A North Carolina school system's had proposed to ban skinny jeans and other tight pants like leggings, this has drawn a flood of opposition from students and parents.

The New Hanover County school system recently circulated the proposed revisions to its student dress code, which already prohibits short dresses, short skirts and shorts.

"Excessively tight fitting pants" should be banned unless they're covered by a top or a dress that "shall cover the posterior area in its entirety," according to the proposal, which received preliminary approval at the board's April meeting.

School Board Vice Chairwoman Jeannette Nichols said, the proposal was developed after some "bigger girls" were being bullied because of their tight jeans.

Chris Furner, a parent of a first-grade student at Parsley Elementary School, told the Star News of Wilmington that although parents are concerned about the issue of bullying, changing the dress code might not be the best way to address the situation.

"From my perspective, telling people that they can't wear something because they are being bullied takes away the choice from them," he said. "They could have the choice to change their clothes if that is the case."

Furner said the focus could be placed on teaching students how to interact with one another.

In a sentiment echoed by some students and parents, school board member Lisa Estep added: "Instead of spending time judging students for what they wear, how about we just worry about helping our students learn?"

- Mayuka.