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Sky asked in Family & RelationshipsFamily · 6 years ago

Why is my little sister is an is an embarrassment to me?

my parents are abroad for the next 3 months it's already past three weeks so my 13 year old little sister Dylan is staying at my house I am a 27 year old guy and

I don't like the way she dresses she dresses inappropriately and she wears shorts that barely cover her but I am embarrassed to go in public with her when I'm going to a friend's house or anything she wears shorts and crop tops ! I told her that she needs to dress more appropriately but she told me that Mom and Dad allow her to dress that way so I called my mom and dad and they said that they are okay for her to dress that way! But if don't like it and I'm embarrassed I can tell her what to wear! I am okay for her to wear shorts a bit above the knee and tank tops but I don't like the crop tops I don't like that all of her stomach is showing out! I tried talking to her but she said that she doesn't care about my opinion! how do I make her dress the way that I say?!

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  • 6 years ago
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    Not to harp on your parents, but this is an issue the parents have created. I can understand your embarrassment and I'm sure your friends are thinking the same thing! Once girls reach teenage years, it's important for them to carry themselves in a way that doesn't invite negative attention. Unfortunately, your sister doesn't know that her dress is provocative and suggestive (even at only 13!)-and I hate saying that, because she is SO young, not only are there creeps out there, but even boys her age won't be able to control their hormones around her if she keeps dressing like that. She's at the age of sexual curiosity and I commend you for trying to protect her. My little cousin had her first baby at the age of 13. I would never wish that upon ANY child.

    I don't care what your parents say, at this point it's your house, your rules if she is to stay with you. I'd take all of her provocative clothes and either donate them to goodwill, sell them on ebay, or burn them and then I would take her shopping. I'd write mom and dad a nice little note about the aforementioned dangers of dressing this way and staple the receipts to this letter! haha My little brother and I are 10 years apart and I have sometimes had to put in my two cents about their lenience with him on certain issues. If parents aren't more careful with the freedom they give their children, they will create monsters! I'm not saying your little sister should wear long t-shirts and sweatpants, but her wardrobe should reflect her innocence, not feed her to prey. Little girls at this age are so vulnerable to influence and coercion. I wish you the best of luck and I would stick to YOUR rules. You are her legal guardian while her parents are away. What you says goes!

  • 6 years ago

    First I would like to commend you for taking the initiative and even caring about your little sister. Dress and grooming can be a problem when dealing with a young person especially since what is seen in the media is so revealing. Because she is your sister and you love her you are going to have to reason with her. Also practice what you preach if you say you don't think her dressing like that is appropriate then how does your lady friends dress. She needs to see that young ladies can be attractive without all of that. You have to talk to her and really develop a relationship with her you must be really responsible for your parents to feel free to leave her with you so be someone she can look up to try not to hurt her feelings but be open honest and let your expectations be made known. Taking her shopping for a few acceptable clothing would help also.This is something I read I hope it helps when you: The Bible advises women to adorn themselves “with modesty and soundness of mind.”—1 Timothy 2:9, 10.

    The word “modesty” might make you worry. ‘Do I have to wear a sack?’ you may wonder. Not at all! In this context, modesty means that your clothes show you have self-respect and consideration for others’ feelings. (2 Corinthians 6:3) A wide variety of clothing fits those criteria. “It might be challenging,” says Danielle, 23, “but you can be fashionable without wearing extreme styles.” This is from the book Questions Young People Ask Answers that Work Volume 1 JW.org

  • 6 years ago

    Once upon a time I too thought my little siblings were embarrassments to. Butts now I'm not able to see him anymore because they will the play Mom and I was a flight that and I regret every day not being able to see them and not appreciating on when I could. Just remember part of you does love your sister no matter how much it seems you hate her at times. Tell her this story maybe she'll relies how important you are too her (and she is to you) maybe she respect your opinion more.

  • 6 years ago

    Okay lol so I'm around ur sisters age and trust me I know how it is. All the girls my age dress like this. There Is two reasons why she chooses to.

    1. She wants guys to be lookin at her

    2.She wants to fit in with girls that want guys to look at them

    Honestly there isn't really anything you can do to change it. However, it's just a faze. telling her to stop doing it is only gonna make her annoyed of you so I'm sorry, you'll just have to wait this one out lol

    My advice is get a gun , she'll be bringing boys home soon

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    Lv 7
    6 years ago

    You are really having a problem with your sister while parents are gone. What happened to the advise you got before just in one ear and out the other? Your home your rules

    Force her to change or she just doesn't go out. She will get real hungry if she misses dinner a few times. Make her dress appropriately in your home it is your house your rules if she refuses put a bathrobe on her. You must be much bigger than she. Be foreceful.

  • ?
    Lv 5
    6 years ago

    Sorry for you. Your parents stuck you with a very difficult situation and you are wonderful to take her in so they can go on vacation.

    Just hold your nose and get through the 3 months. Sounds like a typical suburban teenager: Ugh.

    Since you have already checked with your parents about her dress, just don't go with her to any establishment requiring people to dress with better taste. If she asks why you don't take her to such a place, just explain that you love her -- but her appearance is embarassing for you.

    Next time parents ask, say "No can do."

  • ?
    Lv 5
    6 years ago

    Being an older sibling you can't let your youngest sister talk you like that you need set some structure and boundaries , Spoiled generation kids these days has zero respect for anybody anymore i don't understand them , As a 26 year old who has a younger sibling i completely understand how you feel .

  • ?
    Lv 7
    6 years ago

    The thing is, you can't. She's your sister. Not your daughter.

    It's up to her parents, not you. If they're okay with it, you have no choice but to accept it I'm afraid.

    Understandable that you don't like it or don't approve. But remember she's still your sister and she's just a kid. Don't be embarrassed of her. Be her big brother - love her and be there for her always, however she chooses to dress.

  • 6 years ago

    First off I think your parents are being selfish when you have kids that age you 1don't go on vacation that long or go anywhere that long without your kid in less your sick going rehab or if your taking care of ill family member... so first off just want say for your parents going on vacation that long with 13yr old making their sibling of 27 watch them 3months is wrong in first place.

    So I am sorry you were put in this .As your getting.your life started dating life possibly collage etc.Your sister really effecting your life by. Being imporate. I don't blame you for not liking thoue outfits. Their not appropriate. I am shocked school a low it. If they don't. I would say can't wear school you can't wear it to go out..if she can't dress aproate.

    Most likely she thinks she needs dress that way because she thinks in her fantasy mind she going run into one of your friend they will wait for her in till she 16or 18not sure consent age in your state...

    But could be what's her thinking

  • 6 years ago

    It's the style of today, while I whether skinny or fat would only wear that attire to the beach and when it hot, some like it at anytime, but let her know, that boy do judge females on how they carry them self and the message she's sending isn't what she might mean to send, but.if she does, she just does she also has the right to put what she desires on and make her own desicions.

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