I wore a dress every day for 30 days *I was not expecting this...

SIMPLIFY TO THRIVE COURSE | A step-by-step approach to simplifying your life -- get to know yourself on a deeper level, rid your home of stress-inducing clutter & start thriving again |
simplifytothri...
I knew I felt beautiful in a dress, but I wasn't expecting this from simply wearing a dress for 30 days. This challenge may or may not have changed my life.
L I K E and S U B S C R I B E. Thank YOU for all your support. Means the world!
---------------------------------------­­­­­­­­­--------------------------------­-­-­-­-­-­-­-­-­--
Dresses I'm wearing(in order!):
1. Oliphant: oliphantdesign...
2. thredUP: *use this link for a discount! - www.thredup.co...
3. Boutique in St. Louis: Leopard
4. Natural life: *use this link for a discount! - fbuy.io/natura...
5. Target: not in stock
6. H&M: not in stock
7. Target: not in stock
8. thredUP: *use this link for a discount! - www.thredup.co...
9. Ivy City: *use this link for a 10% discount! - i.refs.cc/6Bit...
10. Vivienne walker: www.viviennewa...
11. Daughters of India: us.daughtersof...
12. Neuflora: www.neuflora.c...
13. Maven West: www.mavenwestc...
14. Wila Story: willastory.com...
---------------------------------------­­­­­­­­­--------------------------------­-­-­-­-­-­-­-­-­--
Music by:
Music by MYSM - Soft Cream - thmatc.co/?l=2...
Music by Goosetaf - Bumblebee - thmatc.co/?l=D...
Alsever Lake - I've Been There - RF1GMZQR9ECR958H
Music by Joey Howard - Moment (Instrumental) - thmatc.co/?l=A...
Music by Chinsaku - Blossom - thmatc.co/?l=D...
Music by Mark Generous - Meganne - thmatc.co/?l=7...
Music by Mr. Jello - Yes No Maybe - thmatc.co/?l=1...
Music by Dylan Rockoff - firstavenue_bedroom - thmatc.co/?l=C...
Adrian Walther - Still You're Here - I0G3OSXTUTSMZZUU
Elements - Emorie (Instrumental) - 5QFK90N51DTY9XNP
Music by Ebony Loren - Mine - thmatc.co/?l=E...
Sparks by Chaël / chael_music
Creative Commons - Attribution 3.0 Unported - CC BY 3.0
Free Download / Stream: bit.ly/2CFJfGn
Music promoted by Audio Library • Sparks - Chaël (No Cop...

[@angelahagemeyer698]

Society has lied to us women for so long. It’s beautiful how many women are rediscovering how unique and wonderful being feminine can be. Your hair down is gorgeous btw.

[@SVTV_SKITS]

You’re not crazy, every single time I wear a dress, esp one that’s long and flow I instantly feel happier, more feminine more beautiful!

[@theindyminimalist5021]

I started wearing dresses and skirts as much as possible within the past couple of months. I’ve always been a tomboy and never been pulled towards dresses. But I have two little daughters now and feel a desire to model femininity for them, especially in a culture where it isn’t cherished. It’s interesting how gentleness and peace seems to come from embracing the delicate and feminine.

[@gabrielhannah8552]

I absolutely love this!!❤

[@doll.ov.poetrii4682]

🥰🙏🏿

[@nell_uhh]

Are people different towards you as well? I wore a dress today, and I’ve had several people hold open doors for me; which hardly ever happens any other time 😅. I think it’s pretty cool. When one dresses feminine, everyone treats you as such.

[@-living4jesus4ever-]

Yes, amen!!! Love this, and so true!! 🩷

[@ThisBraveHeart]

Oh I feel this so much! I just had my first daughter almost 3 months ago. I grew up a tomboy, used to be rough, I almost joined the Marine Corp😅. Since I’ve embraced femininity I’ve felt so much peace. But especially since having my daughter. I

[@littlegreylogcabin]

I wear a dress almost everyday and there’s something about it that brings out the femininity within💗

[@margaretmatheny]

Ah, I love this so much. In total agreement! Wish I knew about it earlier!

[@NeverTooLateForAchange]

Me too 😃🥰

[@afrikan_criola1923]

@@margaretmatheny I'm so glad more woman are wearing dresses, I gave up on pants 6 years ago when I started my minimalist journey , now 90% of my closet are dresses, so easy and minimalist. I understand all your feelings because I feel the same, I feel free, beautiful, feminine, peaceful.

[@layercakearts]

Full time maxi dresses/skirts (even for winter and home improvement) has gotten me thru years of chronic illness. Not only comfort but feeling put together when I feel at my worst. Thrift store dresses with some high end jewelry feels pretty good. And yes, an interesting social experiment is how people treat you in public… excessively courteous, opening doors, approachable, unassuming, but occasionally underestimated (charging more at the smog check, etc). But mostly it just feels good… I don’t need to conquer the world anymore.

[@nell_uhh]

Yes! I wore a dress today because I recently had a baby, and am just tired of looking ragged 😅- wanted to make myself feel good, to say the least. Anyway, doors were opened for me at every turn, and people were so courteous towards me as well. I thought to myself, “I could get used to this!”😂

[@tinikiacheeseboro]

Love this❤

[@ShaSha-kq6th]

That's sooo real!!!!!

[@BIBLE-a-s-m-r]

That’s a relief… Can we trust our men? They’re broken too.

[@sarahk758]

Thank you for saying this. I have some chronic illnesses and im working through adapting to life with extremely limited energy. I had bought a ton of comfy clothes that don’t hurt my skin, but I look so frumpy in them all- which makes me feel even worse. So I’ve started wearing dresses 😅

[@paigeajamieson]

Yes! Welcome to the dress club :D I would recommend investing in an apron for cooking or gardening to keep your dresses nice. That's something that works for me.

