Dressing for your period is one of the most annoying wardrobe emergencies ever. I don’t want to admit how many times Google has had to search for “outfits to wear on your period” for me. (Spoiler alert: it’s a lot.)

Getting dressed up — or down — for your period is always this odd mix of wanting comfort but also not wanting to look like you just rolled out of bed. Between bloating and being mindful of possible leaks, it can feel impossible to find the perfect balance, especially since everyone’s bodies and period needs are different.

Last week, I shared my best tips for surviving your period, especially if you, like me, suffer from a lot of pain. This week, I’m showing you what to wear during your period.

For me, it’s easier to think of my period in stages when getting dressed to take on the world. With that in mind, check out the outfits below for a dose of functional fashion. 

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Products: Shirt – Target, Pants – Hollister, Boots – Macy’s, Socks – Nordstrom Rack, Heating Pads – Amazon, Travel Mug – Nordstrom

For some people, this may be for their lighter days — for others, this may be for those days when you’d rather be in bed but you have work to do. 

Jeggings are stretchy enough to not hurt you if you’re bloating, and black is always a safe color if you’re scared of leaks. Go for comfort with warm socks and a cozy flannel. Boots round out the outfit nicely (no need to hurt your feet with heels when you have cramps).

If you’re the type of person that has cramps that even Midol can’t soothe, my on-the-go cramp relief suggestion is portable heating pads such as these ones. They’re handy, last for 8 hours, and are disposable!