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Comparing pictures The origin of fashion A brief outline of the fashion trends of the 20th century What attitudes people have to fashion Different factors that influence the choice of clothes Typical men’s and women’s clothes Materials, Patterns and colours Design and cut Footwear Accessories, jewellery Some general expressions Questions for discussion Worksheet Writing

Look at the pictures and talk about Look at the pictures and talk about which fashion you prefer and why. which fashion you prefer and why.

Give reasons for your choiceGive reasons for your choice

Do you know anything Do you know anything about theabout the origin of origin of

fashion?fashion?

The origin of fashionThe origin of fashion Dressing has its own rich and interesting Dressing has its own rich and interesting

history. Each period has its own elements history. Each period has its own elements and other elementary kinds of styleand other elementary kinds of style

In the past people wore practical clothes In the past people wore practical clothes with the aim to protect themselves with the aim to protect themselves against cold, warm and rainagainst cold, warm and rain

Beginning of the fashion (second half of Beginning of the fashion (second half of the 19the 19thth century – start of the sewing century – start of the sewing machines) – aim was to emphasize the machines) – aim was to emphasize the woman’s and man’s beauty, to reveal woman’s and man’s beauty, to reveal parts of the body, draw attention to hair, parts of the body, draw attention to hair, face.face.

Women dress themselves differently than Women dress themselves differently than men. Old people dress differently than men. Old people dress differently than young people or teenagers. Many people young people or teenagers. Many people sympathize with known slogan which sympathize with known slogan which says: says: “Fine feathers make fine birds.”“Fine feathers make fine birds.”

Make a brief outline of the Make a brief outline of the fashion trends of the 20th fashion trends of the 20th

century. Describe the present century. Describe the present fashion trends for young fashion trends for young people. Do you know any people. Do you know any famous fashion designer / famous fashion designer /

trademarks ? trademarks ?

A brief outline of the A brief outline of the fashion trends of the 20th fashion trends of the 20th

century.century. Before the first world war Men: dark suits, short hair & moustaches. Women: long

dresses & long hair; stiff corsets - uncomfortable In the Roaring Twenties: dress & hair became much

shorter; short skirts, Corsets disappeared. A straight figure with no waist or bust was fashionable. For men, trousers with very wide legs [ called Oxford bags ] came into fashion.

In the 1930s & 1940s hair, dresses & coats became longer again. Men wore a suit, a tie & usually a hat, too. Moustaches were less popular.

In the 1950s : For men this was the age of the “teddy boy” – long jackets in very bright colours, very tight trousers. For women – jumpers & blouses with wide skirts & short socks. Both: “winkle-picker” shoes – long pointed toes [ women: high heels ].

The 1960s saw a revolution in clothes! Time of the mini-skirt * long boots; men = long hair!

In the late 1960s and early 1970s – hippy “flower-power” style was in. Women – loose maxi-dress; men – jeans, brightly coloured shirts / T-shirts, very long hair, men wore beards.

The 80s brought “punk” hairstyles & brightly coloured makeup.

90s - army style

What is your attitude to What is your attitude to fashion?fashion?

You can be indifferent ( do not care about the clothes), choosy, particular about what to wear, fashion can be a matter of the differentiation.

Clothes have an important social function. They also bring pleasure to millions of people.

They help to form geographical and historical boundaries.

Factors that influence the choice of Factors that influence the choice of clothesclothes

Different factors which have influenced the styles of clothing, such as geography, climate, poverty and wealth have played their role.

The cheap manufacture of cloth and the invention of the sewing machine brought about a revolution.

Ready made clothes have become relatively cheap and now fashionable trends are imitated all over the world. On the other hand all of this resulted in a kind of uniformity. It is hard to tell the class, profession or even sex by the form of dress.

The way we dress depends on our taste, on the season and the proper occasion.

What clothes What clothes do do people people usually wear in usually wear in

summersummer/winter/spring/winter/spring??

