manner of dressing Flashcards
When projecting an image…
- what people remember about you
- dress is a big part of your image
improving your image
- Good grooming
- Good posture (facial expressions, smile)
- Hair style that suits you
- Clothes fit properly
when choosing the “right” clothes for you
lifestyle
- Clothes should fit your lifestyle
- Wear clothing appropriate for the occasion
Climate
- different clothes for different climates
Community standards
- Influences the appropriateness of clothing
You should try to conform to community standards
Ex: Smaller communities are usually more conservative
combine personality and physical characteristics.
yin and yang traits combine
—described in ancient Chinese Cosmology. Cosmology deals with the order of the universe. Chinese philosophers used yin and yang to describe the –, but — important forces that exist in the world.
yin and yang traits, opposite, equally
–Represents the passive, timid, and delicate elements of personality. Dominantly yin people are submissive, mild, and fragile.
pictures being: feminine and short including small bone structure, graceful features, delicate coloring, and soft, gentle speech.
clothing: graceful, fluid lines; intricate details; curves; soft, sheer fabrics.
yin/ yin traits
–Represents the active, rugged elements of personality. Dominantly yang people are forceful, aggressive, and strong.
Chinese cosmology pictures yang physical traits as being masculine and large with strong, prominent features.
clothing: bold designs; minimum detail, heavy textures; bold, chunky jewelry.
yang/ yang traits
benefits of choosing the “right” clothes for you
- You can project your best self-image: You will look and feel your best.
- You can save money: You save money by not making clothing mistakes.
- You can gain flexibility: Planning and having mix-and-match garments will allow you to combine them in different ways to create many outfits
Garments that are worn most often and are the core of a person’s wardrobe.
wardrobe planning
basic apparel
Having several good quality garments that will last a long time and not go out of style (Classics)
wardrobe planning
investment dressing
Less expensive garments and accessories that can be mixed and matched with the basic apparel of a wardrobe to multiply the number of outfits. ** Also called multipliers.**
wardrobe planning
extenders
Once you have planned your basic apparel, consider less expensive garments and accessories to be your __
extenders
examples of extenders
- Pants of an unusual texture
- A patterned or quilted vest
- A brightly colored turtleneck
A “blueprint” of action to be taken to update or complete a person’s wardrobe in the best way.
wardrobe planning
wardrobe plan
4 terms under wardrobe planning
- basic apparel
- investment dressing
- extenders
- wardrobe plan
are the items you wear with your garments to create complete outfits.
some are functional as well as decorative
accessories
examples of accessories
- Footwear
- Handbags
- Headwear
- Belts
- Scarves
- Neckties
- Handkerchiefs
- Jewelry
- Eyewear
- Hosiery
standard wear for many students around the world
school unif.
t/f students have to wear the exact same clothing to school daily
school policy
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t/f Other schools have less strict codes, by having students choose from select options, such as:
* Blue or khaki pants
* Blue, white or red shirts
* Neat and clean hair
* Shirts tucked in
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what is the philosophy behind school uniforms ?
All students are expected to dress in a manner consistent with the recognition that they have a responsibility to help foster a learning environment promoting health and safety, respect and pride, and a positive regard for discipline and authority.