Girlguiding redesigns uniforms to put focus on ‘self-expression and confidence’
A recent Girlguiding consultation of 55,000 girls and women found there was a desire for more modern design features such as hidden pockets. Photograph: Emily Stein/PAView image in fullscreenA recent Girlguiding consultation of 55,000 girls and women found there was a desire for more modern design features such as hidden pockets. A total of 41% said strict school uniform rules stopped them from doing so.Girlguiding is open to girls aged four to 18.
- ▪A recent Girlguiding consultation of 55,000 girls and women found there was a desire for more modern design features such as hidden pockets.
- ▪Photograph: Emily Stein/PAView image in fullscreenA recent Girlguiding consultation of 55,000 girls and women found there was a desire for more modern design features such as hidden pockets.
- ▪A total of 41% said strict school uniform rules stopped them from doing so.Girlguiding is open to girls aged four to 18.
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- ▪ Girlguiding unveils first major uniform redesign since 1990 — BBC News — UK
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A recent Girlguiding consultation of 55,000 girls and women found there was a desire for more modern design features such as hidden pockets. Photograph: Emily Stein/PAView image in fullscreenA recent Girlguiding consultation of 55,000 girls and women found there was a desire for more modern design features such as hidden pockets. Photograph: Emily Stein/PAGuidesGirlguiding redesigns uniforms to put focus on ‘self-expression and confidence’Relaxed rules mean members only have to wear a top to meetings and activities after extensive feedbackBethan McKernanMon 27 Jul 2026 01.00 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleGirlguiding has fully redesigned its uniform across all groups for the first time in more than 30 years, with a focus on “self-expression, belonging and confidence”.The new range,…
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