• KappAhl AB published a consumer report on family clothing habits.
• The report links children’s involvement in choosing outfits to higher happiness and confidence ahead of the school term.
• 67% of pre-school and school-age children are happier when they choose their own clothes.
• 40% report stronger self-confidence when they choose their own clothes.
• Only about one in seven children select items during clothing purchases.
• Just over one in four children choose their daily outfit.
• The report flagged mixed sentiment around school start.
• 35% of children feel nervous.
• 16% feel worried.
• 12% feel stressed.

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