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Trainer pants ban at Lucerne schools: young people react outraged!
On September 30, 2025, schools in Lucerne will discuss strict dress codes. Reactions from students, teachers and experts are highlighted.
Trainer pants ban at Lucerne schools: young people react outraged!
More and more schools in Switzerland are considering introducing stricter dress codes. A current example of this is the Wasgenring secondary school, which has set clear guidelines for the outfits of its students. We are talking about a ban on “chill sports clothing”, very short or tight-fitting clothing, as well as swimwear and sportswear. Lucerne newspaper reports that the President of the Association of Swiss Headmasters, Thomas Minder, is open about the clothing issues.
But how do young people react to such requirements? Opinions are divided. Many students perceive the pressure to conform to these rules as a symbolic restriction on their freedom. Individual voices express that clothing is an expression of one's own personality. One student comments that you are not allowed to wear trainer pants during training anyway, which raises the question of why such rules are necessary.
Clothing as an expression of individuality
The debate over the dress code shows that it's not just about cleanliness and appropriateness. How SRF emphasizes, there are clear requirements that students are not allowed to dress in a “lazy” style. Styling consultant Luisa Rossi also comments on the strict rules and sees something positive about the regulations. She sees the rules as helpful instructions.
The discussion about the dress code also raises the possibility that teachers will have to take on additional tasks, such as measuring skirts and shirts. Deutschlandfunk notes that in times of teacher shortages this is rather unrealistic.
An appeal for more dialogue
A key point that should not be forgotten in the discussion is the involvement of students in the rule-making process. The Federal Student Conference suggests that the rules should be developed together in order to increase acceptance. Finally, a dress code could also serve to prevent bullying and promote greater equality among students. Nevertheless, concerns remain that social differences and branded clothing will remain visible, regularly re-igniting the debate.
It remains to be seen how this topic will develop further. While some see clear rules as necessary, there are also many who want freedom in their choice of clothing. The dialogue about this is important and the opinions of young people should definitely be heard.