Clothes and Fashion
Outfit
- Definition: The clothes someone is wearing at one time.
- Sentence: Her outfit today is perfect for the warm weather.
Stylish
- Definition: Looking fashionable and attractive.
- Sentence: He always looks stylish in his designer clothes.
Casual
- Definition: Clothes that are comfortable and relaxed, not formal.
- Sentence: On weekends, I prefer wearing casual jeans and a t-shirt.
Elegant
- Definition: Attractive and graceful in appearance, often for formal occasions.
- Sentence: She looked very elegant in her black evening dress.
Trendy
- Definition: Popular or in style at the moment.
- Sentence: That jacket is so trendy; everyone is wearing it this season.
Fit
- Definition: How clothes feel or look on your body (tight, loose, etc.).
- Sentence: These jeans fit perfectly; they’re not too tight or too loose.
Pattern
- Definition: The design on a piece of fabric (like stripes, checks, etc.).
- Sentence: His shirt has a cool floral pattern that stands out.
Accessory
- Definition: Extra items added to complete an outfit, like jewelry, hats, or bags.
- Sentence: She added a scarf as an accessory to her simple dress.
Fabric
- Definition: Material that clothes are made of (like cotton, silk, wool, etc.).
- Sentence: This sweater is made of soft wool fabric.
Tight
- Definition: Clothes that are close-fitting, not loose.
- Sentence: The dress was a little too tight, so she decided to try the next size.
Loose
- Definition: Clothes that are not close-fitting, with extra space.
- Sentence: I prefer loose clothes when I relax at home.
Designer
- Definition: A person who creates clothes, often very expensive and fashionable.
- Sentence: She wore a designer dress to the party and looked amazing.
Formal
- Definition: Clothes that are suitable for official or special occasions.
- Sentence: The invitation says we need to wear formal clothes to the wedding.
Seasonal
- Definition: Clothes that are worn in a particular season (like summer or winter).
- Sentence: I packed my seasonal summer clothes for our beach vacation.
Wardrobe
- Definition: The collection of clothes someone owns.
- Sentence: She has a large wardrobe full of different styles and colors.
The Magic Dress
Emily was a young woman who loved fashion. Every weekend, she would visit her favorite shop, Fashion Finds, to look for new clothes. She was of average height, with wavy brown hair that fell to her shoulders and bright green eyes. Her friends always said she had a great sense of style.
One sunny afternoon, Emily found something special: a simple but beautiful blue dress hanging in the corner of the store. The dress looked soft, made from silk, and it had tiny silver stars embroidered along the hem. Emily thought the color would go perfectly with her fair skin and long legs.
Curious, she tried it on. As soon as she zipped it up, something magical happened! The dress shimmered and fit her perfectly, like it was made just for her. It made her feel taller, more confident, and elegant. She twirled in front of the mirror, amazed at how the dress hugged her waist and fell gracefully to her knees.
When she stepped outside the changing room, the shop assistant gasped. “You look stunning!” she said. “That dress was designed to show off your best features—your graceful neck, slim arms, and lovely figure.”
Emily couldn’t believe how good she felt. She bought the dress immediately and wore it to a party that night. When she arrived, her friends complimented her on how beautiful and stylish she looked. They admired the way the dress highlighted her light complexion and matched her brown hair.
The next day, she went back to the store to ask more about the dress, but when she looked for it on the rack, it had disappeared. The shop assistant smiled and said, “That was a one-of-a-kind piece. It was meant just for you.”
From that day on, Emily felt more confident in herself, knowing that sometimes the right clothes could make you feel like the best version of yourself.
Vocabulary to review:
- Fair skin: light-colored skin
- Shimmered: shine with a soft, wavering light
- Confident: feeling or showing certainty and self-assurance
- Graceful: showing elegance and beauty in movement or appearance
- Complimented: to say something nice or express admiration
Phrasal Verbs Related to Clothes and Fashion
Try on
- Meaning: To put on a piece of clothing to see if it fits or looks good.
- Example: She tried on the red dress before deciding to buy it.
Dress up
- Meaning: To wear formal or special clothes for an occasion.
- Example: We have to dress up for the wedding this weekend.
Put on
- Meaning: To wear or place clothing on your body.
- Example: He put on his jacket before going outside.
Take off
- Meaning: To remove clothing from your body.
- Example: As soon as I got home, I took off my shoes and relaxed.
Zip up
- Meaning: To close a piece of clothing with a zipper.
- Example: Don’t forget to zip up your coat—it’s cold outside.
Button up
- Meaning: To fasten the buttons on a piece of clothing.
- Example: He buttoned up his shirt before heading to the interview.
Kick off
- Meaning: To quickly remove shoes by using your feet.
- Example: She kicked off her heels as soon as she got home.
Slip on
- Meaning: To put on clothing quickly or easily.
- Example: He slipped on his shoes and went out for a walk.
Throw on
- Meaning: To put on clothes quickly without much thought.
- Example: I just threw on a t-shirt and jeans before heading to the store.
Hang up
- Meaning: To place clothes on a hanger or hook.
- Example: After washing my jacket, I hung it up to dry.
Dress down
- Meaning: To wear casual or less formal clothing.
- Example: At my company, we’re allowed to dress down on Fridays.
Wear out
- Meaning: When clothes become damaged or unusable due to frequent use.
- Example: I need to buy new shoes; these ones are completely worn out.
Break in
- Meaning: To wear new shoes or clothes until they become comfortable.
- Example: It took me a few days to break in my new boots.
Go with
- Meaning: To match or complement something in terms of style or color.
- Example: This scarf really goes with your jacket.
Throw out
- Meaning: To discard old or unwanted clothes.
- Example: I had to throw out my old jeans because they were too torn.
Hand down
- Meaning: To pass clothes to someone younger or smaller, usually within a family.
- Example: My older sister hands down her clothes to me when they no longer fit her.
Take in
- Meaning: To make a piece of clothing smaller by altering it.
- Example: She had to take in her dress because it was too loose around the waist.
Let out
- Meaning: To make a piece of clothing bigger by adjusting it.
- Example: He asked the tailor to let out his trousers because they were too tight.
Show off
- Meaning: To wear something in a way that attracts attention.
- Example: She loves to show off her new designer bag.
Do up
- Meaning: To fasten or tie clothing, such as buttons or a zipper.
- Example: He did up his jacket before stepping outside in the cold.