My short shorts

Why does it irk me when my bf tries to readjust my shorts for me? He says he's okay with me wearing cheeky shorts for things like an acting role because I'd be surrounded by professionals, but doesn't want me to be seen like that "in public" where I wouldn't be as safe(which is kinda silly because there are plenty of unsafe situations in the entertainment industry). I feel petty for being annoyed by it, because I know I shouldn't look too cheeky in public, but I argue that people tell me all the time I shouldn't feel safe walking alone at night regardless. I feel like as long as I'm a woman, society will tell me to be afraid, be dependent, and change something about myself if I know what's good for me.

Am I an idiot for feeling this way? Is it just my depression acting up? I know he just wants me safe, but I feel like walking on eggshells is just wearing on my self-esteem.