Образуйте от слова OPEN однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
Clothes and Personality
What do your clothes really say about you? Some people wear their personality ___________ on their sleeves, while others try to hide it deep in the dark layers of their clothes. Nonetheless, one’s clothes can often be a window into the workings of their head.
1
Преобразуйте, если это необходимо, слово «GO» так, чтобы оно грамматически соответствовало содержанию текста.
First Day of School
Melanie River had just turned ten years old, but she had never been to school.
Most children in the third grade _________ to school for two years. But Melanie was not most children.
2
Преобразуйте, если это необходимо, слово BAD так, чтобы оно грамматически соответствовало содержанию текста.
She suffered from severe social anxiety. Attending a school with over 800 students was her ________ nightmare. But this year Melanie was determined that things were going to be different.
3
Преобразуйте, если это необходимо, слово BE так, чтобы оно грамматически соответствовало содержанию текста.
She and her family had just moved to a smaller town. There were only about 200 students at the local elementary school. Her mother hoped that Melanie _________ able to control her emotions and finally have a few friends.
4
Преобразуйте, если это необходимо, слово ONE так, чтобы оно грамматически соответствовало содержанию текста.
And so here Melanie was, on the way to school. And even though she felt as if her heart might explode out of chest, for the ___________ time in her life she was truly happy.
5
Преобразуйте, если это необходимо, слово DRIVE так, чтобы оно грамматически соответствовало содержанию текста.
Panic
At some point of your life you’ve probably used the word panic. But have you ever wondered where it comes from?
Panic actually originates from a Greek myth. Pan, the Greek god of nature, had a strange power. When awakened from his sleep, he would cry out which __________the nearby animals into a state of terror.
6
Преобразуйте, если это необходимо, слово THEY так, чтобы оно грамматически соответствовало содержанию текста.
Pan would also use this power on his enemies, driving some of _____________ mad.
7
Преобразуйте, если это необходимо, слово KNOW так, чтобы оно грамматически соответствовало содержанию текста.
Among the Greeks this mental state ____________ as panic fear.
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Образуйте от слова APPEAR однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
In the past people dressed in accordance with their rank, position, culture, and so forth. Back then you could tell a lot about a person just by looking at them. Nowadays a lot has changed: you can still judge a person by their ______________,
9
Образуйте от слова EXPRESS однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
but now it is possible to do so on a more personal level, as people use their outfits as a form of self-________________. Even when there is nothing obvious like blue hair or a shredded shirt.
10
Образуйте от слова CONVENTIONAL однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
For example, plain, simple clothes can show that a person is modest and doesn’t like to stand out. _________________ clothes can mean that the person
11
Образуйте от слова DIFFER однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
doesn’t mind being ____________ or simply enjoys attention. The person could also be hiding behind his clothes, using them as a shield.
Задания 26. Лексико-грамматические навыки
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Задание
Образуйте от слова CALCULATE однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
Invention of Computer
Many encyclopedias say that the first computer was developed by Howard H. Aiken (and his team) in America between 1939 and 1944. It was a large-scale, programme-controlled machine which could make a very complex _____ .
2. Задание
Образуйте от слова USUAL однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
Invention of Bubble Gum
Bubble gum is a type of chewing gum that is especially designed for blowing bubbles. It is ______ pink in colour and has a particular flavour.
3. Задание
Образуйте от слова REAL однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
Invention of Crossword Puzzle
Crossword puzzles are the most popular word puzzles in the world. However, their history is ______ short.
4. Задание
Образуйте от слова MOVE однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
Migrating Birds
In autumn you can see large flocks of birds flying from Russia to warmer countries. In spring, they come back to us. Migration is the periodic seasonal ______ of birds.
5. Задание 2
Образуйте от слова DARK однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
The Least Successful Explorer
Thomas Nuttall spent many years studying the plants and trees in north-west America. He was different from most other explorers because he was almost always lost.
One night he did not come back and a group went out to search for him. When Nuttall heard them in the ______ , he was frightened.
6. Задание
Образуйте от слова POPULATE однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
UK: Conservation and Environment
Going for a walk is the most popular leisure activity in Britain. Despite its high ______ density, the UK has many unspoilt rural and coastal areas.
