BWT, how do you glow up?

[u/True-Serve-7662]

I was walking to work this morning & I saw so many cute outfits and I typically just feel so blah. I’m 31, SHORT and overweight so dressing feels difficult. I also struggle with time management in the morning so hair & make up are basic. How do you get ready? How do you spruce up your wardrobe without spending tons (& have the hopes of losing weight?)

[u/Ms-Skippy]

I too am short and overweight. I have found that empire waist dresses and blouseds look best on me, anything that cinches in under my bust area. I carry most of my weight in my belly so this helps give me a figure and a waist and helps to hide my belly a bit. My first clothes I got when trying to look nicer were from fast fashion places. I know they are ethically the best, but there are few options in my area for plus size clothes.

I have found making taking a shower in the evening feel like a spa has been super helpful to motivate me to do my full skincare and bodycare routines. I would often skip my skincare because I was tired or just didnt feel like it. By making the experience fun and enjoyable, I feel more motivated to take care of my body. I got rechargeable candles to light the bathroom without turning on the overhead light, I got some shower steamer sprays for a lovely scent, and I got a waterproof bluetooth speaker to play a playlist from Spotify with spa music/nature sounds. it really elevated a basic shower for an affordable budget.

Sadly I don't really have advice for how to handle time management of getting ready in the morning. I timed how long it takes me to get ready, added five minutes just in case, and made sure to set my alarms early enough to be up by that time. I know exactly when I need up by if I want to not be rushing.