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Fussy with clothes

christine

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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  • Ah, when did I last wear a tie or a proper shirt?  It must be over a year ago now.  By a "proper shirt" I mean a vaguely formal one with buttons all the way up the front and a collar, not long sleeves and cuffs though as they drive me nuts.

    I've always been very fussy with clothes and think that it is part of being on the spectrum.  I wouldn't try to fully overcome it but it is helpful to be able to wear a suit and tie when needed etc.  I tend to wear a short-sleeved shirt under a jacket when I have to wear a suit, which I find more comfortable but still looks fairly smart.

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  • Ah, when did I last wear a tie or a proper shirt?  It must be over a year ago now.  By a "proper shirt" I mean a vaguely formal one with buttons all the way up the front and a collar, not long sleeves and cuffs though as they drive me nuts.

    I've always been very fussy with clothes and think that it is part of being on the spectrum.  I wouldn't try to fully overcome it but it is helpful to be able to wear a suit and tie when needed etc.  I tend to wear a short-sleeved shirt under a jacket when I have to wear a suit, which I find more comfortable but still looks fairly smart.

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