Style Joy in Midlife: What to Do When Nothing Feels Right with Dacy Gillespie
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If you've ever looked in your closet and thought, "Nothing fits. Nothing feels right. I don’t even know what I like anymore…", you’re not alone.
In this episode, stylist and body image advocate Dacy Gillespie joins me to talk about the messy, beautiful process of rediscovering your personal style during midlife—especially when your body, lifestyle, and priorities are all shifting.
Together, we explore how style can be more than just about clothes—it can be a powerful tool for reconnecting with yourself.
Whether you're tired of jeans that dig into your waist or you’re simply craving more comfort and joy in your wardrobe, this episode is a gentle invitation to get curious about what feels good on your body today—not 10 years ago.
You'll Learn:
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Why not feeling like “yourself” anymore can stem from more than just hormones
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How changing your style in midlife is an act of self-discovery, not giving up
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Why finding clothes that fit right now is one of the kindest things you can do for yourself
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The truth about “lose weight” wardrobes—and how to let them go with compassion
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What Dacy means by finding style joy—and how it mirrors intuitive eating
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Practical tips for trying new things without pressure, guilt, or overspending
Key Quotes:
"Why does comfort have to mean giving up?”
"Buying clothes that fit today is one of the most concrete ways to feel better in your body.”
“Your body is not the problem—mass-produced clothes are.”
Ditch the “I’ll be good today” loop in 5 days with the Midlife Morning Makeover Email Challenge: https://www.menopausenutritionist.ca/morningmakeover
Connect with Dacy:
The Website: https://www.mindfulcloset.com
Instagram: @mindfulcloset
Substack: Unflattering
Like what you learned? Check out these other episodes!
- Redefining Personal Style in Midlife with Dacy Gillespie
- The Body Acceptance Mistake That’s Keeping You Stuck in the Suck
- Trusting Your Body: Finding Peace Through Grief with Nina Manolson
- From Body Grief to Body Acceptance: The Way Forward with Amanda Mittman, RD
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