Saying No to an Outfit Without Guilt
You loved the idea of the event, but not the outfit picked for you.
Somewhere between politeness and panic lies the art of saying “no” to clothes without hurting feelings or your sense of self.
A stunning dress made of liquid satin and theatre-like design was presented to you.
- The shop assistant beamed with pride.
- Your friend clapped in excitement.
- You stared at your reflection, feeling like a glamorous stranger.
Then came the tug inside your ribs: this is not me.
Clothes carry our sense of belonging, budgets, and the rules we learned about pleasing others.
Author's summary: Learn to say no to outfits that don't feel like you.