[@Eibhlin7]

Me too, aprons are a must as I am a stain magnet! I love finding vintage style aprons on Etsy and Amazon.

[@janamartin7593]

As a Mennonite girl who’s worn dresses all my life, it’s so fascinating to hear the perspective of someone new to wearing dresses. Go for it Margaret! You looked lovely! I often have men open doors for me in town or people comment on my dresses.

[@RandomKeto]

I'm an Apostolic Pentecostal (we wear dresses and skirts exclusively as well) and yes, it was very interesting!

[@teresajohnson826]

I turn 70 tomorrow and I have no dresses in my wardrobe. I was forced to retire last year, so I am trying to live a more authentic self. I will give a dress a try! ❤

[@marieallgyer9194]

We wear dresses all the time ...i had someone say to me at Walmart...how can u wear a Dress to wal Mart 😊 my Girls shocked our neighbor when they wore dresses to horseback ride ....they could mount with such ease .its amazing what u can do in a dress... garden,milk a cow, mow the lawn ....everything thats all they wore 100 yrs ago.... i have men hold doors,ive had older men comment how good it is to see ladies w dresses on.God bless

[@margaretmatheny]

Ha! Oh my goodness!! This is so amazing. Totally what I'm working towards. Thanks for sharing this. God bless you all!

[@MyHealingShelf]

Right, our feminine ancestors did everything in a dress, why not us today?

[@mleonard3163]

I've had people ask if I'm dressed up for anything and I say nope, I've always preferred dresses and skirts. I didn't have a pair of pants until I was 10 🤪 and I've always been a tomboy. I have even been known to wear my chainsaw chaps over a long skirt with my corset under my shirt and gone into the woods to cut firewood. Side note...especially for busty gals...I think a properly fitted and broken in corset is infinitely more comfortable than any bra!

[@JalinW]

You're definitely not crazy! I've started wearing more skirts and dresses lately and I feel so beautiful and feminine and I move differently. It also instantly brightens my mood and I feel more productive too. Its also biblical too for women to wear skirts and dresses as I've learned recently!

[@heyitsliz2775]

I recently started wearing dresses more often and I noticed everything you did. You are not crazy. The clothes we wear affect our behavior and the way other people treat us. I feel better in a dress. Yesterday I almost wore jeans and a t-shirt so I would "look normal" while going to a class outing. I wanted to wear a dress because I like the way it feels and how it looks, but I didn't want to stand out and look "too formal." After trying on several outfits, mixing and matching with jeans and crop tops, I went with the dress. I wasn't comfortable in my jeans. Sometimes I feel great in jeans, but I'm tired of forcing myself to wear them so I'll "fit in" and "look normal" whether that's at work or school. When I put on that dress, I felt the change. I smiled and I felt pretty. I felt put together. I told myself that it wasn't my fault if I was the best dressed in the room, and it certainly isn't a bad thing. In the end, no one sneered at me, no one made a rude comment, and I ended the day feeling pretty and confident. If you want to wear the dress because it makes you feel good, wear it.

[@trishawall9619]

I've worn dresses and skirts exclusively for 30 years. So comfortable , makes me feel like a lady, even at-home. I don't even own a pair of pants or shorts. I love your comments about your 5 year old son and the men opening doors. I had those EXACT experiences myself 30 years ago! My son was 5 too! 😁

[@islandprincess9666]

How do you do this when the weather is cold?

[@trishawall9619]

@@islandprincess9666 I wear leggings and warm socks. Layer up with shirts underneath or sweaters overtop. I had an older lady tell me that she wears nylons under her leggings for extra warmth. I live in the Northwest where we get lots of snow. The material of my dresses and the thickness of my sweaters change for the season.

[@SylviaHauser]

Trisha, where do you buy your einter dresses? I think they are so hard to get ...

[@islandprincess9666]

@@trishawall9619 Thank you for replying with the tips.

[@KikiFu]

​@@SylviaHauserGoogle wool dresses there are lots of stores that sell them and Etsy has options too.

[@therobotdevil2284]

I wear a dress almost every day because it's SO easy, comfy, and I always feel so put together in them! I do get a lot of annoying comments, though, like "wow you must have spent so much time getting ready today, I could NEVER," "look at you, you must really be judging me in my sweatpants," and "why are you so fancy today?" 🤦‍♀️ People don't get that dresses are literally just fabric you throw over your body like any other article of clothing.

[@Caroline_Shane]

It's interesting you say that. I have been wearing dresses for the past three years almost every day, now officially every single day, and I thought that I would get comments like that, but I really haven't. I have only gotten one from someone I know very well who after a while of seeing me wear dresses asked how I feel about her wearing very casual clothes. But, I could tell it was a very genuine question, and she didn't ask it in a rude way. I just straight-up told her "absolutely not, I don't judge you by the way you dress". We are also both Christians so I told her that I admire her for so many other characteristics, especially her faith which is more important, and that she's beautiful either way. Side note, I also don't do it for Christianity's sake or for modesty. I just genuinely like dresses better, for how I feel in them and because of how easy they are to put on. I didn't tell her that because she already knows. But, I don't do it for that reason so I also don't judge her for not wearing dresses for religious reasons either.

[@knitsoft]

I've slowly been transitioning to a dresses and skirts wardrobe. It will probably end up as a dress wardrobe. One thing that I've noticed is that over time I actually have become more comfortable in dresses than I am in pants. I grew up loathing dresses so that's a huge deal for me. Dresses are SO wonderful. I love layering things with them and have a few under skirts (cotton slips) with lace trim. It makes me so happy! Love this video!

