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We’ve all been teenagers and we know it’s a challenging time. Teenagers are at a point in their lives when they begin to see the world around them differently. All of them, but girls especially, are into experimenting with clothes and looking for pieces that will make them feel unique and let them express themselves in a way they feel most comfortable in.
As their body develops, teen girls tend to focus more on their physical appearance rather than anything else. If your daughter is having any insecurities about her looks, as a parent, you should try to help her overcome those issues. Social media carries the risk of cyberbullying and feeling left out, and unfortunately, it can have a negative impact on the mental health of teenage girls.
It’s important to help her recognise that dressing to feel desirable is a legitimate expression as long as she is not motivated by pressure to conform to narrow ideals. However, keep in mind that sometimes teen girls simply like experimenting with their look, so your daughter might be only trying out a new look and building an independent sense of self by trying teen girl tops, dresses, jeans or other trendy outfits.
Help Your Teen Daughter Build Her Wardrobe
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When a child is born, new parents need tips for buying baby clothes that tick all boxes, but when it comes to buying teenage clothes, parents need to allow their teens some freedom and talk to them about what types of clothes they like. Teenagers navigate social trends and explore their identity, so you need to show them you care about their world and their clothing choices.
Teenage Wardrobe Staples
Girl Tops
We all know clothes are more than just about looks and can be a big part of the transition from childhood to adolescence. Let your daughter choose teen girl tops or any other clothing she likes, so you can see what she prefers. But also, give her an opportunity to learn to make decisions and handle new responsibilities.
She can pick anything from casual tanks to trendy t-shirts, button-downs and more of the latest teenage girl tops. You can help her discover the perfect look for every occasion, so she can keep it light and breezy with a casual tank or add a chic touch with a shirred top. When the weather gets colder, she can cosy up with a soft and stylish long sleeve top or add a polished touch to her look with a button-down.
You can help her find the right girls tops whether she needs them for school or the weekends, without controlling her clothing decisions. It’s important to give your teen girl room to feel comfortable in her skin wearing what she feels good in. Instead of saying “no” to her decisions, try to set parameters and open the discussion.
Jeans and Pants
Despite fashion changing with time, jeans are always in. That’s because they are cosy and fancy pieces f clothing and these days many different styles are popular for teen girls, including wide-leg jeans, crop jeans, super high jeans and more. Ripped jeans keep coming back to the fashion scene, so don’t be surprised if your daughter picks a pair. Many teenage girls like wearing jeans or pants as it makes them feel more comfortable and confident, too.
Dresses
By the age of 16, every girl should have at least one dress in her wardrobe. Very often, teenage girls opt for printed dresses as they are great for various occasions, so they can style their dress with everyday sneakers and wear a hoodie over it or style it with a pair of kitten heels and accessorise it with dainty jewellery.
Choosing the Right Material is Important. But Why?
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When it comes to their age, it’s important they choose quality clothing, made of breathable material that allows air to circulate easily. Puberty is the time when sweat glands become more active and the body produces more hormones.
While sweating is a natural part of puberty, it’s stressful for teenagers and many of them find it embarrassing. That’s why it’s important to let your daughter know that it’s a normal thing and happens to everyone, however, if she likes to feel more comfortable, choosing clothes made of natural fibres, like cotton, might help.
As parents, we want our children to look good and feel comfortable in what they are wearing, but as they get older, they have their own opinions and the most important thing we can do is talk about their fashion choices without body shaming. It’s important to let them develop their own style and we can try and learn what they like and don’t like and why.
Our children live in a world of social media platforms, such as TikTok, Instagram, Pinterest and Snapchat and grow up with the risk of cyberbullying, which can consequently have a negative impact on their mental health. Trying to understand their world can mean a lot to your teenager and they can feel like they can talk to you openly about different subjects and trust you.
It’s always a good idea to buy clothes together with your teen daughter. Even online shopping can turn into a quality bonding time and become a mother-daughter thing that the both of you will enjoy and have fun.
