The other morning, I looked into my wardrobe and realized I had worn black, white, and gray three days in a row. It hit me—had my life turned monochrome too? So I reached for that bright yellow tee, paired it with high-waisted denim shorts, and slipped on my red loafers. Just like that, I served myself a little “happy meal” for the eyes.
Truth be told, I wasn’t always this brave with color. I used to think bold hues were too loud, too much, not elegant enough. But with time, I started to notice—on the days I wore color, my mood felt lighter, and the person in the mirror didn’t look like she was stuck in a loop. Turns out, dopamine dressing isn’t about going full rainbow. Sometimes, all it takes is a pink knit top or a splash of orange in a scarf to shift the energy completely.
I especially love mixing bright pieces with neutrals—it keeps the look grounded but still emotionally vibrant. Today, for example, I wore a cropped aqua top with a creamy A-line skirt and carried a green bucket bag. I felt like a walking slice of summer. Even strangers turned to look, and a friend told me I looked “extra lively” today. I just smiled. All I did was wear some color.
In summer, color feels even more alive—like ice cream melting into mood. Grass green, tomato red, lemon yellow… these shades don’t just go on your skin; they soak into your spirit. I once wore a vivid purple dress on a gloomy, rainy day, thinking it might be too much. But instead, it felt like I had frosted the gray sky with a bit of sugar.
At the heart of it, dopamine dressing is about expressing yourself. It’s not for anyone else—it’s for you. Even if the only place you’re going is the corner store. I’m falling in love with that feeling of “I wear this because it makes me happy.” Forget trends or fashion rules—if color lifts my mood, then that’s my style.
So if you’ve been feeling a little uninspired by the sea of neutrals in your closet, give yourself permission to choose something bolder. Just one pop of color. Step outside in it, and I promise—even the sunshine will feel a little warmer.