Men’s and women’s Men’s and women’s garmentgarment

Summer: dress, skirt, blouse, a pair of shorts, T-shirt, jeans, cropped trousers, raincoat, Bermuda shorts, swimsuit, bathing costume, bikini, hat, sunglasses,

Winter: winter coat, fur coat, scarf, gloves/mittens, thick jumpers, cardigan, sweater, pullover, trousers, boots, hats, caps, ear muffs

Spring, Autumn: raincoat, anorak, jeans, shirts, cardigans, tracksuits, jumpers, jackets

summer clothing tends to be more colourful, not from thick material, something airy, easy to wear

winter clothing – is mostly from thick material, pastel colours are used

Men´s garment: shirts, suit, jacket, dinner jacket, waistcoat, vest, tie, trousers/pants, vest, long-johns, pyjama, track suit

Women´s garment: bra, twin-set, slip, top, night dress, tights, stockings, pants, dressing gown, evening/wedding gown

Make a list of differentMake a list of different

a) a) materialsmaterialsb)b) colours colours & & patterns patterns

c) c) designdesign & & cuts cutsd) d) accessoriesaccessories & &

jewelleryjewellerye) e) footwear. footwear.

Use the dictionary if Use the dictionary if necessary.necessary.

Materials Materials

Natural materials, cotton, velvet, corduroy, denim, satin, muslin, linen, wool/woolen, silk, leather, suede, rubber, fur, man-made fabrics, nylon, acrylic, polyester, fur fabric, poly cotton

Materials can be coarse, soft, transparent/see through material, flimsy (thin)

Patterns and coloursPatterns and colours

Patternso Printed, flowered,

striped, checked, spotted, dotted, geometric, decent pattern, jazzy pattern (wild pattern), plain, non-iron, shrink resistant, washable, waterproof

Colour schemeo Bright/garish/ pastel,

navy blue, canary yellow, khaki, purple, beige, yellowish, greenish, creamy, hazel, lime, dark, pale

Design and cutDesign and cut

Length: mini/ midi/ maxi Line: classic/ straight/ A-line, Waistline: natural, high, low Neckline: with/without a collar/

round/pointed collar, high/low/oval/boat/stand-up/polo neck/ V-neck

Sleeves: with/without sleeves, short/long/ dropped/raglan sleeves, shoulder/batwing sleeves, sleeveless

Ornaments: hole, patchwork, pockets, strapless/ with straps, pleats, folds…

Gucci

FootwearFootwear

Leather/suede/hand made shoes/boots, flat/lace-ups/ walking/heavy/ outdoor/ running/ sports shoes, trainers/sneakers, plimsolls – gym shoes, ski shoes

heel, high-/ flat-heeled shoes, sole, laces, low/medium/high heeled shoes, pumps, stiletto-heeled shoes, slippers, mules, sandals, clogs, ankle/knee/high boots, Wellingtons/ rubber boots, pull on/slip on

AccessoriesAccessories, , jewelleryjewellery

Some general expressionsSome general expressions

To be in/out of fashion, become fashionable, To be in/out of fashion, become fashionable, look smart/elegant, be dressed up/in the look smart/elegant, be dressed up/in the latest/current fashionlatest/current fashion

linen/laundry, underwear, nightwear, linen/laundry, underwear, nightwear, sportswear, leisure wear, casual wear, knitwearsportswear, leisure wear, casual wear, knitwear

Ready-made clothes/made to measure clothesReady-made clothes/made to measure clothes Plain/casual/everyday/trendy/showy/stylish Plain/casual/everyday/trendy/showy/stylish

worn-out clothesworn-out clothes Grunge look, hip-hop look, ethnic lookGrunge look, hip-hop look, ethnic look Suit/fit/match/go with, loose/tight/close fittingSuit/fit/match/go with, loose/tight/close fitting Second-hand clothes/shop, outlet – shop, Second-hand clothes/shop, outlet – shop,

sale/garage sale, needlework, alter/remakesale/garage sale, needlework, alter/remake Tailor’s, dressmaker’s, clothing/footwear Tailor’s, dressmaker’s, clothing/footwear

