The Struggle Is Real: 15 Comics That Perfectly Capture Womanhood’s Madness

Being a woman is not a neat, predictable stroll through life—it’s a winding, obstacle-filled road trip where the GPS keeps recalculating. One moment you’re on top of your game, the next you’re hiding in the bathroom wondering why your eyeliner betrayed you halfway through the day. And yet, there’s beauty in this chaos: the shared stories, the inside jokes, and the small absurdities that make us feel like we’re all in on the same secret.

These comics get it. They don’t just capture moments; they expose the truth we’ve all silently nodded to. From tragic haircuts to dangerous “quick” shopping trips, here are the most hilariously relatable slices of womanhood—served with a wink.

1. Lingerie Dreams vs. Tank Top Reality

No matter how pretty the lace is, the comfy, worn-out tank top always wins because it understands you better than underwire ever will.

Somewhere in your dresser lies a lace set that could make a Victoria’s Secret model nod in approval. You bought it imagining candlelight, soft music, maybe a scene straight out of a romantic drama. Fast forward to reality: you’re home after work, hair in a messy bun, and your hand goes straight to that worn-out, perfectly soft tank top you’ve had since your freshman year. Sure, it’s faded, and yes, there might be a hole near the hem, but it’s loyal. That lace bra? It’s pretty… but also a medieval torture device. Comfort is the real seduction.

And if you think these comics are funny, wait until you see this video—it’s like someone secretly filmed your life and turned it into a cartoon.

2. From Pads to Perfume – The Beauty Aisle Black Hole

You walk in for one thing, but somehow leave the store with a bag full of everything you didn’t plan to buy—and maybe the original item buried somewhere inside.

You walk into the store on a mission: one box of pads, in and out. But then you “just glance” at the beauty aisle. Next thing you know, your basket is a treasure chest: a contour stick you’ll use twice, a “miracle” serum promising the glow of an angel, under-eye patches for those Monday mornings, and a mini perfume you bought because it smelled like vacation. The pads are there somewhere—probably under the 12 other things you didn’t plan to buy. This is not shopping. This is a retail wormhole.

3. The Purse: A Portable Time Capsule

Deep inside every woman’s bag lies a chaotic treasure trove of forgotten receipts, half-used lip balms, and snacks of questionable age.

They say you can tell a lot about a woman from her purse. If that’s true, mine says I’ve been carrying around the same movie ticket stubs since 2019. Inside, you’ll find three lip balms (none in the right shade), a hair tie that’s lost its elasticity, and a granola bar that’s either a snack or a science experiment. Purses are not just accessories—they’re archaeological sites.

4. Selfie Perfection vs. His Camera Crimes

Hand your partner the camera, and somehow they’ll always capture you mid-blink, mid-chew, or mid-regret—never your good side.

You’ve perfected your selfie game: good lighting, flattering angles, the right tilt of your chin. Then you hand your phone to him. How, in the name of all that is photogenic, does he capture the one microsecond where you’re mid-blink, mid-chew, and somehow look like you just heard bad news? Meanwhile, his “candid” shots look like magazine covers. It’s not fair. It’s not even science—it’s sabotage.

5. Online Shopping Spirals

“Just one item” online quickly becomes a 19-item cart, and you have no idea how that llama-shaped planter got in there.

You open your laptop to buy one thing: a bath mat. Just one. Twenty minutes later, your cart is a fever dream of randomness—a dog bandana (you don’t own a dog), an LED desk lamp, a mug set, a silk pillowcase, and a plant pot shaped like a llama. The bath mat? Still there, but now it’s part of a 19-item checkout. Somewhere between “Add to Cart” and “Place Order,” you entered another dimension.

6. Closet Cleanouts and Identity Crises

Organizing your wardrobe often turns into an emotional rollercoaster filled with nostalgia, regret, and a pile of clothes you can’t let go of.

Cleaning out your closet sounds productive—until you’re sitting on the floor surrounded by old band tees, high school hoodies, and six nearly identical black dresses. Each item is a memory: that shirt you wore to your first job interview, that dress you swore you’d fit into again. You try to be ruthless, but sentimentality wins. Eventually, most of it ends up right back in the closet, because deep down, you’re not just sorting clothes—you’re sorting pieces of yourself.