[@JanaeCrawford]

I feel the same way. I want to wear more dresses on a day to day. I definitely feel more “soft” and I realize I talk more calm and I’m less to get snappy or irritated at my children or husband simply when I wear a dress- it’s crazy but true. Thank you for this! This is my sign to wear more dresses 🥰

[@peacefulmindtoday]

Dresses create gentleness and patience of spirit

[@Walking_w_Jesus]

Wow ❤

[@mimi8352]

I always felt not put together and that my outfits never worked. I literally came here to see what’s missing. I always wanted to feel beautiful and feminine but didn’t. I tried skirts and blouses but they never fall “right” on me I’m taking the dress challenge starting today. Thank you for your video.

[@harpo627]

You go, girl! I hope it’s been working out great for you! Dresses can be so flattering, more so than skirts and blouses.

[@kathryntipton6268]

Dresses and skirts do make things easier. They’re feminine. They’re beautiful. They do make you act and feel more like a lady. You are generally prepared for everything. And guys do treat you more delicately. After a year of skirts and dresses for me, I’ve found all these things. Guys at college hold the door open for me all the time now haha

[@afrikan_criola1923]

Don't worry about the minimalist astetic, i been a minimalist for 6 years now, my closet it's 90% dresses and my dresses have colour and patterns.

[@margaretmatheny]

Oh, I love hearing this. Thanks for sharing that!

[@audramichie3129]

This summer I started looking for more dresses (exclusively thrifted) because you don’t have to decide on bottoms and a top. Minimalism! I love how feminine and pretty I feel in a dress and it’s so much cooler than pants or shorts. I love your dresses!!!❤️

[@homemaker0506]

I wear dresses or skirts 24/7 365. I have not worn pants or leggings in over 4 years. I feel way more put together, I wear them when I clean and everything I do around the house. It feels way better!

[@margaretmatheny]

Wow!!! Yes, this is my dream here. Working towards this!

[@homemaker0506]

@@margaretmatheny I started because God had laid it on my heart for modesty reasons, and man did it change my perspective a ton. I wear casual and dressy ones. I also love dwell and slumber dresses because they work as regular dresses or pajamas. Good for cozy days in the fall and winter to!

[@alena4212]

Girl me too, it’s been 11 years for me. It’s so easy and fun!

[@peacefulmindtoday]

So happy for you! Hope you still enjoy dresses!

[@Mrs.GrayMan]

What do you do in winter?

[@robinbemman4858]

I wear dresses and skirts most of the time- all 4 seasons- comfortable and freeing-

[@CompassTutoringServices]

I only wear dresses/skirts in public. The shortest are right above my knees. I own fewer clothes because of it. I always feel feminine, and I love that. I’ve been living this way for about 12 years.

[@countryfrau8328]

Interesting. I only wear dresses at home. I basically use them as house dresses and in the summer ill sleep in them, too. I don't know how to pull a look together with shoes etc with dresses so when I go out I basically just do a jeans/tshirt /dark shoe look. Men are very polite to me because I'm old now--66...so they want to help me. Its really sweet.

[@brigetteklein4096]

I’ve been intentionally trying to wear more dresses lately! It truly does make you feel so much more beautiful, put together and just overall feminine. You’re encouraging me to do a 30 day challenge to only wear dresses!

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

Go for it, you’ll be a dress convert!

[@mirandadiaz3446]

my boyfriend bought me a bunch of dresses last year and I've been wearing them almost every day, and I've also experienced feeling more feminine, more in tune with myself, and people treat me with more kindness ☺️ So glad that your son is noticing that change too!

[@afrikan_criola1923]

90% of the times I wear dresses, I gave up on pants long time ago when I realized that I don't like pants, now I only have 3 leggings for exercise and some dirty jobs. Dresses and skirts make me feel beautiful, free, feminine, peaceful, softer, they also easy to style, so when I start my minimalist journey 6 years ago I decided to finally be me and assume my style, romantic and feminine, best decisions of my life. Also I have less clothes because a dress is just one piece, now I'm on the journey to find good winter dresses.

[@margaretmatheny]

Did I not say anything about my husband?! Lol! He loved my dresses. He commented on my beauty more than usual and he was much more gentle. He's already a gentle human, but he was almost more aware!

[@alena4212]

I live in dresses and skirts. People are always shocked that I don’t own jeans 😂 But I LOVE it!! I feel feminine and beautiful. I get compliments everyday. Not even fancy dresses. And my husbands favorite thing is me in a pretty sun dress with my hair down and a natural face 💕💕 He says it’s his ideal and loves how feminine I am especially in a world where women push so hard against being feminine. I do notice I get treated better when I am out in public. People load my grocery’s on the belt for me, walk me to my car or just smile and say hi to me.

[@afrikan_criola1923]

Yes to everything, I gave up on pants 6 years ago, best decision ever, I only have 2 Leggings for exercise. I love my dresses so much, I feel free, beautiful, feminine, peaceful, romantic and always put together.

[@layercakearts]

Yes! you’re the only other person i’ve encountered that says this too, I’m in total agreement! When I switched to dresses & skirts a few years ago I noticed people treated me differently out in public. Not sure what that says about our society but we seem to be more influenced by appearance than we want to admit. …I’m still in dresses. 😊

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

In studies, men prefer a sundress on women than any other outfit.🙂

[@judithbatke3169]

@@silversnow3186 Have you ever actually worn dresses? I think your husband would notice...