7. Задание
Образуйте от слова POPULAR однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
Chicago from above
Following a recent renovation, the new Hancock Observatory invites you to enjoy Chicago’s best views from the city’s highest open-air Skywalk. It has quickly gained ______ with both Chicagoans and visitors of the city.
8. Задание
Преобразуйте, если это необходимо, слово MARVEL так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
The Opening Night
The Phantom of the Opera, Cats, Mama Mia… They are all stage musicals. The opening night of a new musical is always a ________________ event.
9. Задание
Преобразуйте, если это необходимо, слово DARK так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
EMERGENCY SERVICES
The main emergency telephone number in Britain is 999. The number 999 was chosen because, on the old dial phones, it was considered to be the easiest to dial in __________________ or smoke.
10. Задание
Преобразуйте, если это необходимо, слово VARY так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
Looking after the environment
Protecting the environment is now a major concern in Britain. But despite many efforts __________________ threats to the environment remain.
11. Задание
Образуйте от слова WIDE однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
Ray Bradbury
Ray Douglas Bradbury is a US writer of fantasy, horror, science fiction and mystery. He is _________ considered to be one of the 20th century’s greatest and most popular writers of science fiction.
12. Задание
Образуйте от слова COUNT однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
Animals
The importance of animals in British life is reflected in many ways. In the past, landowners liked to be portrayed with their dogs and horses. ______ pictures of this kind can be seen in art galleries and private residences.
13. Задание
Образуйте от слова REAL однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
Why do we sleep?
A recent study may have an answer to one of the greatest unsolved mysteries in science — what is the purpose of sleep? The work suggests it’s ______ about making animals function more efficiently in their environments.
14. Задание
Образуйте от слова SCIENCE однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
Future population
The United Nations (UN) has published its prediction about the size and age of the world’s population three hundred years from now. This report can help environmental ______ and policy-makers to understand dramatic changes in the world’s population in the future.
15. Задание
Образуйте от слова EXPENSIVE однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
Invention of Potato Chips
The potato chip was invented in 1853 by George Crum who was a chef at a restaurant in New York. Fried potatoes were popular at the restaurant because they were rather ______ , but one day a visitor complained that the slices were too thick.
16. Задание
Образуйте от слова ENVIRONMENT однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
Tourism in Australia
The growth of tourism infrastructure related to the base of Ayers Rock, or Uluru began in the 1950s. Soon it started to produce adverse ______ impacts.
17. Задание
Образуйте от слова SCIENCE однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
The World’s Language
The English language is famous for the richness of its vocabulary. Webster’s New International Dictionary lists 450,000 words, and the new Oxford English Dictionary has 615,000, but that is only part of the total. Technical and ______ terms would add millions more.
18. Задание
Образуйте от слова USUAL однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
Entertaining guests
The most usual way to entertain friends at home is to invite them for a meal, either in the evening or at lunch-time on a Sunday. When guests are invited for a meal, they often sit and chat while they have a drink before the meal, and coffee is ______ served afterwards.
19. Задание
Образуйте от слова DEFENSE однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
Castle Clinton
Castle Clinton was built in the times of Napoleonic wars and great tension between Britain and the US. New York was almost ______ and in a short time five new forts, Castle Clinton among them, were built.
20. Задание
Образуйте от слова EXPENSE однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
The King’s New Dress
Many years ago, there was a King who spent all his time and money on dressing up. He loved riding round in his ______ garments so that everybody could see him.
21. Задание
Образуйте от слова DISCOVER однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
California
Nicknamed the “Golden State”, California is the third largest state in area after Alaska and Texas The ______ of gold
22. Задание
Образуйте от слова POPULAR однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
A Typical Day
My job would probably rank as one of the most ______ but I really like it. I am an accountant and I work from 9 am until 6 pm (although it takes an hour by train to reach my office in the City).
23. Задание
Образуйте от слова NECESSARY однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
Advantages of a regular homework
What is homework? Should it always be done in writing, or can it be oral? Is it ______ connected with the information and tasks from the text books?
24. Задание
Образуйте от слова GREAT однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
New Tourism in France
France is one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations. To most people perhaps, the ______ of France lies in her art and culture.
