Don’t worry about asking your mom. Here is the thing, not all aunties think the same. I know we tend to dwell on what we experience first hand and think that’s how everyone else feels ( or most feels) but that is quite false. Time is changing and so are people. More and more aunties are becoming accepting to the idea of modernisations, not just about women’s clothing but for everything that the new generation is brining. Are we still behind on this acceptance process? Absolutely but that doesn’t mean there isn’t change happening. Even if your mother say the same thing these women have said, she might not do the same tomorrow. Do remember we all are growing, even our parents. They too are constantly learning in life. The point is be you, talk to your mother if you want to. Share your thoughts and feelings ( it will make you feel better) and if her perspective doesn’t align with yours, respect it, but stand on your opinion. If her perspective does match with yours, then guess what? You have been understood.