industryindustry

Discuss with a partnerDiscuss with a partner

What type of clothing do you feel most What type of clothing do you feel most comfortable in?comfortable in?WWhhat type of shoes do you like to wear?at type of shoes do you like to wear?The most comfortable clothes for me are ……The most comfortable clothes for me are ……I also like to wear …I also like to wear …For me (sandals/boots/trainers….) are the mostFor me (sandals/boots/trainers….) are the most comfortable footwear.comfortable footwear.I dislike wearing …e.g. Wellingtons/clogs ..I dislike wearing …e.g. Wellingtons/clogs ..

Imagine you are going to the theatre. What would Imagine you are going to the theatre. What would you wear?you wear?What do you wear when you work in the garden?What do you wear when you work in the garden?

Do you judge people according to what they Do you judge people according to what they wear?wear?What does it mean: “Clothes make a man.”What does it mean: “Clothes make a man.”

Do you think clothing is expensive?Do you think clothing is expensive?What are some ways to save money on clothes?What are some ways to save money on clothes?As I see it, the cost of clothing is (high/reasonable/low) As I see it, the cost of clothing is (high/reasonable/low) One can save money by (making one´s own One can save money by (making one´s own clothes/shopping in second-hand stores/..)clothes/shopping in second-hand stores/..)

Would you like to wear a uniform at school? Why Would you like to wear a uniform at school? Why yes, why not?yes, why not?Are there any clothes you are not allowed to wear Are there any clothes you are not allowed to wear at school?at school?

Are there any colours that suits you better Are there any colours that suits you better than others? than others? Are there any colours that don´t suit you or Are there any colours that don´t suit you or that you dislike?that you dislike?The colours that suits me best are … because I The colours that suits me best are … because I have (eyes/hair/complexion..)have (eyes/hair/complexion..)A colour that doesn´t suit me at all is … A colour that doesn´t suit me at all is … Other colours I dislike are ….Other colours I dislike are ….

Is it important for you to have nice clothes?Is it important for you to have nice clothes?Does how we dress affect our success in life?Does how we dress affect our success in life?When I dress nicely, I feel ..When I dress nicely, I feel ..In certain situations, for example, … I like to wear In certain situations, for example, … I like to wear Overall, I think that our clothes (don´t ) influence Overall, I think that our clothes (don´t ) influence our success in life because …our success in life because …If we want to make a good impression, our clothes If we want to make a good impression, our clothes should be (clean/modest…)should be (clean/modest…)

Do you look at fashions in magazines or on Do you look at fashions in magazines or on TV?TV?What do you think of the latest fashions?What do you think of the latest fashions?I like/don´t like look at fashions (in magazines/on I like/don´t like look at fashions (in magazines/on TV…) because ….TV…) because ….In my opinion, today´s fashions are …..In my opinion, today´s fashions are …..I think that it´s more important to (look good/feel I think that it´s more important to (look good/feel comfortable/…) than to follow the latest fashion.comfortable/…) than to follow the latest fashion.I´m not interested in following fashions because I´m not interested in following fashions because ……

WorksheetWorksheet

1. MULTIPLE CHOICE1. MULTIPLE CHOICELook at these lists of clothes. Answer the questions:Look at these lists of clothes. Answer the questions:

1 Which one is likely to cost the least?1 Which one is likely to cost the least?a)a) a party frock a party frock b)b) an evening dress an evening dress c)c) a wedding dress a wedding dress2 Which one wouldn’t you wear at a posh dinner?2 Which one wouldn’t you wear at a posh dinner?a) a) a tuxedo a tuxedo b) b) a dinner jacketa dinner jacket c) c) a blazera blazer d) d) a leather jacketa leather jacket3 Which would you take with you on a summer evening, in case it gets cold?3 Which would you take with you on a summer evening, in case it gets cold?a) a) a cardigan a cardigan b) b) a polo-neck jumper a polo-neck jumper c) c) a sweater a sweater d) d) a pullovera pullover4 Which would a business woman be most likely to wear?4 Which would a business woman be most likely to wear?a) a) a mini skirt a mini skirt b) b) a kilt a kilt c) c) a tutu a tutu d) d) a pleated a pleated

