Author Defends Allowing Teenager to Wear Makeup to School

Columnist Bryony Gordon has publicly defended her decision to permit her 13-year-old daughter to wear makeup to school, asserting that it does not indicate poor parenting. Gordon shared her perspective in a recent television appearance, where she discussed her daughter's desire to use makeup.

Gordon drew a contrast with her own adolescence, noting that at her daughter's age, she was engaged in activities such as drinking and smoking. She expressed contentment if her daughter's only indulgence is wearing blusher. Gordon's remarks also touched upon the public persona of the Beckham family, suggesting that Victoria Beckham's recent television comments on the matter served to promote her brand.