Fussy with clothes

Hi All,

Looking for some advice - my 4 year old son is really fussy what he wears, does not like buttons on trousers, light coloured clothing etc. Problem is, I have my brothers wedding in 2 months time, and he was supposed to wear a kilt lol. not a chance, so I bought him a suit, I can get him to wear the trousers, but not the shirt.

Is there any magic trick anyone knows? Bribery does not work with my son unfortunately. I have resigned myself to the fact that he will probably be wearing a dark shirt and the trousers, but would love him to wear the suit. 

Is this normal for kids on the spectrum? and if so, how can I help him overcome it. Starting to wonder how on earth Ii will get him into a school uniform next year!!

Christine

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  • Hi - yes I think it's quite common.  My son will only where a shirt/tie when it's to his advantage, such as gaining him entry to a place where he can get a good meal.   Unfortunately your son isn't open to bribery.

     I think you should let him where his shirt + trousers.   Life could be very difficult otherwise.  It's more important that you all enjoy the day.

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  • Hi - yes I think it's quite common.  My son will only where a shirt/tie when it's to his advantage, such as gaining him entry to a place where he can get a good meal.   Unfortunately your son isn't open to bribery.

     I think you should let him where his shirt + trousers.   Life could be very difficult otherwise.  It's more important that you all enjoy the day.

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