[@judithbatke3169]

@@silversnow3186 Sorry to say, but you´re comment here regarding Alena was neither "neutral" nor "open", so you´re the opposite of liberal. You seem to hate male and female behavour and feelings and cannot accept how the majority of mankind is wired: Men and women love dresses on women. If you´re husband is quite like yourself, congrats, you have a soulmate. But there are few husband that would contradict to a wife with such strong oppinions and tastes as you express, even if they disagree.

[@shannonbardwell1125]

I'm wearing dresses also. You're so right it really makes you feel better throughout your day. Pretty aprons are also a lovely addition. Today I worked the garden in a dress with my rose apron. Sending blessings to you & your beautiful family.

[@sharpfamily4938]

I found the same thing when I switched to dresses and skirts. I immediately fell into place within myself. My feminine energy was just waiting to be released and everyone in my home noticed. My toddler son's tell me I'm beautiful and my husband so enjoys everything as well ☺️ I'm hooked, and now when I put on jeans they feel like a straight jacket and I feel squeezed and bridled again. Nothing like the freedom of dress and skirts, the movement and most importantly how natural it feels, especially longer dresses where my body is wrapped and cuddled...modesty is so refreshing and I not going back.

[@Tuka]

My summer capsule wardrobe is made of 20 desses, 6 tops and 5 bottoms . I get you girl 👍🏻

[@margaretmatheny]

Ah, love this!

[@emmyfinck3382]

I will happily take this as a challenge to wear more dresses! I love the simplicity and femininity of a beautiful dress- your thoughts on the subject are refreshing!

[@margaretmatheny]

Love this! Made me smile!

[@carriecobb8]

I would love to see you do something similar but in the winter! I’ve recently fallen in love with wearing dresses in the summer but really struggle to make it work in the colder weather, it’d be great to see you trying it out 🙂 Thanks for your fab channel 🙏 🇬🇧

[@Jessinblackandwhite]

I love wearing dresses in the winter with opaque tights. It’s super cozy.

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

I wear tall socks with them at home and just add boots to go out. I sometimes wear tights, too, but socks are so comfy!

[@annedaniel9605]

I wear thick warm tights under maxi length in the winter or with shorter skirts and socks with warm boots. It helps! And y'all have cold winters!

[@sobean9309]

yes please!! I need some inspo too

[@lifewithlyss8490]

Layers has helped me with this, since I don’t like leggings and usually refuse to wear them. Maxi dresses and layers underneath (usually just one dress underneath works for me, but it depends of course on where I am, how windy it is, etc.) make it comfortable even in winter, from my experience!

[@rachelnothnagel7911]

I wear dresses most of the time. I feel way more like myself, way more feminine, and way more respectable. I have noticed that men are more respectful towards me, just like you said. I think it is a wonderful thing to celebrate femininity through dresses!

[@margaretmatheny]

Wow, love hearing this. So I'm not crazy!

[@debiulmer3672]

Yes, I wear dresses at least 50% of the time. I also got my friends into and yes we all feel more feminine - BTW we are all in our 60’s

[@peacefulmindtoday]

I think ladies should wear what makes them happy!

[@beverlygingerich73]

I've worn dresses/skirts my whole life... for sure you are treated with more respect, holding doors, clean speech, and far less getting "hit on" in a rude way. People instinctively think if you look like a lady that you will also act like one. :) my children often comment on dresses as well. Interesting video!

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

Me, too, I just don’t really like trousers, they’re not comfy and don’t feel like me.

[@katymcdonald5481]

I wear dresses and skirts daily, I live in a hot climate and it’s so much more comfortable and I just find them easier to move around in. They do feel more pulled together with almost no effort which is another bonus.

[@erinmay6992]

I love this! Was up almost all night with a sick baby last night and this morning decided to put on a dress. You are soooo right about it changing the trajectory of your feelings and your day :) My two year old even commented “mommy wear her princess dress!” Your dresses are beautiful :)

[@margaretmatheny]

Your 2-year-old?! Wow, that's so precious.

[@erinmay6992]

@@margaretmatheny Also, you should look into dresses from Madewell! Definitely house fairy vibes :)

[@Walking_w_Jesus]

My 3 year old girl comments when I wear a dress that I look like a princess 🥰💐

[@KristinaGreenwood]

This is so interesting to me. I've really considered myself "not a dress" girl. I've really leaned into the athlete I've become, but now I wanna wear a dress more haha

[@peonyteeny]

We were created to be beautiful, curious... etc. The little girl we were when we're young never leaves us. It's an indicator of who we were created to be. Loved this original video you posted and I want to try it out once I get more settled in my life!

[@janellelutz2607]

I'm a nanny for four kids, I would love to wear dresses more often. However, the difficulty is that not all dresses have pockets!

[@tobiepierce6814]

Add an apron with pockets..

[@somethingthatsparkles]

Only get dressses with pockets

[@annav.9722]

I’ve been wearing (only) dresses for almost five years now. And I’ll never go back to pants/jeans! There is something magic about it. I feel more feminine, relaxed and pretty. Plus my four daughters and my husband adore the way I look 😊 In fact, there is a reason, why dresses are designed for women and you might find a lot of explanations for it in almost every religion of the world! Isn’t that amazing? I think, that every woman looks just BEAUTIFUL in a dress. You absolutely do so, dear Margaret! Thank you so much for this video! ♥️🙏🏻 Greetings from Germany

[@eirinis.1173]

I wear only dresses for almost 22 years, since I was met Jesus and changed my life. From this big miracle in my life (I was reborned) I felt that dresses us the cloth that made for women. That is what it makes us look beautiful and feminine to ourselves and to our God's eyes. God bless you!!! ❤️🙏

[@dizzy7536]

Ooooh noch jemand aus Deutschland 😍

[@judithbatke3169]

@@dizzy7536 Hi, bin auch von good old Germany. Und in diesem Dauer-Sommer konnte ich fast jeden Tag Kleider tragen - yippie!

