Helping Your Teen Discover Their Personal Style 

Everyone remembers just how difficult the teenage years are as you navigate so many physical, emotional, and social changes. This is a time when children start to become independent and will want to discover their own personal style. This can be difficult, so there are a few things you can do as a parent to support them during this time.

Encouraging self-expression through fashion

Finding your personal style always begins with experimentation – we all had haircuts and clothes that we don’t like to look back on! You want to encourage your teen to experiment with different styles as a form of self-expression so that they can find what works for them. Fashion can serve as a medium for teens to convey their personality, which can help them build self-confidence.

Understanding current trends and influences

Of course, fashion trends come and go and are often cyclical, such as the recent resurgence of 90s and Y2K styles. In addition to this, these days, social media influencers and celebrities have a huge bearing on shaping these trends. You want to familiarise yourself with some of the latest trends so that you can help your teen pick out items that are current and reflect their own personal style. 

Incorporating personal grooming into style

You should not forget that personal grooming plays a major role in personal style, but this is a new area for teens to navigate. Therefore, you want to teach them personal grooming, such as good skincare for kids routines, that can help them look and feel their best. Establishing good hygiene and personal grooming habits early can enhance their appearance and self-confidence. Teens can sometimes find bringing up the topic of personal grooming difficult or awkward, so you may need to offer to help them. 

Building a versatile wardrobe on a budget

Another challenge when it comes to teens finding their personal style is money. Buying new clothing can cost a fortune, plus they are likely to outgrow items or change their style multiple times! A great way to make savings while purchasing stylish and high-quality items is with online second-hand marketplaces. Platforms like Vinted and Depop allow your teen to buy stylish clothing for much less, plus they can find interesting and vintage pieces that differ from the typical fast fashion brands that everyone else will be wearing. Buying second-hand is also sustainable, which many teens will feel passionate about. 

It can be tough as a teenager as you are experiencing so much change and trying to find out who you are. Every teen will want to find their personal style, which can take some experimenting, so you will want to support them during this journey as a parent. The advice in this post should help you support your teen and help them find a style that resonates with them and helps them look and feel their best. 

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