Chapter 41:Creating Your Look Analyze influences choices. Interpret appropriate dress. Discuss management of needs.

Define: status—position in a peer group or society dress code—a set of rules describing required or appropriate clothing. wardrobe—collection of clothes clothing inventory—an organized list of the garments you own

accessories—items that enhance an outfit

Answer the following questions. 1. Give three examples of choosing clothes for comfort and protection. Loose-fitting and loosely woven clothes for hot weather. Layers of warm garments, head coverings, and mittens for cold weather. Steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, or helmet for protection.

2. What is status? Explain how it relates to clothing choices. Status is a person’s position in society or in his or her peer group. Some people wear expensive clothes to try to elevate their status.

3. How do societal standards and trends influence clothing choices? People want to wear what is in style. Most want to fit in with appropriate standards. 4. How and why might an employer establish a dress code? An employer may create a written dress code to promote a professional or other desired work atmosphere.

4. How and why might an employer establish a dress code? An employer may create a written dress code to promote a professional or other desired work atmosphere.

5. Give at least two examples of ways family members’ clothing needs might change over time. Children grow quickly and require frequent clothing replacements. Work activities for adults may require clothing changes. Physical limitations may require clothing with special features fro comfort and convenience. 6. What three steps should families take to manage their clothing expenses? Consider their resources. Set priorities. Establish a budget for family clothes.

6. What three steps should families take to manage their clothing expenses? Consider their resources. Set priorities. Establish a budget for family clothes.

7. What is the benefit of evaluating your wardrobe? It causes you to examine your clothes to help meet your needs and wants. 8. Describe the information found in a completed clothing inventory. An organized list of the clothes you own. A description of each item. An evaluation of each item. A plan of action.

9. What should you consider when deciding whether to keep a garment that you already own? Possible answers: Consider how often you wear the item. Does the item need repair or redesign? Does the garment fit? Consider if there are other garments you might combine with an item to create an outfit. 10. Give an example of how accessories can change the look of an outfit. Possible answers: A tie or a scarf could give everyday clothes a dressier look for work on a special event. The type of necklace could dress up or down an outfit.

11. Name three ways, other than buying clothes, to expand your wardrobe. Make new combinations with the clothes you already own. Use accessories to create a new look. Redesign existing clothes. Trade or share clothes.

Part II 1. How are clothes a physical need? Clothes enhance comfort and safety. 2. Other than your physical need for clothes, what needs may be filled by clothing? Emotional and social needs, such as self-esteem and how you relate to others.

3. What type of clothes help you stay cool on a hot day? Loose-fitting, loosely woven clothes. 4. Give an example of dressing to express a personal cause or interest. A personal cause or interest can be expressed by wearing T-shirts or logos, uniforms, or jackets in team colors.

5. List two factors that influence dress expectations. Factors that influence dress expectations include societal standards and trends, culture, the situation or occasion, roles, and a group identity. 6. What is meant by status? Status means position in a peer group or society.

7. Where are two places you would be likely to find a dress code? A dress code would be found in schools and work. 8. What is the purpose of a dress code? The purpose of a dress code is to promote a desired atmosphere.

9. How can you show respect to the guest of honor at an event or a prospective employer? Dress appropriately in a way that would please the person and suit the event. Dress appropriately for the employer to show interest and project the right image for the company.

10. List two considerations when selecting clothes for children. Clothes should be easy to care for. Clothes need to let them move freely. Clothes should be simple to put on and take off so they can dress themselves. Clothes should hazard free. 11.What is a wardrobe? A wardrobe is a collection clothes.

12. Contrast clothing needs and wants. Clothing needs are based on daily requirements such as school, work, and activities. Clothing wants tend to be based on emotions. 13.Why is it helpful to plan ahead when you need clothes for a special purpose? You have more time to look for the right thing and find it at a reasonable price.

14. What is a clothing inventory? A clothing inventory is an organized list of the garments you own. 15. What resources, other than money, could you use to expand your wardrobe? Resources, other than money, include time, skills, creativity, friends and family, and the clothes you already own.

16. Give three examples of accessories. Accessories include belts, ties, scarves, hats, and jewelry. 17. What should you do before shopping for new clothes? Before shopping for new clothes, consider your priorities and make a plan.

18. What is the advantage of buying clothes in a limited number of colors? You can mix and match to create more outfits.