Module Clothing and Fashion

Module Clothing and Fashion

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Module Index

2. Speaking

1. Presentation

3. Reading

4. Clothing and Fashion Vocabulary

5. Listening

6. Expressing my opinion

8. Language Production

7. Immersive Experience

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Module Introduction

Welcome to this e-learning module on Fashion and Clothing! 🌟 This course is designed to help you improve your English skills through a practical and everyday topic : the clothes we wear 👗👞👔. Even if you're not particularly interested in fashion, this module will provide you with essential language skills that you can use in daily life, whether shopping, traveling, or simply discussing preferences. Let’s get started and make learning English practical and engaging !

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Presentation

Objectives

At the end of this module, you will be capable of :

• Naming and recognizing a wide range of clothes and clothing items in English.
• Describing an outfit, giving your opinion about a fashion style and express clothing preferences.
• Understanding written and oral texts related to clothing and fashion.
• Simulating a conversation in English asking for sizes, prices and explaining your preferences when it comes to fashion style.

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SPEAKING

Speaking Activity

Watch the video and answer to the questions. Then record yourself aswering each question.

Answer to these questions.

Record your answers and send the link to your teacher.

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READING

Reading activity

A day in Nina's Boutique

Nina owns a small but stylish clothing boutique in the heart of NYC. This morning, she opened the doors and welcomed her first customer, Mr. Johnson, who was looking for a new suit for an important meeting. She helped him choose a navy-blue suit, paired with a crisp white shirt and a matching tie. Soon after, a young woman named Sophie walked in. She needed an outfit for a summer party. She picked a beautiful floral dress, but she also tried on a silky blouse with a matching skirt. Unsure of what to buy, she asked Nina for advice. Then, a mother and her son entered the store. The little boy needed a warm coat for winter, and his mom was looking for a stylish jacket for herself. As they browsed, another customer grabbed a simple t-shirt and a pair of comfortable trousers, while a teenager in a rush bought ripped jeans and some casual shorts for the weekend.

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READING

Reading activity

A day in Nina's Boutique

An elderly gentleman named David came next, searching for a cozy pullover and a soft cardigan for the colder days ahead. Meanwhile, a group of friends picked out trendy hoodies, colorful scarves, and warm gloves for a trip to the mountains. Towards the evening, Nina noticed a old man shopping for bedtime clothes—he chose a striped pyjama set and some comfortable boxers. A young girl nearby selected a new bra, matching pants, and soft socks for lounging at home. As the store was about to close, a tourist entered, needing comfortable sandals for walking around the city. She also asked for elegant shoes. Ten minutes before closing the boutique, young kid picked sturdy boots, a baseball cap, completing his sporty look for an upcoming adventure.

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READING ACTIVITY

Activity 1

Link the character to the clothes bought at Nina's boutique

suit, white shirt, tie

dress, blouse, skirt

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pullouver, cardigan

hoodies, scarves, gloves

SOPHIE

DAVID

Mr. johnson

A GROUP OF FRIENDS

CLOTHING AND FASHION VOCABULARY

VOCABULARY

Look at the following images and learn how to say it in English. Write the vocabulary down on your notebook

CAP

BOOTS

SHOES

SUIT

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CLOTHING AND FASHION VOCABULARY

VOCABULARY

Look at the following images and learn how to say it in English. Write the vocabulary down on your notebook

SHIRT

TIE

DRESS

BLOUSE

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CLOTHING AND FASHION VOCABULARY

VOCABULARY

Look at the following images and learn how to say it in English. Write the vocabulary down on your notebook

SKIRT

SHORTS

T-SHIRT

SANDALS

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CLOTHING AND FASHION VOCABULARY

VOCABULARY

Look at the following images and learn how to say it in English. Write the vocabulary down on your notebook

COAT

JACKET

HOODIE

CARDIGAN

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CLOTHING AND FASHION VOCABULARY

VOCABULARY

Look at the following images and learn how to say it in English. Write the vocabulary down on your notebook

PANTS

JEANS

GLOVES

SCARF

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CLOTHING AND FASHION VOCABULARY

VOCABULARY

Look at the following images and learn how to say it in English. Write the vocabulary down on your notebook

PYJAMA

BOXERS

BRA

SOCKS

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listening

Listen to Levis Strauss history and take some notes.

DO THE QUIZ

vocabulary

+ info

fun fact

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expressing my opinion

How to express my opinion ?

Watch the video about some useful phrases to express our opinion, to agree and disagree in an English conversation. It would be useful if you take some notes !

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expressing my opinion

Express my opinion

Ask other people's opinion

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• I think ...
• I (strongly) believe ...
• I like ...
• In my opinion ...
• In my honest opinion ...

• What do you think about ... ?
• How do you feel about ...?
• What's your opinion about ... ?

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expressing my opinion

How to agree

How to disagree

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• I disagree
• That's not right
• I don't think that's very good
• I'm not sure about that
• I partly agree with you

• I agree
• That's right
• Me too

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expressing my opinion

Giving my opinion in fashion ...

Look at the following outfits and answer to the questions. Don't forget to use the phrases to express your opinion. Record yourself and send the recording to the teacher.

1. Which outfits do you like the most ? Why ?
2. Would you wear any of these outfits ? If not, what would you change ?
3. How would you describe these outfits ?
4. What kind of accesories do you see the models are wearing ?
5. What materials or fabrics do you think these outfits are made of ?
6. Do you think these outfits are fashionable? Why or why not?
7. How would you define your own fashion style ?

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IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE

Virtual Tour

Individually, get into the Thyssen Museum and explore Balenciaga's exhibition. Discover all the floors and get a look of all kinds of clothing, colours, sizes and textures. Choose one item by floor and express your opinion about it.

• Describe the item. Why did you choose it ?
• Talk about the colours, the forms.
• What other piece of clothing or accessory could this item be worn with ?
• On what occasion could the item you have chosen be worn?

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LANGUAGE PRODUCTION

Production activity

Click on the items to discover your language production activity.

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Module completed!

Congratulations. You have completed this clothing and fashion module !

You are now capable of :

• Naming and recognizing a wide range of clothes and clothing items in English.
• Describing an outfit, giving your opinion about a fashion style and express clothing preferences.
• Understanding written and oral texts related to clothing and fashion.
• Simulating a conversation in English asking for sizes, prices and explaining your preferences when it comes to fashion style.

Good job!

Levis fact ...

Levi’s is committed to sustainability. Old jeans can be recycled into insulation material, and many stores offer recycling programs. Additionally, Levi’s encourages reusing and repurposing jeans to extend their life cycle.

Did you know ...

Levi’s offers a wide range of styles, including skinny, slim, straight, bootcut, and relaxed fits. Each style is designed to suit different body types and personal preferences.

Questions

1. Do you like fashion ? Why is it important for you ?
2. What are your favourite clothing brands ?
3. How would you describe your own fashion style ?
4. Have you ever been to a fashion event ? Talk more about it.
5. Do you have any concerns about the fashion industry ?
6. Are you interested in luxury clothes and brands ? Why does it interest you ?

Instructions

Read the following text and pay attention to the words in bold. Do not forget to take notes about the people visiting the boutique and the clothes and the accesories that they buy.

Some vocabulary ...

• dry goods : clothing, fabric, and other items to sell
• miner : a person who searches for gold, diamonds, etc.
• durable : last a long time.
• fabric : material for clothing, curtains, etc.
• tailor : a person who sews clothing.
• rivet : a metal piece that holds 2 thing together. (You can see the metal on Levi’s jeans)
• patent : an inventor’s right to be the only one making or selling a product
• think it over : think about it, decide