If you’ve ever worn a skirt and thought, “This is cute… but also pure chaos,” you’ll relate 100% to this video.

7. Tiny Pimple, Big Drama

A tiny pimple can go from harmless to a week-long emotional crisis once you start poking at it.

It starts small. Barely noticeable. Then you touch it. Then you pick it. Then you examine it under a magnifying mirror like it’s a crime scene. Within 24 hours, it’s red, angry, and taking center stage on your face. You pile on concealer, but now it’s screaming, “Look at me!” at everyone you meet. Suddenly, your entire mood for the week revolves around one clogged pore.

8. Haircut Miscommunication

Asking for “just a trim” can mysteriously result in a haircut that screams “new life, new me”—whether you wanted it or not.

You asked for a trim. Just a tiny dusting of the ends. But when the stylist spins you around, you’re staring at a new person in the mirror. Your hair is shorter, your ears are exposed, and you’re wondering if you should start wearing hats. You smile politely, but inside you’re chanting, It’ll grow back. It’ll grow back.

Men will never understand the emotional rollercoaster behind “just fixing our hair”—but this video comes close.

9. The Glorious After-Dinner Button Pop

Popping open that top button after a big meal is the truest sign of pure, unfiltered satisfaction.

The true sign of a satisfying meal? Not dessert. Not coffee. It’s the moment you lean back in your chair and discreetly pop open that top jean button. Ahhh. The relief floods your body. Stretchy pants, here we come. This isn’t just comfort—it’s liberation.

10. Karaoke Confidence Overload

One chorus at karaoke is all it takes to transform you from shy singer to full-blown pop diva—until your voice cracks.

You start shy, clutching the microphone like it’s a fragile bird. But then the chorus drops, and suddenly you’re Mariah Carey at Madison Square Garden, pointing to imaginary fans, eyes closed, feeling the music. And just when you hit that high note with your whole chest… your voice cracks, and someone records it. Congrats—you’re going viral in the group chat.

11. The ‘I’m Not Hungry’ Trap

Saying “I’m not hungry” at the start of a meal almost always ends with you stealing half of his fries.

You say it with confidence: “Just coffee for me, thanks.” Then his fries arrive. You take one, then another, then half the plate. His burger? Now it’s art. Lesson: “I’m not hungry” is a lie we tell ourselves until the food hits the table.

12. The Myth of Shampoo-Commercial Hair

Shampoo commercials promise goddess hair, but in reality, you’re left with limp strands and clumps drying in weird directions.

Those commercials show women flipping wet hair like shimmering silk. You try it, and instead of goddess waves, you get limp, tangly clumps that dry in awkward directions. You wanted mermaid; you got swamp creature.

13. Workouts That Become Cleaning Marathons

A planned home workout can easily turn into a deep-cleaning marathon the moment you notice the dusty baseboards.

You start with lunges. Then you notice dust on the baseboards. Then you’re vacuuming under the couch, wiping windows, reorganizing the pantry. Three hours later, you’re sweaty—but it’s from scrubbing, not squats. Does it count? Honestly, yes.

14. Online Dress Disasters

That dreamy online dress often arrives looking less like “runway chic” and more like “accidental pajama set.”

It looked ethereal online—floaty fabric, flattering cut, dreamy color. On you? Wrinkled, clingy in the wrong places, and suspiciously like pajamas. Returning it feels like too much effort, so it becomes a “maybe someday” dress that will live in your closet forever.

15. The Summer Body Plan That Pizza Won

When life gives you the choice between a strict fitness plan and pizza with extra cheese, self-love (and cheese) almost always wins.

Every year, you start strong: meal prep, gym sessions, motivational quotes. Then a friend says, “Pizza night?” and the rest is history. Extra cheese, please. Because at the end of the day, loving yourself with a slice in hand feels way better than counting calories.

Conclusion – Embracing the Chaos With a Smile

Being a woman isn’t about perfect hair, flawless skin, or owning the right wardrobe—it’s about rolling with the mess, laughing at the disasters, and collecting stories along the way. These comics aren’t just funny—they’re snapshots of a shared experience, proof that we’re all just figuring it out as we go. So wear the tank top, pop that button, order the pizza, and sing like no one’s recording (even if they are). Because this is real life—and it’s hilarious.