25. Задание
Образуйте от слова APPRENTICE однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
Repin
Ilya Yefimovich Repin was born in Kharkov, Ukraine in 1844. Aged 22, after an ______ that covered icon painting and portraiture, he was admitted as a student to the Imperial Academy of Arts in St Petersburg.
26. Задание
Образуйте от слова POPULAR однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
The Old Theatre
For years the old town theatre was a failure. It was very expensive but not comfortable, and most of the plays performed were ______ .
27. Задание
Преобразуйте, если это необходимо, слово POPULATE так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
UK: Conservation and Environment
Going for a walk is the most popular leisure activity in Britain. Despite its high __________________ density and widespread urbanization, the UK has many unspoilt rural and coastal areas.
28. Задание
Преобразуйте, если это необходимо, слово CONSERVE так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
Cyberspace communication
Nowadays most of us go to our computers to connect with friends instead of using our phones. Cyberspace relationships have become the norm for many people, even the most ____________ ones.
29. Задание
Преобразуйте, если это необходимо, слово FINAL так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
History of animated cartoons
Cartoon animation has a long history. A cartoon is made by drawing many pictures and showing them one after another so quickly that the pictures ______________ seem to move. The most prominent of animated cartoons were made by Walt Disney.
30. Задание
Преобразуйте, если это необходимо, слово THANKFUL так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
When was the parachute invented?
Have you ever felt like jumping out of a plane? Plenty of people have, but _____________ most of them did it after parachutes had been invented.
31. Задание
Преобразуйте, если это необходимо, слово SUCCESS так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
Great Britain at the 2012 London Olympics
This is certainly the greatest Games for Britain in more than a century, and realistically the greatest ever. The British were more ______________ only once in 1908, in London, when a third of all the competitors were from the UK.
32. Задание
Преобразуйте, если это необходимо, слово SCIENCE так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
Chemistry or no chemistry
I was planning a career in biology but was not looking forward to taking chemistry in my first year at Carleton University in Ottawa. However, the professor of chemistry was a famous ____________.
33. Задание
Преобразуйте, если это необходимо, слово DOMINATE так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
2012 London Olympics
How has London 2012 changed the sporting map of the world? The United States won the highest number of gold medals and the most medals in total, with China dropping to second place on the medals table after unprecedented _____________ at their home Olympics in Beijing four years ago.
34. Задание
Преобразуйте, если это необходимо, слово BEGIN так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
Famous inventions stories
Have you ever wondered how the most famous inventions were created? From the ____________ of time, humans everywhere have been inventing.
35. Задание
Преобразуйте, если это необходимо, слово INVENT так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
Morse Code
Before phones, computers, and telegraphs were invented, messages would take months or even years to reach their destination. Samuel Morse was born in Charlestown, Massachusetts, in April 1791, not knowing that he would be a famous ____________.
36. Задание
Образуйте от слова ROMANCE однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
English Heritage
English Heritage is a public body within the British Government that looks after historic sites. History is all around us — not just in museums, beautiful castles, stately homes or __________________ ruins.
37. Задание
Образуйте от слова AMERICA однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
English Heritage
Today children love to buy pens and pencils which come in all shapes and colours in stationary shops. But in early
_______________ schools students used a quill pen and ink to write. Since these schools did not have many supplies, children often had to make their own ink at home.
38. Задание
Образуйте от слова BUILD однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
The heart of Bangkok
Bangkok is the capital of Thailand. Its numerous high-rise __________________, heavy traffic congestion, intense heat and naughty nightlife may not immediately give you the best impression.
39. Задание
Образуйте от слова TROPIC однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
Bangkok
Bangkok is the capital and the most populous city of Thailand. This __________________ metropolis is also one of the most traveller-friendly cities in Asia. Bangkok was not the first capital of Thailand, in fact it has taken that role comparatively not long ago.
40. Задание
Образуйте от слова SUDDEN однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
Victoria Falls
Before you even see the falls, you hear and feel them. As you walk along the trail to the entrance, the sound of rumbling water sounds in the background and __________________ your face is hit with a breeze of humidity and mist.
41. Задание
Образуйте от слова NATURAL однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
Robots of the future
Robotic engineers are designing the next generation of robots to look, feel and act more human, to make it easier for us to warm up to a cold machine.
