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“Dressing for Disaster: A Trendy Guide to Autoimmune Fashion Fails, I mean Tails...Nope...TALES”




The Fashionista’s Guide to Wardrobe Woes When Autoimmune Disorders Strike Back


Ah, the joy of #fashion! Or should I say the pain? Because when you have an #autoimmunedisorder, getting dressed can feel less like a fun morning ritual and more like preparing for a multi-world battle while navigating a #minefield of #discomfort. Let’s take a moment to explore the struggle, shall we?


The Allure of Comfort vs. The Fashion Police👮

Let’s face it: who doesn’t want to look like a million bucks? But when you're dealing with #autoimmuneflareups, the last thing on your mind is the latest designer trends. Sure, you could slide into that stunning pair of skinny jeans—if you enjoy suffering through a form-fitting torture device that shouts "Why are you doing this to yourself?" every time you sit down. Instead, we opt for our trusty #leggings(Who ever invented these, I LOVE you sincerely!🥰), affectionately known as "the soft #hug we never knew we needed."


Layering: The Suggested Trend or a Cunning Scheme?

Ah, layering! Who thought it would be such a stellar idea to wear multiple #layers of clothing? 

For those of us with autoimmune disorders, it’s like playing a game of “how many shirts can I wear before I #spontaneouslycombust🔥?" On one hand, the right layers can keep us warm. On the other hand, spontaneous combustion is an actual thing right? I saw it on #House so it must be true…📺


Accessorizing: A Double-Edged Sword🗡️

As if dressing wasn’t complex enough, let’s sprinkle in the delightful world of accessories!💍

 Who doesn’t love a good #scarf or a flashy pair of #earrings? But... when you're #sensitive to touch, trying to find a #necklace that doesn’t feel like it’s choking you is an art form all its own. 

Earrings? Those delicate pieces of art usually transform into annoying weights that seem hell-bent on pulling your earlobes to the floor. Don’t get me started on #watches and #bracelets…I personally adore them, but you will find them sitting all over my house because I couldn’t stand the feeling and discomfort of wearing them another second! My cat is the winner of this practice, pretty shinny, expensive toys to knock around under the couch to be lost till we are searching for the remote some random day…🛋️


Shoes: The Final Countdown(I know you hear it too....duh du du du...if you don't, then you're too young to know the 80's were AWESOME!😝)

And let’s not forget about the #shoes.👠 High heels? Please. They’re the equivalent of stepping onto a #medieval torture device. You might as well be walking on glass while balancing a stack of heavy books on one shoulder, carrying a stack of plates on the other. There I go … wobbling down the #yellowbrickroad, the sound of pottery breaking accompanying each step.

 Instead, we surrender to the siren call of #supportive #footwear that resembles something your grandma might wear… but hey, at least they don’t squeeze the life out of your feet! #Comfort 🐊 over #couture—or so we tell ourselves while secretly, or not so secretly plotting to revolt against the fashion industry.


The Grand Conclusion: Dressing for the Unpredictable

In conclusion, navigating #wardrobe choices with an autoimmune disorder is like playing #chess with a raccoon: unpredictable, often chaotic, and you will probably lose a pawn ♟️(or three). Yet, we persist because, despite the cringe-worthy comfort choices and the recurrent fashion faux pas, there’s something to be said for finding that perfect oversized sweater that feels like one of those elusive perfect days when everything just goes right, feels right, and you get to experience a day that doesn’t remind you of your illness..

So here’s to all the #warriors out there fighting the battle against both autoimmune disorders and the overwhelming pressure to look flawless! Let’s unite in our #comfy, #stylish #rebellion against the #fashionnorms. Remember: whenever in doubt, just throw on that oversized sweater, slide into some beautiful leggings, and strut your stuff like it’s New York Fashion Week. Because nothing beats the confidence of knowing you chose comfort over chaos...These days you could even wear your pajamas to work and most people would never know.😈


I will list some companies I like that have comfortable clothes you can check out. I don't have any connection to these companies. I just like their products and want to share the information with everyone.



Uniqlo: uniqlo.com

Sam, Sensory & More: samsensoryclothing.com

Universal Thread -can be found at Target

No Limbits & Sensory Basics-available at Amazon

 
 
 

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