My DD, 11, is autistic and very sensitive to clothes. I’ve realised we’ve reached a point where she really doesn’t have any smarter outfits for if we’re going somewhere nice. I’m thinking a smarter outfit for a bit of an occasion, Christmas dos, or similar. Not super smart like a wedding.
I’m finding her current age very difficult to shop for as she’s tall so in the teen ranges, but her style is not teen style. She won’t wear jeans or anything denim. She hates anything too fitted around her middle, so dresses are difficult unless completely A Line from the bust. Tights are a huge no. She lives in leggings and T-shirts but plain cotton, if they are embellished they are a big no.
I’m fine with her wearing just a slightly smarter version of leggings and top, but where do you get good, smart leggings that aren’t covered in sequins or something for a tall 11 year old? She’s too tall for the M&S leggings now which were always my go to. But she’s not really the right shape for moving into small women’s sizes. She used to like jumpsuits but they’ve got a bit fancy now and don’t seem as popular in the shops.
Any suggestions would be gratefully received.