skirtskirt5 Which would a boy wear in bed?5 Which would a boy wear in bed?a) a) a nightie a nightie b) b) pyjamas pyjamas c) c) a nightgowna nightgown6 Which might you wear in a gym?6 Which might you wear in a gym?a) a) flares flares b) b) a pair of trousers a pair of trousers c) c) designer jeans designer jeans d) d) tracksuit tracksuit

bottomsbottoms7 Which would you be unlikely to put on as soon as you get up?7 Which would you be unlikely to put on as soon as you get up?a) a) a bath robe a bath robe b) b) a dressing gown a dressing gown c) c) a raincoat a raincoat d) d) underwearunderwear

A A B B CCheel heel solesoletoe toe laceslacespolish polish shirt shirt silk scarfsilk scarfearrings earrings glovesgloveshandbag handbag trouserstrousers hathatbra bra stockingsstockingsknickersknickers jacketjacket suspender beltsuspender belttights tights collarcollarcuff cuff accessories accessories buttonsbuttonscrease crease cufflinkscufflinkssleevesleeve lingerie lingerie lapellapelpocket pocket liningliningbuttonhole buttonhole shoes shoes seamseambelt belt zipzipbuckle buckle flaresflaresturn-ups turn-ups bracesbraces

2. MATCH THE WORDS2. MATCH THE WORDSMatch the list of words in columns A and C to the correct heading in Match the list of words in columns A and C to the correct heading in column B, as shown in the example:column B, as shown in the example:

3. READ AND MATCH3. READ AND MATCHWhich of the words in the list below would you use to describe Which of the words in the list below would you use to describe the dress sense of the people described in a – e:the dress sense of the people described in a – e:

fashionable smart casual over-dressed flamboyant trendy stylish elegant

scruffy

a.a. Claire is eighteen. She lives to shop. She spends ages going round Claire is eighteen. She lives to shop. She spends ages going round shops buying clothes – not just high street shops, but second hand shops buying clothes – not just high street shops, but second hand shops too.shops too.She likes people to notice what she’s wearing at parties and clubs, no She likes people to notice what she’s wearing at parties and clubs, no matter whether she’s wearing the latest fashion or something she’s matter whether she’s wearing the latest fashion or something she’s created herself.created herself.

b.b. As she walked down the stairs in the Yves St Laurent evening dress, As she walked down the stairs in the Yves St Laurent evening dress, everybody turned to look at her. She looked like a princess.everybody turned to look at her. She looked like a princess.

cc.. Working in the City, as I do, it is important to make the right Working in the City, as I do, it is important to make the right impression on clients. I buy my suits from Saville Row and my ties are impression on clients. I buy my suits from Saville Row and my ties are specially imported from Italy.specially imported from Italy.

d.d. Fifi la Roux wore the most outrageous costume you have ever seen. Fifi la Roux wore the most outrageous costume you have ever seen. Gold-coloured high-heeled boots, silver flares and a tuxedo covered Gold-coloured high-heeled boots, silver flares and a tuxedo covered in glitter. It was an amazing sight, but then it was his fiftieth birthday!in glitter. It was an amazing sight, but then it was his fiftieth birthday!

e.e. At weekends, I tend to wear an old t-shirt and a pair of baggy jeans At weekends, I tend to wear an old t-shirt and a pair of baggy jeans with holes in them.with holes in them.

