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dopamine dressing

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[doh-puh-meen dres-ing] / ˈdoʊ pəˌmin ˌdrɛs ɪŋ /

noun

  1. the practice of elevating one’s mood by wearing clothing, often featuring bright colors or lively patterns, that one enjoys wearing.

Etymology

Origin of dopamine dressing

First recorded in 2015–20

Example Sentences

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How do you bring the warm conviviality, dopamine dressing, and mountain-top chalet to you?

From Salon • Feb. 19, 2023

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