At what age did your mom let you choose your own outfit every day?

My mom still lays out what I wear every day even though I’m perfectly capable of making my own choices.
But I’m wondering how some older women remember from their childhood, when it was that they were allowed to choose their own outfit.

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Stephie · 22-25, F

I must have been around 11 or 12 when we had a chat with my mom about the appropriate dress code for each occasion. At home, I was free to wear about anything I wanted.

Going out with friends, I was also relatively free but my mom made sure that I was always properly dressed for the occasion and not too much skin showing by fear that I would be catcalled.

I always appreciated the tips and suggestions my mom gave me and she realized that she could trust me with my way of dressing when I approached her to ask for advice.

I have a great mom (and a great dad as well). They gave me more freedom than I expected and I always made sure that I did not disappoint them.