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Dopamine dressing: can colour lift your mood?

October 28, 2026 · 1 min read · Hatille

"Dopamine dressing" is the idea of wearing what makes you feel good. Colour can't replace real support for mental health, but it can be one small, joyful tool in your day.

Start with one piece

You don't need a rainbow wardrobe. One bright scarf, a red lip or gold earrings can change how you carry yourself.

Match colour to intention

Yellow for optimism, soft blue for calm, red for energy, green for balance. Notice which ones work for you.

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