Over the past few years I had thought that the fashion community had come under scrutiny following uproar about size zero models, debates about ethical trading and a general conclusion that the industry is putting undue pressure on young girls (and boys) to be a certain way.
"What girls doesn't want to wear her mum's shoes?"
A quote from a recent article I read promoting the launch of Roger Vivier's Jeune Fille collection - a mini replication his range of ballerina pumps for adults. You might ask what is such the big problem, there's no harm done in ballet pumps right? Well no - but it's the principle that counts. Just like the quote, its the encouragement of young girls to be like women - grow-up. And with the launch of DVF's girls range for Gap (that many women are coveting), the line between childhood and womanhood seems to be getting ever blurred.
When will children be given the freedom to grow up at their own pace? They are facing more complex issues each day; divorce, caring for the sick, abuse, bullying, gang crime - all sorts. Will there ever be an age when kids can just be kids?
Let me know what you think!!
Great post! It's very hard for kids to be kids these days but I think there is hope in the fact that with strong foundations, parents/friends/mentors can create the environment where a child can enjoy their childhood for as long as possible. At this point there is a possibility for the chain to carry on.
ReplyDeleteYou are so right, it's the environment in which a child is brought up in. I'm reading at the moment how children learn a sense of entitlement which helps them progress better in the world. The sad thing, is if adults don't have this knowledge themselves then obviously this won't be shared. Thanks for your comments!
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