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Lexico-Grammar IV

Sandra Herrera H.
CLOTHING DESCRIPTIONS

CLASSIFY THE WORDS: sleeve – earring – extra large – beads – polka-dotted – well-dressed – cashmere – faded – silk – elegant –
button – plaid – suede – floral – chic – messy – striped – collar – worn – satin – baggy – turtleneck – checked – scruffy – short sleeve
– animal print – pocket – medium – necklace – V-neck – rubber – trendy – ring – tartan – fashionable – cuff – plus size – bracelet –
sleeveless – waist – soil – cotton – hood – flowered – petite – bangle – long sleeve – denim – small – fitted – polyester – old-
fashioned – spotted – nose ring – hem – smart – zip – heel – leather – plain – lace – comfortable – buckle

Pattern Size Clothing Parts Material Accessories Positive Negative


Characteristics Characteristics

USING THE WORDS FROM THE PREVIOUS EXERCISE, COMPLETE THESE DEFINITIONS:
1. It is a part of a jacket, shirt, jersey or coat that is at the top and goes around/touches a person's neck.
2. It is a part of a jacket, shirt, jersey or coat that covers a person's arm.
3. A pattern/design on a piece of clothing that has flowers that cover the fabric/material.
4. When a piece of clothing has no pattern/design on the fabric/material. It is normally just one color.
5. It is a metal (and sometimes plastic) part of a piece of clothing (normally on trousers or coats) that is used to open or close
something very quickly.
6. The long and thin part of a shoe and a sneaker used to make sure that the shoe or trainer don't fall off/come off a person's foot.
7. It is a part of a piece of clothing (normally on trousers, jackets or coats) where a person can put small objects/things into (e.g. a
wallet, money, mobile/cell phone/ etc.).
8. A plastic, metal or wood round/circular part of a piece of clothing (normally on shirts, jackets, coats and sometimes on trousers)
that is used to open or close something.
9. A pattern/design on a piece of clothing that has lots of small squares that cover the fabric/material.
10. It is a part of a piece of clothing (normally on coats) that is used to cover the head when it is raining or cold.
11. A pattern/design on a piece of clothing (normally on shirts) that has white or colored vertical lines that cover the fabric/material.

MATCH THE CLOTHING ARTICLES (A-P) TO THEIR DESCRIPTIONS (1-16). SOME DESCRIPTIONS MAY FIT MORE THAN
ONE CLOTHING ARTICLE.
(a) boots (d) hat (g) coat (j) shirt (m) dress code (p) blouse
(b) clothes (e) jacket (h) shoes (k) sweater (n) suit
(c) skirt (f) dress (i) socks (l) pants (o) gown
1. It can be short-sleeved, long-sleeved, collared, buttoned-down, dress or polo.
2. They can be high-heeled, low-heeled, lace-up, backless, sling-back, peep-toe or pointed.
3. It can be long, short, knee-length, off-the-shoulder, backless, sleeveless, or strapless.
4. It can be long, short, A-line, straight, frilly or pleated.
5. They can be tight, baggy, low-rise, high-waisted, flared, wide-legged, or capri.
6. It can be embroidered, frilly, V-necked, puff-sleeved or sleeveless.
7. It can be straw, derby, cowboy, or wide-brimmed.
8. It can be fur, leather, suede, tweed, or waterproof.
9. There can be a night, wedding, ball, or evening one.
10. It can be casual, classic, formal, elegant, conservative, sporty, designer or off-the-peg.
11. It can be casual, semi-formal, formal or black tie.
12. There can be snow, sweat, three-piece, or bathing.
13. It can be knitted, cashmere, woolen, turtleneck, cardigan or pullover.
14. They can be knee-high, ankle, mid-calf, cushioned, or athletic.
15. It can be denim, leather, waterproof, hooded, or windbreaker.
16. There can be high, ankle, knee-length, rubber, lace up, army ones.
MATCH THE WORDS GIVEN WITH THE CORRECT DESCRIPTION.
stylish / fashionable / chic – latest - in – hot - trendy - must-have - essential - vintage - iconic - timeless - classic - fave
1. Informal, slang, short for ‘favorite’
2. Something you absolutely need to own!
3. Wearing clothing that is popular now
4. Old, but high quality and valuable; the item of clothing may have been worn before by someone else
5. Wanted, everybody has to have it
6. Something that is still beautiful no matter how much time passes, no matter what the current trends or styles are
7. Newest, most recent
8. Famous, memorable, representing a certain time and place
9. What everyone else is wearing right now; a new, popular style
10. Traditional, always fashionable/stylish, popular for a long time
11. Necessary, important
12. Popular, fashionable; short for ‘in style’
NOW USE THE EXPRESSIONS FROM THE PREVIOUS EXERCISE TO COMPLETE THE EXAMPLES.
1. Crocodile bags are very _______________ this season.
2. The new Prada handbag is this season’s _______________ accessory!
3. Stella McCartney is my __________________ fashion designer.
4. Karen is so ____________! She must read all the fashion magazines to keep up with the latest trends.
5. Anna Nicole Smith will be remembered for her ___________________ Guess ad campaign in the early 1990s.
6. The new Prada boots are so _________________t that all the stores are sold out and there is a waiting list for them!
7. Ellen was shopping at a thrift store last week and she found an amazing __________________ Chanel jacket.

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