[@sobean9309]

wo kauft ihr Kleider die man auch in den kälteren Monaten tragen kann? finde das soo schwer :/

[@annav.9722]

@@sobean9309 Früher war Zalando eine Alternative, aber ich finde sie mittlerweile viel zu überteuert! Ich versuche meist in den lokalen Geschäften einzukaufen. Leider gibt es in unserer Gegend nicht so viele Möglichkeiten, auch nicht fürs Second-Hand 😕 Der Absatzmarkt ist hier leider ein ganz anderer, als in den USA, oder Canada.

[@jessicamorgan7203]

I’ve been so looking forward to this video! I don’t wear a dress every day, but they have definitely become a staple in my wardrobe. I just had my 4th baby a week ago, and they were key to a summer pregnancy and covering my varicose veins. I absolutely echo your sentiment about feeling different and being treated differently. It really is fascinating. Mrs. Midwest has some great videos on femininity and leaning into that.

[@EmilyAnneAtHome]

I had the same revelation this summer! I’ve never felt so feminine, comfortable, secure, and beautiful. I even feel more articulate. The compliments that naturally flow towards you are just a bonus to the inner work that wearing dresses brings. It’s as if I unlocked a part of my inner child that remembers spinning around in a beautiful dress with so much life and energy! It’s almost indescribable how natural it really feels. It feels like coming home. My job requires me to wear pants and I live in a place that will get a lot of snow, so in a couple weeks, I’ll have to say goodbye to my collection of gorgeous dresses until next year. 🥹

[@rosemarie3047]

I live in Canada, and we get lots of snow. I wear skirts with leggings or tights and high boots. I encourage you to try it before saying that you have to put away your dressed until spring. I have been doing it for over 10 years, and even play ice hockey, ball hockey and run in skirts! (Of course, with ice hockey, I do wear snow pants over the skirt...just saying...)

[@katie3700]

I found this so interesting - I've never been a dress girl, but have found since I've been more into simple living that has changed and I have found that it seems so much more natural to me! You look fabulous and so happy! Plus, one item to get dressed? Yes, please!

[@beverlymitchell1892]

I feel the same way! I love wearing skirts and dresses in the spring, summer, and fall , but winter I have a hard time with because I don’t like wearing tights or leggings.

[@MamaBearMcKenzie]

Love this video! Read an article not too long ago that touched on this same challenge of wearing dresses for a month and the woman saw differences within her own family. It brought out her femininity, the masculinity in her husband, and similar comments from her children. I love the swooshing you get to do with dresses, it makes you want to run through a field of flowers. I definitely want to challenge myself to find dresses I feel beautiful in because they really do seem to make a difference in mood/confidence and it shines in others around as well. Thank you for an amazing video as always! PS: I love dress #1 and #9 on you, they're absolutely beautiful!

[@samnieto6463]

Wow wow wow! Your reflection of how it has impacted your motherhood and your journey as a wife is really encouraging!!! Loved this ♥️🙌🏻🙏🏻 Shout out to the Proverbs 31 woman, maybe she wore loads of dresses?!

[@ChildofGod1529]

What a coincidence that you just made this video! In the past couple weeks, I've been desiring to be more feminine and wear dresses more. So now I am even more inspired!

[@sabrinabeberman180]

You look beautiful thank you for posting your videos, I have also been on this journey almost 2 years ago, I got rid of all my jeans, and now I just wear mostly dresses, a few skirts and a few blouses, but my go-to are dresses. I love your journey. I do have leggings, one leggings I do wear under a dress, or when I am working out. I feel different when I wear a pretty dress, I feel beautiful, I really feel at peace and joy. I was inspired to do the full change from jeans to dresses from the influencers Mrs. Midwest and Inspired by Nikki, Nikki has also been on this journey as well from used to wearing all jeans to wearing only dresses, there are other wonderful influencers that help women with their feminine journeys.

[@gabrielhannah8552]

Margaret, thank you so much for making this video. I’ve worn skirts or dresses almost my entire life and have started wearing pants a lot more recently. Although I love both, I have found that I truly feel like you described-free, more feminine and ladylike, truly beautiful, and honestly even more gentle. I have noticed that even when I went to the store in a long skirt (for the first time in forever) yesterday, I felt like I received looks of appreciation and kindness from so many people instead of just another passerby that has things to do and places to go. People stopped and looked. I felt a little weird from all the “attention”, but I genuinely felt respected and valued. Was that just because I wore a skirt? I doubt it (as I was also carrying my 7 week old on my chest), but it sure did feel different. So thanks again for the encouragement! Let’s become a generation of simplicity and beauty once again, valuing who we were made to be. Appreciate you so much!

[@lilabrown9808]

This is a beautiful story! I have noticed similar changes in my spirit and in the way others see and treat me as I step away from activewear and masculine styles and step towards wearing more skirts and dresses. It is a beautiful change, and I love how it makes me feel! Like you said, whether I’m doing chores, running errands, or anything else, I feel more put together, feminine, flowey, elegant. 😊 Thank you for being willing to stand out and share your experience! I especially appreciated and could relate to how you said it makes you want to press into the submissive role of a wife ❤️ I agree

[@ritzie3131]

Not crazy--or, even better, crazy in a good way! This was an interesting experiment. There was a time (a few years back) when I had a hard time finding a dress--that is, a dress for whatever occasion I was getting ready for. Thankfully, that seems to have changed. But isn't it strange that these days, to wear a dress every day stands out as unusual. For centuries, women wore dresses. I can't imagine working out in a dress, but for the rest of the day, way cool. You have inspired me to give this a try. I am just starting on a path of sewing some of my own clothes, mostly for the creativity of that. I'm starting off with skirts, and hope to have several made for the summer. Nice video, Margaret!

