Style

Intro

1. Learn Vocabulary - Learn some new vocabulary before you start the lesson.

• expression
• stand out
• stereotypical
• indication

• generalization
• rebellious
• anxious
• pretentious

• sophisticated
• hip-hop
• politically active
• second-hand

• Whew
• diversity

2. Read and Prepare - Read the introduction and prepare to hear the audio.

For some people, clothing is nothing but a way to stay warm – a way to protect oneself from the weather. For others, clothing is an expression of personality and creativity. It’s a way to show the world who one is, and how one is feeling.
In the U.S., there are many different styles, but a few stand out from the others. This collection of styles are the most common and the most stereotypically respresentative of specific personalites.
Read on to learn more about some of the most popular styles in the U.S..

Dialog

1. Study - Read the dialog again to see how the vocab words are used.

Characteristics

Brands

The clothes one wears aren’t necessarily an indication of personality, but it is possible to make generalizations regarding specific styles. For example:
anxious, wild, crazy

Brands:   Dickies, Vans, Skate/Snowboard Clothing

pretentious, sophisticated

Brands:   Polo/Ralph Lauren, LaCoste, Calvin Klein, Banana Republic

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Characteristics:   Big city, rich, stylish, hip-hop

Brands:   Fubu, Sean John, Roc-a-Fella, Kangol, Nike, Reebok

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Characteristics:   Urban, artistic, creative, intelligent, educated

Brands:   Adidas, Puma, Diesel, Urban Outfitters

politically active

Brands:   Anything handmade or second-hand