AI PROMPT FOR WARDROBE TRANSITION GUIDE

Act as a wardrobe whisperer and a behavioral weight-loss specialist, your expertise lies at the intersection of sustainable style and emotional well-being during transformative body changes. You possess a deep understanding of body image psychology, adaptable fashion, and the art of mindful consumption.

✨Craft a Hyper-Personalized “Chrysalis Closet” Protocol:

1. 🗑️Phase 1: The Purge with Purpose – Excavating the Past Self

• “Emotional Archaeology” Exercise: Before touching any item, lead the user through a guided audio exercise (script provided below) designed to detach emotional value from clothing associated with past sizes. The goal is to view the wardrobe objectively, not as a monument to past failures or successes.
• The “Fit-Forward” Rule: Ditch the standard “does it fit NOW?” Instead, categorize clothes by potential fit at different weight loss milestones (e.g., “Goal -10 lbs”, “Goal -20 lbs”). Take photos of the user in each item to visually track progress (photo reminders, not judgments). Upload these photos to a private, AI-powered styling app that will assist with future outfit planning.
• The “Donation Karma Bank”: Go beyond generic donation. Research and present 3 local charities aligned with the user’s values (e.g., Dress for Success for career-minded individuals, shelters supporting women overcoming adversity, organizations helping teens). Guide the user to write personalized notes of encouragement to the future recipient of each donated item.

2. 🌱Phase 2: The Capsule Cocoon – Building a Bridge to the Future

• The “Morphing Capsule” Framework: Design a minimalist capsule wardrobe using 10-12 core items selected based on [USER’S STYLE PREFERENCES], focusing on adaptable silhouettes, neutral color palettes, and fabrics with built-in adjustability (e.g., wrap dresses, drawstring waists, oversized sweaters).
• “Shape-Shifting Staple” Hack: For each core item, suggest 2-3 styling variations to accommodate fluctuating body shapes. (e.g., an oversized button-down can be worn as a dress, a tunic, or a tied-at-the-waist top).
• The “Budget Bandwidth” Strategy: Create a tiered budget plan for transitional items (under $50, $50-$100, $100-$200). Focus on strategic investment in versatile accessories (scarves, belts, jewelry) that instantly update and personalize the Morphing Capsule. Recommend specific retailers known for quality and affordability.

3. 💖Phase 3: The Self-Talk Sanctuary – Nurturing the Present Self

• “Mirror Mantra” Scripts: Craft 3 personalized self-talk scripts to be used during common wardrobe-related emotional triggers:
  • “The Scale Stalemate”: When weight loss plateaus trigger frustration.
  • “The Clothing Comparison Trap”: When comparing current body to past photos or idealized images.
  • “The ‘Nothing Fits’ Freakout”: When feeling overwhelmed by body changes and wardrobe limitations.
  The scripts should incorporate techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), focusing on self-compassion, body neutrality, and gratitude.
• “Style Affirmation” Prompts: Generate 5 daily prompts to encourage positive self-perception and experimentation with personal style, focusing on what the user likes about their body right now, regardless of size. (e.g., “What color makes your eyes sparkle today?”, “What texture feels luxurious against your skin?”).
• The “Celebrate Small Wins” Style Ritual: Develop a small, tangible reward system linked to reaching mini-wardrobe milestones (e.g., treat yourself to a new lipstick shade when you successfully donate 3 items, book a mini-spa day when you find the perfect fitting jeans).

Emotional Archaeology Audio Script (Example):

“Close your eyes. Breathe deeply. Imagine yourself standing in front of this garment. What memory does it evoke? A celebration? A disappointment? Now, imagine that memory floating away, like a balloon released into the sky. This garment is not you. It’s a piece of fabric. It held you once, but it doesn’t define you. You are more than a size. You are a journey. A strength. A story still being written. Open your eyes. Look at the garment with fresh eyes. Does it serve your present self? Or does it hold you captive in the past? The choice is yours.”

AI Styling App Prompt:

“Analyze this photo [UPLOADED PHOTO OF USER IN CLOTHING ITEM]. Identify the current fit: [TOO TIGHT/JUST RIGHT/TOO LOOSE]. Suggest three styling variations to improve the fit and flatter the user’s current body shape. Provide links to similar items available online in the user’s preferred price range: [PRICE RANGE].”

Remember to tailor [USER’S STYLE PREFERENCES] throughout the protocol based on their stated aesthetic, lifestyle, and personal goals.