[@Prepwithane]

I’m 54 years old. In the 90s, I wore a dress everyday because I loved Laura Ashley dresses so much. I loved how I felt wearing LA dresses. After Princess Diana died, so did the popularity of Laura Ashley dresses. My MIL, who didn’t dress up, kept commenting how I shouldn’t be wearing dresses just to lounge around. I started not wearing dresses as much. I felt lost many years of who I truly am. About 4 years ago, I decided to start wearing dresses again everyday. I feel pretty all the time. I look forward to choosing what dress I will wear for the day. I will never go back to my dark years. Bravo to you. I hope you continue it!

[@The_faithful_princess]

Thank you so much for sharing your journey! I’ve been wearing dresses since mid April and I haven’t looked back! I relate to everything you said from feeling more feminine, and soft to even taking on household chores with delight!

[@rebekahmalcom2500]

Love this! Yes! I totally feel the same way when I wear a dress. My five year old son also said something similar recently. We were getting ready for church and he said “mommy you look the most beautiful when we go to church.” And I realized that I only wear dresses to church (or some other fancy event), so that was so sweet and interesting that he notices that! Your dresses are beautiful and I could see a difference in your demeanor and mood as well 😄 Thank you for making this video!

[@peacefulmindtoday]

Love this!❤

[@bethannawhite2275]

I love this❗️I’m going to share it with younger than me ladies. I am 65 but do not feel 65 when I put on a pretty dress and even better my husband loves it. The gentle feminine wisdom is so true, happy you have shared the wisdom. Have a blessed beautiful day.☀️🌸🦋

[@margaretmatheny]

Thank you so much, Bethanna!

[@harpo627]

This was such a sweet video! You are so vivacious and beautiful, and I’m so glad the dresses brought you joy, and that you shared it with everyone. I think that’s something that people miss, when you dress beautifully, you really are a gift of joy to the world, like a flower, a ray of sunshine, a sunset. For yourself, yes, but also for others. It lifts other’s spirits and boosts the morale around you. It is simple but deep.

[@JennySheppy]

I’ve been doing this lately too!! Loving it so much and I feel the same way with the whole gentle womanly aspects you’re mentioning. 🙏🏼🦋

[@glendabanta4832]

After wearing pants my whole life, I bought half a dozen dresses a few years back and tried wearing them. I HATED them. They didn't fit my lifestyle or my personality. I was hoping to like them to make my wardrobe easier. Instead I developed a uniform of simple tees and wide leg linen pants. It's good to experiment to figure out what works for you to simplify your life so you aren't thinking about outfits all the time and so that you feel really great in what you wear! I don't regret trying it at all even though it didn't work because it got me one step closer to what was right for me.

[@BIBLE-a-s-m-r]

A closet shouldn’t be one thing! You need play and work out clothes, house work clothes, going out to a fancy event clothes, pajamas for summer and winter… sick and sexy, lounge is optional but nice to have- ❤… I have a hiking uniform where it’s like sporty Strega and my Sunday dressy is just rayon flowy stuff with pleather arm bands and black sheet long sleeve to confuse the patriarchy lol kidding

[@alyssaamundson4265]

Loved the video, Margaret! I wear a dress or skirt almost every day. I started about 4 months ago. It's actually my goal to stop wearing pants to be more modest. I used to wear leggings most days. I also love feeling feminine and beautiful. I'm slowly replacing the pants in my wardrobe with other options. How you dress I feel really does impact your life and its definitely been the case for me. I'd recommend The Daily Connoisseur channel for you especially her 10 item wardrobe videos. 😉

[@afrikan_criola1923]

You can do it, I did 6 years ago, gave up on pants, now 90% of the times I wear dresses and sometimes skirts, I feel so free and beautiful, also I have a very minimal closet which is amazing.

[@alyssaamundson4265]

@@afrikan_criola1923 Thanks for the encouragement! I also feel free and beautiful. The only pants I wear are leggings for exercise but I am slowly getting skirts to wear for that.

[@CarmenElRose]

I have zero jeans in my closet and I love it. Dresses and skirts almost always

[@l.m.n.2338]

Not every woman will like dresses but if more try they may be surprised. Dresses make me the happiest and the most carefree. I only wear maxi length and it makes me feel like a queen. I did experiment with only wearing dresses but I did start feeling bored. I still wear mostly dresses and they are my favorite pieces but I crave a change time to time and will wear jeans or something casual. The thing is now even my jean outfits are very feminine and my casual wear is very coordinated and put together, not sloppy or an afterthought.

[@AnnieBanannie33]

Love this video! So interesting. I've always told my husband it's a life goal of mine to only wear dresses. I've gathered a lot over the years, but postpartum and breastfeeding makes it harder to find dresses that work/look good. But you've definitely inspired me to revisit this goal of mine!

[@margaretmatheny]

Wow, see that's fascinating to me because a lot of us are drawn to dresses already! Sending love, enjoy those sweet newborn months. you will have lots of time to wear dresses down the road!

[@mirandahensley2856]

This is something I have been doing lately! I love that you did this video and I think it truly does make you feel more feminine and beautiful and just so effortlessly! I need more dresses.