Realistic looking hair and skin with embedded sensors will allow robots to react __________ in their environment.
42. Задание
Образуйте от слова BUILD однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
St. Basil’s Cathedral
St. Basil’s Cathedral in Moscow was built between 1555 and 1561. According to legends, Ivan the Terrible blinded its
__________________ so that he could never build such a magnificent structure again.
43. Задание
Образуйте от слова ABSOLUTE однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
Pronunciation is important
Some learners of English think that pronunciation is not very important. That is __________________ wrong.
44. Задание
Образуйте от слова MASS однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
City Living
Humans have lived together in cities since ancient times, but even in 1800 urban areas were home to just 3 per cent of the world’s population.
The __________________ explosion of urbanization that accompanied the Industrial Revolution saw that figure rise 15 per cent in the space of 100 years.
45. Задание
Образуйте от слова APPEAR однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
National Symbols
Britain is often represented by national symbols. There are two personifications of Britain: John Bull and Britannia. John Bull represents the typical Englishman, supposed to have a ‘bullish’ _________ and characteristics.
46. Задание
Образуйте от слова TRAVEL однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
Bath
“Bath is the finest place on earth for you may enjoy it without getting tired”. These are the words of the 18th century __________________ James Boswell upon his first visit to the place.
47. Задание
Образуйте от слова OPEN однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
Clothes and Personality
What do your clothes really say about you? Some people wear their personality ___________ on their sleeves, while others try to hide it deep in the dark layers of their clothes. Nonetheless, one’s clothes can often be a window into the workings of their head.
48. Задание
Образуйте от слова COMPETE однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
Texas Rodeo
The rodeo is a really exciting event. It is a thrilling __________________ between cowboys from all over the country.
49. Задание
Образуйте от слова OPEN однокоренное слово так, чтобы оно грамматически и лексически соответствовало содержанию текста.
Australia
What do your clothes really say about you? Some people wear their personality ___________ on their sleeves, while others try to hide it deep in the dark layers of their clothes. Nonetheless, one’s clothes can often be a window into the workings of their head.
Ответы.
1. calculation
2. usually
3. really
4 movement
5.darkness
6.population
7.popularity
8.marvellous|marvelous
9. darkness
10.various
11. widely
12.countless
13. really
14. scientists
15. inexpensive
16.environmental
17. scientific
18.usually
19.defenseless
20.expensive
21. discovery
22. unpopular
23 necessarily
24 greatness
25apprenticeship
26 unpopular
27 population
28conservative
29finally
30 thankfully
31successful
32 scientist
33 domination
34beginning
35 inventor
36romantic
37 American
38buildings
39tropical
40suddenly
41 NATURALLY
42builder
43 absolutely
44 MASSIVE
45appearance
46traveller
47openly
48 competition
49openly
Впишите по одному слову в каждый пропуск.
Dress to impress
Do you think carefully about what you (1) … on each morning when you get dressed? What do the clothes that you (2) … on say about you? If you want to make the right impression, try these easy tips.
When you buy clothes, always (3) … them on. Ask a friend’s opinion if you’re not sure. And check that what you buy is the right size! If it’s a jacket, for example, make sure that you can (4) … it up properly. And make sure it’s easy to put on and (5) … off.
Clear out your wardrobe. Take everything out and only put back those things you actually like. (6) … out all the things you never wear. It will create space for new clothes and you’ll be able to (7) … it up with things that suit you.
Finally, try making your old clothes more fashionable. You could (8) … the sleeves off an old shirt or change the colour. Have fun, and always dress to impress!
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What Your Clothes Say About You
People wear clothes to protect their bodies from the cold or the burning sun, from insect bites and injuries, and from the unwelcome eyes of strangers. However, what people wear can also convey a message about who they are and their role in society.
For example, visit nearly any country in the world and you will notice that young people everywhere are wearing fashionable blue jeans, not for work, but for social occasions such as parties and concerts. The jeans are somewhat of an index of how these young people view themselves: I’m modern and stylish. l’m relaxed and confident. I’m different from the traditional older generation. I’m sexy. Jeans make such an important statement that, in some groups, a person might be judged by the brand of jeans he or she is wearing. As a result, some young people feel pressured into spending hundreds of dollars to acquire a single pair of designer jeans just to be in fashion.
