Dosha Dressing Fall/Winter: Cognitively Enclothed to De-Inflame
Seasons change and moods transform.
so, let us revamp our outfits to reflect our seasonal awareness.
This Fall feels monochromatic.
Pitta needs to cool down her mind and body after a sultry Summer. Vata and Kapha get to embrace these cooler seasons. Head-to-toe beige, blue and grey speak volumes about personal energetics taking over a fresh time of year.
This Dosha Dressing installment for Fall can be carried into Winter with a few color additions and heavier fabrics. Pops of color homogenize daily ensembles to reflect the season and positively influence cognitive potential. Real red, Autumn-esque burgundy and sweet-sixteen pink support doha-centric spirits.
The $cience
Summer is Pitta season and prompts inflammatory responses due to constant exposure to high heat. In addition to diet, herbs and a wellness routine, Dosha Dressing supports calming residual or low-level inflammation.
Though traditional scientific and medical training has long-regarded inflammation as the body’s way of healing, Ayurveda understands it to be pathological. Ayurveda recognizes inflammation as a response to high heat that has the potential to cause immune dysfunction at the cellular level. The Pitta energetics in all of us tends to prioritize aspirations over wellbeing. This includes preoccupation with Summer vacation and physique goals. In this sense, the mind initiates the inflammatory process.
The period between the last 3 weeks of Summer and the first day of Autumn is when inflammation is speechless. The physical effects are experienced when high-level inflammation is reached through the microcirculatory system.
We all have Pitta at some quantity. As such, the extent of inflammation depends on one’s leading Dosha. Pitta dominant constitutions will have the highest responses while Kapha will have the lowest.
Choosing outfits for both body and mind, or Dosha Dressing, is the simplest method to incorporate on a daily basis for lowering aggressive inflammatory response. It also helps the brain function in a way that increases confidence and community.
Though the foundation of these looks is monochromatic, options for pops of color are provided. A study found that uniqueness increased image and proficiency in the eyes of others. Take this as a go-ahead to opt for fire-engine red booties or pink gloves.
Pitta Cools Off in Beige
Pitta has a big heart. Sometimes the over-caring results in anger-linked hypertension. The inflammation of the cardiovascular system can lead to strokes, heart disease, and ulcers. Incorporating a 4-day workweek, sheetali breathing, and muted colors can assist in the de-inflammation process.
Pitta is happy that everyone is done vacationing and ready to get working again. She has projects piled her than sand dunes. That is a positive in this female-founder-hyped society. Pitta femmes can come off as too demanding. Blah! Until the heatwave aftereffects cool off, beiges tap into their compassionate side. Beautiful caramel boots, draped tops, and structured accessories are ideal for not slipping during that Fall stride.
On tranquil days, kick it up with firecracker reds.
Vata Grounds in Blue
Stress-prone Vata increases GBA dysfunction. Commonly, anxiety-linked inflammation manifests into insomnia-induced IBS. Take the edge off this domino effect by planning outfits, practicing alternate nostril pranayama, and prioritizing sleep.
Blues harness imaginative energy and fear of new beginnings is razed with the sand castles. Deep navy’s pair with electric sapphires, while flats and kitten heels keep Vata close to Earth. Pencil skirts and snug knit dresses compliment her graceful frame.
Since Winter is primarily Vata season, we want to soften any end-of-year fears and promote organization. These structured pieces pair well with flowing blush and pink when her mood is grounded and mind is focused.
Kapha Mellows in Grey
Kapha-prone weight gain can develop into the low-grade inflammation we recognize as obesity. This is exacerbated by a pro-inflammatory diet, which increases depression due to responses from microglia. Kapha can reduce inflammation of tissues with a metabolically challenging exercise early in the morning. Let’s walk to work or lunch in flats!
The dark days of winter have not yet befallen. Kapha’s mellowness meshes with the bright days of Autumn. Before the big chill, she can enjoy an array of beautifully complimentary grays.
A sleek asymmetric charcoal dress carries her from daytime meetings to evening dinners.
Lighter grays for skirts, blazers and heels offer mood boosts when downcast Wednesday’s hit.
Add a touch of Bordeaux to complement Kapha’s motherly attributes.
Bottom Line
Dressing for your principal Dosha is the simplest way to support daily living. Have fun with the options shown here.
As always, the items shown are examples. Most likely something is hanging in your closet or folded in your dresser that mirrors the concept. The idea is not to spend a bunch of money to overhaul your wardrobe, but rather to dress to reinforce the positive elements of your personal energy. Items are also chosen as investment pieces. So, these are perfect long-term additions to your collection.