes. Yes for me too it’s all about comfortable clothing.
My wardbrobe needs a proper sort out as well, my go to phrase is I have to be comfortable
I’ve learned over time that comfort comes before anything else. I’ve ruined a lot of occasions for myself with uncomfortable fits and certain shoes. Great tips!
Comfort is the key, if you feel comfortable this will come across and you will feel much more confident
There are some really good points here with some sound and sensible advice. I agree that I dress for mood and number one rule only wear what you feel good in. Only the other week, I changed last minute as I didn’t feel cosy in what I was wearing and it was the right thing to do
I dress for mood as well, I have to feel good in what I am wearing no matter what the occasion is
Couldn’t agree more! Finding clothes that fit well can truly transform your confidence and overall look. Thanks for the reminder to prioritize fit when choosing outfits—it’s all about feeling comfortable and confident in your own skin.
If you feel comfortable in what you wear, the you will be confident and happier
Agree with you! I always buy new clothes and end up decluttering my things every month.
You are better than me, I could not declutter that regularly
Feeling good in what you wear is indeed essential for boosting confidence and overall well-being. Your tips on choosing well-fitted clothes, dressing for the occasion, and expressing personal style are spot on. It’s all about comfort, self-expression, and embracing your uniqueness. Thanks for sharing these valuable insights!
Thank you, it takes a while to find what really works for you, and no matter what the occasion you can be confortable and look great
My body shape seems to have changed so much over the years, and I do struggle to find clothes that I feel confident when wearing!
My body shape has, it has taken a while but finally have found what works and most importantly is also comfortable
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Lots of good tips – so important to feel good in what you are wearing!
It is very important, if I do not feel comfortable I look uncomfortable
I feel so much more confident when I feel good in an outfit. I try and wear colours that compliment me and I love to accessorise too. It feels so good if you also get compliments from people about what you are wearing.
I always feel more confident if I feek good in an outfit, and compliments are always a great boost
my worst sin is decluttrring – I do like clothes but never seem to have a clear out
You need my husband standing over you, his view is if you haven’t worn it for 6 months you wont wear it. I have been known to pull things out that he has put for charity
Sometimes I do feel like if I invest in just a little more time to dress in the morning, it is worth it. That could be wearing something I have in mind, or just finding the perfect jeans to match my favourite top. Last week I just threw some random top on and threw on some jogging bottoms and I felt horrible all day, lazy and unseeable.
Decluttering my wardrobe and organising everything does make this clothes selection process more fun and less stressful too
Depending on my day at the moment it is leggings or jeggings and jumper or a jumper dress. They are my go to comfort clothes
Excellent tips in this article on dressing for feeling good and, yes, comfort is key! All too often I find myself wearing the same outfits so I need to take the advice here and 1) purge my closet and 2) experiment a little more often.
Experimenting is fun and often you can be surprised at what works
I love that you included quality pieces in your tips. I have seen so many people buy something cheaper to save a few dollars, and it wore out so quickly, they barely got a chance to enjoy it. That is a HUGE bummer.
Cheaper items are fine, but it is always great to have a few quality pieces in your wardrobe