An even more direct means whereby people make statements about themselves is via messages printed on T-shirts. One says Oxford
University. Another reads Italy 2006 World Cup. There are many kinds of T-shirt messages. They can convey allegiance to schools and sports teams, advertise places or products, make political statements, serve as wearable travel souvenirs, and commemorate important occasions. These wearable messages are seldom ambiguous.They clearly tell others, This is what I want you to know about me. Just as blue jeans and T-shirts say a great deal about the people who are wearing them. So does the Western business suit. It says that the person wants to impress others with his or her professional status. A fitted jacket and matching trousers constitute a man’s suit, while a fitted jacket and matching skirt constitute a woman’s suit. A collared shirt and a necktie are integral parts of the man’s outfit, while stockings and high-heeled shoes complete the woman’s. Often this attire is not what the person chooses to wear, but it is what a company requires its top- level employees to wear. The business suit is so conventional that it is analogous to a uniform in other occupations.
A uniform identifies the occupation of many people. Military personnel are easy to identify by their uniforms. The same is true for civil emergency personnel like police officers and fire fighters. Medical workers, airline pilots, and members of religious orders are other examples of people whose work can be identified by their clothing. In certain contexts, special clothing is worn to differentiate not only the occupation of people, but also their authority For example, when a court of law convenes, the judge’s robe is a clear indicator of her role and authority, Similarly the chef’s tall white hat indicates his job and that he’s in charge in the restaurant’s kitchen.
Clothing might also show which group a person belongs to. For example, Scotsmen wear distinctive tartans to show their clan affiliation,just as city street gangs wear colored headscarves to show their gang membership Similarly; school uniforms identify children as students at to a certain school.
Societies choose different ways to show marital status. In Western societies, women— and often men—wear wedding rings on their left hands. Other cultures use different symbols.
Hindu women, for example, wear a red powder in their hair after they marry. Unmarried Amish women wear black bonnets on their heads, while married women wear white ones.
Clothing serves many functions beyond just protecting our bodies. Clothing can tell a lot about the people who wear it.
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It’s no news that your wardrobe says a lot about you.
What you wear can inform passersby of your type of employment, as well as your ambitions, emotions and spending habits.
And now it’s even launched a whole new type of psychology.
Clinical psychologist Dr. Jennifer Baumgartner literally wrote the book on this phenomenon, which she calls the «psychology of dress.» In «You Are What You Wear: What Your Clothes Reveal About You,» she explains not only how psychology determines our clothing choices, but how to overcome key psychological issues your wardrobe might be bringing to light in your everyday life, or even at work.
«Shopping and spending behaviors often come from internal motivations such as emotions, experiences and culture,» says Dr. Baumgartner. «You look at shopping or storing behaviors, even putting together outfits, and people think of it as fluff. But any behavior is rooted in something deeper. I look at the deeper meaning of choices, just like I would in therapy.»
We spoke with her to figure out why clothes are so revealing (of our personalities, that is), what messages they’re sending and how you can use your wardrobe to change how others perceive you—and even how you think about yourself.
How We Use Clothing as an Aid … and a Weapon
Americans rely on clothing as an economic and social indicator because there aren’t official marks of rank such as a caste system or aristocracy, says Dr. Baumgartner.
«When you don’t have a specific system, people come up with their own,» she explains. It’s what «helps you figure out where you fit in. Especially now, with the economy, with people losing status, maintaining a sense of who we are becomes even more important. Our clothes help place us where we think we want to be. «
She cites the Real Housewives TV series as an example: «Look at the way they focus on money. When they fight, they use logos and designers as a way to put each other down. They’re using clothes and accessories both as a tool to know where they fit in and as a weapon against others.»
Clothing That Projects a Good or Bad Image
Have you ever been told that you can judge a man by his shoes? Unfortunately, it’s not that simple.
There’s no one piece or style that makes a person look successful. Dr. Baumgartner recommends the basics when trying to project a positive image: the little black dress, the blazer, the pumps. «With classics, history has done the work for you. It has lasted throughout time, so you already know it works,» she says. And what is it that makes a classic a classic? «It has multiple functions, and it’s appropriate for different age ranges and body types. It became a classic because it works no matter who you are.»
