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What are the reasons for wearing clothing related to physical needs?
What are the reasons for wearing clothing related to physical needs?
- Identification
- Modesty
- Enhancement of self-concept
- Protection (correct)
Which of the following are psychological reasons for wearing clothing?
Which of the following are psychological reasons for wearing clothing?
- Modesty
- Adjournment (correct)
- Status
- Identification (correct)
What does 'identification' in the context of clothing refer to?
What does 'identification' in the context of clothing refer to?
Establishes or describes who someone is or what he/she does.
What are the social reasons for wearing clothes?
What are the social reasons for wearing clothes?
Why do people select certain clothes?
Why do people select certain clothes?
What is 'value' in the context of personal clothing?
What is 'value' in the context of personal clothing?
Define 'attitude' as it relates to clothing.
Define 'attitude' as it relates to clothing.
What does 'conformity' refer to?
What does 'conformity' refer to?
What is meant by 'individuality' in fashion?
What is meant by 'individuality' in fashion?
What do personality traits indicate in terms of clothing?
What do personality traits indicate in terms of clothing?
What role does 'art' play in fashion?
What role does 'art' play in fashion?
Define 'science' in the context of textiles.
Define 'science' in the context of textiles.
What is the difference between a need and a want?
What is the difference between a need and a want?
Define 'garment'.
Define 'garment'.
What are 'accessories' in the context of fashion?
What are 'accessories' in the context of fashion?
What does 'style' refer to?
What does 'style' refer to?
Define 'fashion'.
Define 'fashion'.
What is 'high fashion'?
What is 'high fashion'?
Explain 'mass fashion'.
Explain 'mass fashion'.
What does 'design' refer to in fashion?
What does 'design' refer to in fashion?
What is 'avant-garde' fashion?
What is 'avant-garde' fashion?
Define 'fad' in the context of fashion.
Define 'fad' in the context of fashion.
What is a 'classic style'?
What is a 'classic style'?
What is a 'ford style'?
What is a 'ford style'?
Study Notes
Reasons for Wearing Clothing
- Physical Reasons: Clothing provides essential protection from environmental elements.
- Psychological Reasons: Clothing can signify adjournment, enhancing self-concept, and identification, which establishes personal identity through means like uniforms and class rings.
- Social Reasons: Clothing can convey modesty and status within societal contexts.
Key Concepts
- Adjournment: Refers to how clothing improves a person's self-image and perception.
- Identification: Clothing helps define individual roles and status in society.
- Values: Represent personal beliefs and material possessions deemed important by an individual.
- Attitudes: Reflect personal feelings or responses towards various aspects of life, influencing clothing choices.
Individual Expression
- Conformity: Adherence to societal standards or authority through clothing choices.
- Individuality: Self-expression manifested in unique clothing styles.
- Personality Traits: Clothing styles can indicate specific personality characteristics, such as sociability indicated by decorative attire.
Fashion as Art and Science
- Art: Fashion embodies creativity, continuously fueled by innovative ideas.
- Science: Textile production combines chemistry and technology to create fabrics and fibers.
Fundamental Concepts
- Need vs. Want: Needs are essential for survival, while wants are non-essential desires.
- Garments: Articles of clothing such as suits, coats, or evening gowns.
- Accessories: Items like jewelry or bags that complement or enhance clothing ensembles.
Understanding Style and Fashion
- Style: Characterized by specific features that shape overall appearance.
- Fashion: Represents currently popular styles and trends in society.
- High Fashion: Refers to the latest trends that are innovative, high-quality, and often expensive.
- Mass Fashion: Constitutes popular styles that generate most of the sales in the fashion industry.
Design Terminology
- Design: A distinctive version of a particular style in fashion.
- Avant-Garde: Represents bold, innovative, and unconventional fashion designs.
- Fad: Temporary trends that may quickly lose popularity.
- Classic Style: Enduring styles that remain in vogue over long periods.
- Ford Style: Designs produced simultaneously by various manufacturers at differing price points.
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Explore the fundamental concepts of clothing and fashion in this flashcard quiz. From the reasons for wearing clothing to psychological aspects like self-concept and identification, test your knowledge and understanding of these key terms. Perfect for fashion students and enthusiasts.
