When it comes to clothing, how tight is “tight”?

Photo illustration by Randy Collier

Prophets have counseled us, “Immodest clothing is any clothing that is tight, sheer, or revealing in any other manner” (For the Strength of Youth [2011], 7). What does “tight” mean? Do all clothes have to be loose-fitting?

As Elder David A. Bednar has said, you may need to “elevate the question.” Instead, you might ask, “What signal do I want to send to God through how I dress?” Elder Bednar also reminded us that as baptized members of the Church of Jesus Christ, we have the right to the gift of the Holy Ghost, who can help us find answers to these questions (see “Face-to-Face with Elder and Sister Bednar,” lds.org/youth/activities).

Study the principles of modesty, sincerely desiring the blessings of following the prophets’ counsel. Talk with parents and leaders. And remember that as you seek the Spirit’s guidance and make your own choices, this same Spirit will help you allow those around you to make their own choices and receive their own answers as we all strive to keep our covenants.