(To help you choose the best wardrobe items to use and reuse, LearnVest created the Essential Outfitter.)
On the other hand, there’s no one piece or style that makes a person look unsuccessful. «Anything where it looks like you didn’t take the time or make the effort comes across badly,» says Dr. Baumgartner. «The worst clothing is the kind that tries to undo, ignore or hide where or who you are, or the kind that shows you didn’t pay attention to your body/age/situation … Any clothes that prohibit you from doing your job well send the wrong message.»
What Your Clothes Say to You, Not About You
A study this year from Northwestern University examined a concept called «enclothed cognition.» Researchers define it in their report as «the systematic influence that clothes have on the wearer’s psychological processes,» meaning what your clothes are saying to you, not about you. And how they make you feel.
The researchers distributed standard white lab coats to participants, telling some that it was a doctor’s coat and some that it was a painter’s smock. All participants performed the same task, but those wearing the «doctor’s coat» were more careful and attentive. Their actions were influenced by their clothing.
The same may be true of you. When your friend dragged you out of the house and told you, «Get dressed up! You’ll feel better!» after your last breakup/failed interview/lousy day, she was onto something. «When you dress in a certain way, it helps shift your internal self,» explains Dr. Baumgartner. «We see that when we do makeovers, and even actors say that putting on a costume facilitates expression of character. That’s just as true for everyday life.»
Enclothed cognition gives scientific proof to the idea that you should dress not how you feel, but how you want to feel. Which clothes make you feel powerful? Sexy? In control? Wealthy? The clothes you choose are sending a message to those around you, but also to you, yourself.
In «You Are What You Wear,» Dr. Baumgartner features some of the most common wardrobe and perception problems. Do you recognize yourself in any of the below?
| If you … | You might … | Consider: |
| Keep every piece of clothing you’ve ever owned | Be clinging to the past through the sentimental value of your pieces | Adopting the Golden Wardrobe Ratio: Get rid of 2 out of 3 items you own, including anything too big/small, ripped/torn or outdated. |
| Wear only neutrals, largely devoid of accessories | Be stuck in a psychological rut, too comfortable to shake it up, or too afraid to draw attention to yourself. | Deviating from your routine in small ways (a different route to work, a few new spring accessories—like these inexpensive ways to incorporate trendy polka dots—to jog your brain into feeling excited |
| Dress in clothing too large for your body | See your body differently than others see it, or as a reflection of the way it once was. | Bringing an honest friend shopping to find out what looks great on you, ignoring sizes and getting used to wearing clothes that really fit. |
| Have been told you’re dressed inappropriately or too sexily | Consider the same outfit appropriate for every occasion (i.e. clubbing and family barbecue), or be looking for the wrong kind of attention. | Consider the image you want to project in given situations (at work, on the town) and choose outfits based on cues from those around you |
| Dress too young (or too old) for your age | Be trying to express the age you feel you are, but getting caught between your actual and internal age | Gearing your outfits toward your goals (like getting a promotion, meeting a significant other, traveling the world), rather than a specific age. |
| Are always in work clothes | Value yourself primarily through your work and work-related accomplishments | Recognizing your talents outside of work (great artist, compassionate, fun to bring to parties, etc.) |
| Covered in designer logos | Think you need to broadcast wealth in order to be treated well by others | Practice wearing «blank canvas» pieces and only accenting with logos to emphasize that people value you for more than your labels |
| Live in your «mom outfit» of jeans and a hoodie | Put the needs of your family before your own | Take more «me time.» Remember: When mom isn’t happy, nobody is. |
GIVEAWAY ALERT: One lucky reader will win a free copy Jennifer Baumgartner’s book, «You Are What You Wear: What Your Clothes Reveal About You.» Check out the story on LearnVest to find directions on how to enter.
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Clothes are a basic essence of our society, fully evolving and civilized. It’s the one thing that does not differ nor is absent in virtually any part of the world. Our clothes become a part of us, an integral part of our identity. In other words, they portray a sense of image of the person living within us.
It’s impossible to go without clothes–even during swimming or just a good ol’ hang out with the pals on the beach, we’re clad in our swimwear. Might not be much, but eh, they’re still covering up the bare necessities. For us girls, it has a deeper meaning than just being a part of what we wear.