[@SunshineBloom777]

You are stunning inside & out 🤍🌷 you & your dresses are gorgeous! 💛 this was so sweet & encouraging!! I completely echo your sentiments! I grew up like never wearing dresses or liking dresses! The more I grew in just my role as a wife and woman of God the more I was drawn to dresses! I literally started from scratch and now I wear a dress almost 100% of the time! I do feel so much more beautiful, feminine, and ready for my days! I agree people do take notice and none of this in a vein way either like you said, but I also act more feminine like I recognize when my posture isn’t proper or I move too swiftly and dresses help me slow down! I can do everything I normally do in a dress! I chase my dog in a dress, I garden in my dress! It sounds silly but I even have workout dresses that are just like normal dresses that aren’t as intricate that I wear shorts under for runs or tennis, etc! It’s just me - like you said I feel more me! I feel alive, COMFORTABLE, and like a breath of fresh air! Dresses are SO easy too - they are ONE outfit which actually bodes well to the minimal way of life and instantly makes me look put together without any effort! & You aren’t crazy - and we keep thinking that because I feel like we’ve been lied to by society and Satan where we are so “modern” and so far removed from traditional roots where we feel we can’t wear dresses anymore, like it’s too old school and feminine and we will be ostracized because the Western world simply doesn’t celebrate that anymore! Basically people want us to be anything but not feminine and traditional! But I truly feel I personally was made to be this way and I’ve been so much happier since accepting myself and what its brought like wearing dresses! 💝🌸

[@karenwalker3756]

I love your video. I wore a skirt to the store and noticed the difference in how people looked at me. I’ve decided to change my daily outfits it makes me feel so pretty amazing. I’m still working on how to dress going to the gym. I am trying ballet skirts over leggings or a yoga wrap to still have that dressy feel. Thanks for sharing excited to check out your other videos. God bless ♥️

[@MoonPhaze5]

I started wearing long skirts in 2012. From there I just felt it made sense to just go into full dresses. I absolutely will never go back to wearing pants. ⚘️💃

[@dawnm5834]

I just bought 3 new dresses today. Two more ‘easy, everyday’ and one more special dress for an upcoming wedding. I absolutely love wearing dresses. It was my go to the last few summers. This past summer I’ve done mostly T-shirt’s and shorts, but I feel more put together and confident in a dress! Especially what you said about not worrying about how your body looks, it’s so true. I just love how flattering a dress can be.

[@naomi7969]

This was so interesting! Thanks for sharing. I really want to try this now!!

[@homemakersheart3614]

I love it!! Thank you for sharing. I started wearing skirts and tops 90% of the time and especially when I go to town. I 've done experiments - one day wearing jeans and a cute top vs the next day wearing a skirt. Hands down, the days I wear skirts I am treated like a lady. Men open the door more often and people in general are willing to help you if you are looking for something. I even get a hat tipped now and then. I never get that in my jeans. So glad you show how you feel and the changes. Good job. PS Winter is the best. Leggings, a slip and a skirt...I am so much warmer then in jeans and leggings.

[@pixieanna2058]

I love dresses and they are kind of necessary at the moment as I’m healing from a broken leg. I think I’m going to start wearing dresses from now on, too!

[@wondering_stars_in_oz8462]

I've been wearing dresses exclusively for 15 years now. When I was younger you would never catch me dead in one. Then i started wearing skirts and it turned into dresses and I'll never go back. I think i kept one pair of jeans 'just in case', but really i never reach for them. In the winter i wear leggings under my dresses and boots for warmth but it also dosnt snow where I am...

[@margaretmatheny]

oh I love this! I was wondering what my plan would be for winter. That's so helpful!

[@inesladasic7106]

Definitely a yes to the dress there’s a change how you carry yourself throughout the day when wearing a dress. More lady like, the way supposed to be.

[@MyLittleDomesticChurch]

Love this!! Just found your channel! Subscribed! I predominately wear dresses and skirts and it really does make all the difference! Love this!

[@ERICA850]

inspirational idea!! I've been wearing dresses and skirts for the past 6 years now. I'd like to simplify my wordrobe even more by only keeping dresses

[@_KendraChristine]

I love this experiment! I wear dresses way more than I used to, and I think it helps me to feel a little bit more my age!

[@jessicabrown6943]

Love this video, and your honest open opinion. I really enjoyed watching!! I have worn dresses or skirt/shirt for about 33 years and I love it. It is so feminine, and yes people treat me differently as far as they are usually more respectful and kind. I heard someone say once “dress for the job you want” it matters the way you present yourself and the way you feel. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@nicolemcgee587]

I can’t wait to try this! I’m transitioning to being a stay at home mom with two littles and have been wondering if wearing something besides the usual leggings and grungy t shirt would help ❤️

[@bethlong6773]

I also love to wear dresses, but they must be comfy and not need special under garments or anything like that. They do make me feel prettier, more feminine, and more put together and I truly love the simplicity of putting one on in the morning and not having to choose multiple pieces of clothing. Such a fun idea, Margaret!

[@elisabeth530]

You looked prettier every day! Thanks for the inspiration, I'd really like to try this. I think I own 1 dress that fits lol.

[@margaretmatheny]

Thanks, that's so kind of you to say. thredUP is a great place to start if you're looking for high-quality, yet affordable!

[@tropicalsunshine4689]

no honey it was the dress. It was meant for us. You are being your best self.

[@Elise_Hunter]

I’ve worn dresses/skirts more than half of the time the last few years. I’m a personal trainer so I can’t wear those things when I’m working, but I opt for professional athletic pants over leggings. Everyone at the gym treats me like a lady and still respects me, which I really appreciate. Wearing dresses helps me mentally while having a chronic illness to feel beautiful and put together even though I feel completely crummy all the time. Even when I stay home all day, I love wearing my designated “house dresses”. I wear aprons over them if I cook or clean and it keeps everything cleaner. I had a similar mental transformation as you described in this video. It’s really cool and unexpected! Enjoyed this video!

