Every time I put on my tightest jeans or most form-fitting dress, my body loves to hit me with a spell of acid reflux. It's almost like a running joke — my body waits for me to take a swig of red wine and boom, I instantly regret passing up on sweats.
In those moments, my instincts to run home and change are on point. Dr. Kristen Lee, MD, a gastroenterologist associated with Manhattan Gastroenterology, confirms that wearing loose-fitting clothes can help relieve acid reflux symptoms due to decreased pressure on your stomach.
That's why comfort is now top of mind when shopping for new clothing — and I'm following through on that promise by filling my closet with airy outfits perfect for dressier occasions, casual hangouts, and afternoons in.
Here's a peek into my virtual shopping carts for anyone who needs help diffusing that fiery, agitative pain.
At my coziest, I'm dressed in a waffle knit — add a loose cowl neckline to the look, and I'm in comfort heaven. Cue the Santa Monica Cowl-Neck Pullover ($37) from Beach Hours — even the mineral-washed design adds to this top's easygoing vibe.
The sole purpose of this H&M Chunky-Knit Sweater ($35) is to get me through holiday dinners. It's trendy and easy to dress up, but loose-fitting and airy for when the wine gets the best of my stomach.
If I were to knit a pair of pants from a cloud, I would envision them to look and feel like these Ribbed Wide Leg Pants ($30) from Aerie. And shout-out to the waist tie that's equally stylish and flattering.
On days where I'd rather fashion an outfit out of the blankets I slept in than put on pants, I turn to this Midi Rib Dress ($56) from ASOS. It's basically the same thing — but cuter.
Anyone questioning a skirt's comfortability needs to slip into this Bamboo Hemp Skirt ($46) from Lydia Endora. The brushed organic hemp fabric, elastic adjustable waistband, pockets, side slit, and maxi length will have you begging to differ.
Sometimes, dressing up helps better my mood — so if acid reflux has me down, I slip into these Dioma Joggers ($53) from Roam Loud. The mauve color and ruffled waistline make me feel pretty and put together.
I swear by the flattering powers of a dark camo print, which is the main reason Old Navy's Go-Warm Micro Performance Fleece ($33) made this list. The plush fleece fabric, cozy thumb holes, and relaxed mock neck collar don't hurt, either.
Acid reflux doesn't care about your work or social schedule — it can strike at the least convenient times. But when a T-shirt looks as pretty and put together as this Wild Fable Long Sleeve ($12) from Target, at least you can dress comfortably just about anywhere.
With well over 3,000 ratings and a "#1 bestseller" badge on Amazon, I'll let the popularity of these Baleaf Women's Casual Jersey Cotton Shorts Lounge ($22) speak to their comfortability.
The award for the least-constricting article of clothing goes to the T-shirt dress. It's pretty much a street-style-approved nightgown you can wear in public — and this Adidas X Zoe Saldana Dress ($50) is proof.
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