1. Why do we wear clothes??????? Chapter 19-1

2. Three types of clothing needs
Physical Needs
Protection
Psychological Needs
Adornment
Social Needs
Identification
Modesty
Status

3. Physical Needs

4. Physical Needs Protection-from what?
Weather
Cold temperatures
Sunshine
High winds
Rain

5. Physical Needs Protection-From what?
2.Environmental Dangers
Provide physical protection from dirt, insects, and harmful agents

6. Physical needs Protection-From What?
3. Workplace Hazards
Guard against bruises, cuts, burns, other injury
Sterile gloves, face masks, for medical professionals
Specialized garments to protect against contamination, chemicals, radiation and fires
Athletes wear helmets, gloves, pads, and shoes

7. Physical needs Protection-from what?
Against Enemies
Body shields and suits of armor in past
Military
Helmets
Pockets & belts to hold weapons
Camouflage fabric
Police officers –bullet proof vests
Some cultures believe clothing can protect against evil spirits, illness, etc
Good luck charms
Medallions

8. Psychological Needs

9. Psychological needs Adornment – Feeling of well being
Wearing clothes that enhance your appearance can boost your self-esteem
Certain colors, fabrics, & styles of clothing can affect how you feel

10. Psychological needs Adornment: Decoration/Embellishment
Found in many cultures throughout history
Paint
Jewelry
Body scarring
Hair
Fabric

11. Social Needs

12. Social Needs: Group Identification
Satisfies need to belong
Profession
Social group
Teams/Uniforms
Country of heritage

13. Dress Codes Standards of dress that are enforced in a social setting
Formal dress codes are based on the belief that how people dress tends to affect their behavior
work
school
Informal dress codes exist in society and reflect popular beliefs about modesty

14. Status A person’s position or rank in comparison to others
Clothing used to gain a higher rank in society
People willing to pay extra for garments with most desired labels and logos
Shows others what they’ve achieved
Military uniform – stripes
Scouts – badges
Athletic letter