[@lorenakademar5267]

I love your selection of dresses...I love loose-fitting dresses also, and yes, they are more feminine, more girly...what a great experience!! thank you for sharing!

[@tinikiacheeseboro]

I'm actually happy for you and I just came across tour channel ❤. This is literally the power of modesty and femininity.

[@bellemin]

The day I made the decision to wear more dresses was the best day. I decided to be more diligent last summer and when Winter rolled around, I felt weird having almost zero winter worthy dresses. That's my next goal, wear more dresses even in Winter. I love being feminine and I look forward to the day.

[@smugglersnotch88]

Margaret, you are so sweet. Thank you for making this video. I’ve felt the pull lately to wear more skirts and dresses, and seeing you do it for thirty days straight has inspired me.

[@margaretmatheny]

So welcome! Thanks for sharing, so happy to hear!

[@amaliapetras6664]

Wow! This video is about my feelings wearing a dress. I feel the same as you and I discovered it this year ( this summer....it's must be something in the air ;) ). You are beautiful, more delicate feminine woman!

[@melaniehensleigh]

I've just found your channel and I really enjoy it. I have noticed that when I wear a dress I get much more respect from others. Publicly and privately. I love dresses again! I always loved being a girl and feminine. I grew up a tomboy with just 3 brothers and church was my favorite because I got to be the girl. Thank you for this video! You gave me new sites to check out for shopping too. Thanks!

[@marybishop8870]

I started looking into dressing in a more feminine way over the summer as I was learning about God’s design of the woman and what femininity looks like, how it’s lived out, etc. I also grew up a tomboy, playing soccer, very rough around the edges, typically wearing a baggy shirt and sport shorts. But when I put on a dress or a skirt, I find that my confidence goes through the roof, I feel lovely and feminine, I live more gently and I feel comfortable all day long. I have also received so many kind gestures while dressing in a feminine way, because I think this world loves to see a woman’s delicate nature come forth and wants to protect it. It’s precious. Thank you for sharing Margaret.

[@lainsimple5285]

I love love love this! I always feel too dressy in dresses but I’ve wanted to wear them more too! I’m thinking I might try this 30 day challenge 🤔

[@Kim-yr5yk]

I'm 67, have been through the minimalism wardrobe of beiges & browns...however because I have stained so many non-pattern clothes I started buying & wearing patterned dresses. (2 yrs now) Unbelievable and unexplainable I've had the exact experience as you. I think it's the total combo of what you've mentioned. Thanks for sharing.

[@judithbeckford7350]

I wear a dress/skirt everyday! It all began with a bladder autoimmune diagnosis over a year ago, and was told that dressing this way might actually alleviate some of my pain. A few months later I got pregnant, and dressing this way was super comfy and easy during pregnancy. Now postpartum I feel so much confidence, and a lot of that is from not having to fit into a pair of pants! Definitely feel more put together, and properly feminine. Tuning more into the role God has called me to as a mom and wife. Also, Neuflora has become my go to, adore their pieces!

[@janethompson4019]

When pregnant with my second child, we experienced an unusually hot summer. The only thing I could find to wear was a loose-fitting, thin, long length pinafore dress. It got worn and washed over and over. I had always worn jeans/trousers before. I was really surprised at how different I felt wearing a dress. Now wear dresses most of the time - so much more comfortable and versatile.

[@shawnahawkins718]

I did get more dresses for this summer~ I prefer to wear dresses in summertime....we are in a very hot and humid area and have extreme heat indexes, so it is cooler for sure!! Besides being more feminine and making me feel just a little more put together. I am not into a lot of clothes, I too am minimalistic, but I do like my work/church outfits to be a little more polished yet pretty! I think feminine, but pretty and modest dresses will make a bigger come back. At least I hope they do! I love every one of the dresses you showed!!

[@elisabeth_manint]

I've worn dresses & skirts only my whole life. I can definitely feel the difference when I get dressed for the day versus staying in my PJs. I love a good all day pj day here and there too hehe. Love the video!

[@jennyjenkins877]

I am not a dress wearer but I'm not opposed to it anymore! I didn't expect to like this video as much as I did so thanks for sharing.

[@margaretmatheny]

Love this, Jenny!! THanks for sharing.

[@angelina6744]

I feel the exact same way! I think two or three years ago I started telling people that I think women should wear more dresses because they look so good and feminine in them. Two years ago I have started collecting and wearing more dresses and this year I wear them more than ever - and I'm loving it:)

[@jilloverton3630]

You look fantastic in your dresses! I wear dresses a lot in the summer. There are cool, very comfortable, and feminine.

[@kelseyritter1017]

Such a great vibe! You're absolutely right though. You feel amazing when you're pretty and feminine. We get so wrapped up in competing in the world and caught up with brands that we forget to go back to the basics and just enjoy being women in our flowwy, pretty things! Thank you for making this video and restoring a bit of getting back to basics in our lives!

[@annedaniel9605]

I feel really pretty and feminine when I wear dresses. I too have bought more because I love wearing them.

[@bethanydusciuc2148]

I loved this!!! I’ve always enjoyed dresses and people would always ask me why I dress like “old fashion.” And now I don’t feel crazy!

[@viv1725]

I’ve had a recurring urge to wear dresses recently. Your beautiful video and 422 comments tell me this is worth looking into! ❤ It’s funny…I feel a little afraid of looking as feminine as I want to. Thank you 👗💐