M: So you really believe that clothes carry a kind of message for other people and that what we put on is in some way a reflection of what we feel
W: Oh yes, very much so. Now people are beginning to take seriously the idea of a kind of psychology of clothing, to believe that there is not just individual taste in our clothes but also a thinking behind what we wear which is trying to express something we may not even be aware of ourselves.
M: But surely this has always been the case. We all dress up when we want to impress someone, such as for a job interview with a prospective employer; we then make an effort and put on something smart.
W: True, but that’s a conscious act. What I am talking about is more of a subconscious thing. Take for example the student who is away from home at college or university: if he tends to wrap himself up more than the others, this is because he is probably feeling homesick. Similarly, a general feeling of insecurity can
A. A desire to express oneself and show one’s wealth
B. Individual taste and love for beauty
C. Love for beauty and a desire to impress other people
D. Individual taste and a desire to express oneself.
M: So you really believe that clothes carry a kind of message for other people and that what we put on is in some way a reflection of what we feel
W: Oh yes, very much so. Now people are beginning to take seriously the idea of a kind of psychology of clothing, to believe that there is not just individual taste in our clothes but also a thinking behind what we wear which is trying to express something we may not even be aware of ourselves.
M: But surely this has always been the case. We all dress up when we want to impress someone, such as for a job interview with a prospective employer; we then make an effort and put on something smart.
W: True, but that’s a conscious act. What I am talking about is more of a subconscious thing. Take for example the student who is away from home at college or university: if he tends to wrap himself up more than the others, this is because he is probably feeling homesick. Similarly, a general feeling of insecurity can
A. They may be homesick and feel insecure.
B. They are either cold or very sick.
C. They may try to attract other people’s attention.
D. They want to protect themselves from physical injuries.
F: Oh, it’s so kind of you. May I open it
M: Sure. I hope you like it.
F: Wow! Such a cool dress! Yes, I love it. Thanks a million!
M: You are welcome. Why don’t you put it on for me to see
F: Isn’t it lovely
M: Only the color. It would be even more attractive if it is redder.
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