4. CLOTHES AND IDIOMS4. CLOTHES AND IDIOMSThere are many idioms in English connected to clothes. Match There are many idioms in English connected to clothes. Match the idioms in italics with their definitions from the table below:the idioms in italics with their definitions from the table below:

a.a. If we are going to finish all these dishes, we are going to have to roll If we are going to finish all these dishes, we are going to have to roll up our sleeves and get going.up our sleeves and get going.

b.b. If you don’t button your lip you’re going to get into trouble.If you don’t button your lip you’re going to get into trouble.c.c. After living on the street for six months, he looked very down at heel.After living on the street for six months, he looked very down at heel.d.d. He’s amazing. He made that speech off the cuff – no notes or He’s amazing. He made that speech off the cuff – no notes or

anything!anything!e.e. John was drunk and kept saying stupid things at the dinner table. I John was drunk and kept saying stupid things at the dinner table. I

could see his wife was getting very hot under the collar. I thought she could see his wife was getting very hot under the collar. I thought she was going to shout at him.was going to shout at him.

f.f. Sally refuses to toe the line. Every time I tell her to do something, she Sally refuses to toe the line. Every time I tell her to do something, she just walks off.just walks off.

g.g. Don’t worry. It’ll be OK. Every cloud has a silver lining.Don’t worry. It’ll be OK. Every cloud has a silver lining.

Definitions:Definitions:shut upshut up in poor conditionin poor condition angryangry work hardwork hard

obey / do as you obey / do as you are toldare told

without without preparationpreparation

look on the bright sidelook on the bright side

5. FILL THE GAPS5. FILL THE GAPSComplete the text with the verbs below, using the correct Complete the text with the verbs below, using the correct tense:tense:

dye dye snap snap darn darn fray fray

wear out wear out shrink shrink teartear

My washing machine has broken, so my brother did my washing My washing machine has broken, so my brother did my washing for me last week. It was a nightmare. He ____________my for me last week. It was a nightmare. He ____________my favourite pullover. It’s now two sizes too small. He ____________ favourite pullover. It’s now two sizes too small. He ____________ all my white shirts blue. The sleeve of my jacket is __________ – all my white shirts blue. The sleeve of my jacket is __________ – I’ll have to sew it up. There are holes in all my socks – I’ll have to I’ll have to sew it up. There are holes in all my socks – I’ll have to __________ them. The collars and cuffs of my best shirt are __________ them. The collars and cuffs of my best shirt are ___________ at the edges – there are threads of cotton hanging ___________ at the edges – there are threads of cotton hanging from them. And the zip on my new jeans has ___________. Now from them. And the zip on my new jeans has ___________. Now that my old jeans have __________ too, and I’ve had to throw that my old jeans have __________ too, and I’ve had to throw them away, I’ve got no trousers to wear. I’m going to kill my them away, I’ve got no trousers to wear. I’m going to kill my brother when I see him!brother when I see him!

6. CLOTHES AND FASHION DICTIONARY QUIZ6. CLOTHES AND FASHION DICTIONARY QUIZ

1.1. What’s the difference between a What’s the difference between a clothes lineclothes line and a and a clothes horse clothes horse ??

2.2. What do you use a What do you use a clothes pegclothes peg for?for?3.3. What does a What does a plain clothesplain clothes policeman policeman

not wear?not wear?4.4. What do you put in a What do you put in a clothes basket clothes basket ??5.5. How is How is clothingclothing different from different from

clothesclothes ??6.6. If you are a If you are a fashion victimfashion victim, is it a good , is it a good

thing or a bad thing?thing or a bad thing?7.7. If you repeat something If you repeat something parrot-parrot-

fashionfashion, what does it mean?, what does it mean?8.8. What does a What does a fashion housefashion house do?do?9.9. What’s the opposite of What’s the opposite of come into come into

fashion fashion ??10.10. What does What does after a fashionafter a fashion mean?mean?11.11. What does the verb What does the verb to fashionto fashion mean?mean?

Writing Writing

Write a short article (150 words) Write a short article (150 words) in answer to the following in answer to the following question:question:

„ „ Is it fair to judge people by Is it fair to judge people by their appearance and their appearance and

clothes?“clothes?“

Do not forget to give a title. Use Do not forget to give a title. Use an informal style.an informal style.

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