Clothes are very important in giving off the vibes or just giving a glimpse of our influences and interests in culture, colour, shapes, designs and even texture. Some adore silk, it’s indeed such a breathable fabric. Others prefer tops made out of cotton materials, it’s great cooling properties allows users to maintain a dry, soft feel while retaining its strength as a natural fibre composite. Viscose and polyester also represent popular clothing materials, especially in activewear, sports and travel attire.
The interesting thing is, our clothes actually says a great deal about each one of us. The clothes and shoes you adorn displays an estimate of your type of job position, spending habits, income level and also your personal emotions and personality. Some wear clothes just to fit in, not wanting to display their own feelings and emotions into what they wear outside. Many, like me, prefer to hide in baggy clothes and off size sweatshirts- simply because I just don’t want to think ahead of my outfit and sometimes, I just don’t feel comfortable in the clothes I wear.
That can tell you a lot about a person. A person who chooses to hide behind thick and heavy layers of clothing (doesn’t have to just be covered) may be feeling insecure and uncomfortable about their figure or weight size, they could even be covering up a deeper secret behind all those clothing layers. See, the interesting thing about humans is we have been on this earth, centuries upon centuries, studying and observing the trend of fashion among society yet we can’t seem to look beyond the clothes a person wear. I do believe that what we wear; is what we want others to think about us.
It doesn’t necessarily mean that what we wear is a measure of who we truly are and represent in our short cycle of life on Earth. We simply go through seasons of emotions, moods and feelings and not one of us can turn it off. I mean, we probably would if we could. It would definitely be easier to handle.
To fully portray my point, let’s take the Real Housewives TV show for example. Designer brands and signature Chanel bags used by the ladies as a status symbol shows just what a weapon our outfit suggests. When they argue, they don’t just use words, they’re using the brands and accessories as a tool to show where they stand at the hierarchy of popularity, power, rank and wealth. It’s used as an extension of fame, focusing on literally what money can buy and how to use that to advantage in comparing lifestyles within societal members.
Why does one consider blazer, tie and glossy shoes as a measure of a high-ranking job or to display success? Why does one judge a woman by the length of the skirt she wears to dinner? Is longer better or is shorter fashionable? When we walk in for an interview, why do we adorn the little black dress, blazer and black pumps? It’s an example of a classic look, one made possible through years and years of history.
But what makes the classic a classic? These are a few important questions I’m afraid there’s no straight way to answer it. On the bright side, not one piece of clothing makes a person look unsuccessful. However, if it looks like you didn’t pay enough attention or care to make your clothing work, then it comes off as a negative outlook. When choosing what to wear, choose wisely, practicality and comfortability are two big words that stand out from the other criterions. Elegance and style would be top for Coco Chanel lovers, however!
If you’re looking to create your own unique style, take all the time you need. Some people find their style early on, mainly celebrities, fashion icons and movie stars. However, if you do need an extra hand to choose a style, there are 7 different fashion styles for you to consider:
- Sporty (If you are a big fan of sporty clothes, you probably have a big exposure to physical activity and it conveys confidence, optimism, focus and a determination to push barriers in life.)
- Feminine/Girly (Covered in lace, floral prints and pastel colours, you are the vision of innocence and naïveté beauty. Plus, it also shows your composure, calm attitude and thoughtfulness.)
- Clean and Simple (Sometimes referred as a tomboy look, the user opts for a clean T-shirt with no frills/poof situation paired with killer jeans represents the look of modern comfort, kindness, honesty and being earnest.)
- Making a statement (This style doesn’t need an introduction or attention –it demands it.)
- Free-Spirited (Wild and flowy dresses are a big component of this fashion style, and inspires a carefree, enthusiastic, creative mind with an adventurous heart for adventure.)
- The trend-setter (This style caters to evolving, androgynous and extravagant pieces of clothing that makes up a look fit for the fashion stage or bust.)
- Homely and traditional (Think plaids, button-ups and comfy uggs. It displays a sense of resourceful, productive and energetic aura about this style!)
Conclusion
Humans, although constantly evolving and discovering newer places, creatures and things– we have yet to fully ponder on what’s inside of us. Maybe the brightest and biggest discovery lies within us, potentially closed off to the strangers passing by. We have to just tap into that primary source of inspiration and discover ourselves before we discover the world around us.