Dopamine Dressing brings color back into your closet after dreary times. We will explain to you what is behind the fashion trend and how you can implement it sustainably.
Anyone who follows the trend of “dopamine dressing” will probably show up in lime green, blood orange or lemon yellow outfits – and be in a good mood. According to the Pharmazeutische Zeitung, combinations of different intense color nuances, such as pink and orange, can have particularly positive effects. Behind the hype are findings from fashion psychology, which are even partly confirmed by scientific studies.
How does dopamine dressing work?
The term “dopamine dressing” is derived from the happiness hormone of the same name. The body releases dopamine when you engage in activities that bring you joy. Bright colors like yellow, orange, green and pink are also said to lift your spirits. According to the editorial network Germany (RND), Dawnn Karen, professor of fashion psychology at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York, is behind the idea of dopamine dressing.
A study by the color researcher Axel Buethers at the Bergische Universität Wuppertal, which deals with the effect of wall colors on the state of health of patients in the hospital, also suggests this connection between the choice of color and one’s own well-being.
As with every trend, the Dopamine Dressing should also make you feel 100% comfortable in your outfit. All of your clothing doesn’t necessarily have to be made up of bright and eye-catching colors. Instead, you can also start with colorful accessories like green shoes or a pink belt.
Dopamine dressing: This is how you implement the trend sustainably
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Would you like to try dopamine dressing? Have fun! But also think about the environment. Buying new clothes for every trend or changing your entire wardrobe makes little sense. With our tips you can also implement the fashion trend in a sustainable way:
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Second-hand instead of buying new: You don’t have to buy everything new. Instead, it is worth looking for used products at flea markets or online platforms such as eBay classifieds or Vinted. In this way you give clothes a second life, you save money and resources.
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Fair trade clothing: If you want to consciously buy something new and of high quality, you should make sure that the clothing is produced under fair conditions and is made from sustainable materials. You can find recommended labels in our leaderboard for fair trade clothing and sustainable fashion.
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Reusing garments: You might want to try other fashion trends besides dopamine dressing. Keep in mind that you can use each item of clothing multiple times. In combination with other accessories, shirts, jeans or jackets, it certainly fits a different style. You can also get creative with upcycling and make new things out of old materials that you no longer wear often.
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