Lesson 9: Clothes
No, I don’t buy clothes very often. I buy only when I don’t have anything new to wear or when it is a special occasion.
Yes, they are very important as they protect us from cold, dry and hot weather. It protects our body from germs that are present in the atmosphere and also helps to maintain proper hygiene. It also helps to protect our body from ultraviolet radiations which may cause skin problems.
I prefer loose and baggy clothes which maintain my comfort level and also make me look presentable even when I’m at home.
Describe an item of clothing that you recently bought.
You should say:
explain why you bought it.
what it is
when and where you bought it
what it looks like and
I mostly like older styles, such as those during the 60s. I also like newer style like some kinds of punk clothes. I like skirts and dresses best. Loose types of clothing are most comfortable. I like to have nice, neat, stylish clothing, too.
Many people buy clothing because it is a new style or it’s a color that they like. Often people will buy something because it looks like what a favorite movie star or singer wears. Other people buy clothes that suit them, or that they will wear most often. Other people just buy clothes because they are functional.
Personally I don’t really care about the brand of clothing as long as what I buy is good quality. Famous brands are usually too expensive for me so I will rarely buy them. Often I can find inexpensive brands that are just as good a quality and very nice. Of course here in China you can get brand name clothes at a very cheap price.
Many people buy brand name clothing because they like the style. However, some people simply want their clothes to last a long time, so they buy a certain brand of clothing that is known for its good quality. Other people buy brand name clothing because they feel it make them look more stylish and hip. Some people just like to have that name on their clothing. I think it might make them feel important.
In my opinion, older fashions changed more slowly and gradually from one to another. They faded into each other. Fashions of today change drastically in a very short period of time. Often certain clothes will only be in style for one year or so before another, very different style is in. Of course there are more choices to choose now.
No, they have very different shopping habits. Often men will shop less and only because they need new clothes. They often do not buy much, and they will spend less money on what they buy. Actually I think that they dread shopping and probably would rather go to the dentist. Women buy clothes more often and they usually pay more for their clothing. Often they will buy new clothes because they want to be in style. I think women also don’t mind spending money as long as it’s their boyfriend’s or husband’s.
I think it helps reduce competition in the work or school area. When the workers or students don’t feel that they have to keep up with someone else’s clothes or style, they are able to concentrate on work or study. The bad side to it is that if the uniform is uncomfortable or does not look very smart or stylish, it makes work or school unpleasant for some people. Also it can make people feel that they have no individuality and they are just like everyone else.
I think many Chinese feel better about themselves if they dress more fashionably, especially for young people, the way they dress is like their status. The dress is very important in all levels of society. With TV and fashion models and more money here in China ,it is a lot easier to follow these trends.
I think many Chinese feel better about themselves if they dress more fashionably, especially for young people, the way they dress is like their status. The dress is very important in all levels of society. With TV and fashion models and more money here in China ,it is a lot easier to follow these trends.