Unit 1: A New Look - Vocabulary

Vocabulary flashcards created from Unit 1: 'A New Look' lecture notes and word list.

ankle boots

Short boots that cover the foot and reach the ankle.

attitude

A person's way of thinking, feeling, or behaving.

bald

Having little or no hair on the head.

bangles

Rigid bracelets worn around the wrist or arm.

be the centre of attention

To be the person everyone is looking at or listening to.

beanie

A small, close-fitting knitted hat.

blouse

A woman's or girl's shirt or top.

carefree

Free from anxieties, worries, or responsibilities.

come across as

To make a particular impression on others.

disobedient

Refusing to obey rules or authority.

down-to-earth

Practical, realistic, and sensible.

easy-going

Relaxed, calm, and happy to accept things without worry.

ethical brand

A clothing or product brand that operates morally and responsibly towards people and the environment.

fast fashion

Inexpensive clothing produced rapidly by mass-market retailers in response to trends.

feel comfortable in your own skin

To feel confident and relaxed about who you are.

go with the flow

To accept situations as they happen without trying to control them.

have a lot in common with

To share similar interests, ideas, or features with someone.

rebellious

Showing a desire to resist or challenge authority and conventions.

shallow

Lacking deep thought, serious feelings, or depth of character.

vain

Excessively proud of one's own appearance or achievements.

brightly-coloured

Having vivid and strong colours.

cutting-edge

Highly advanced, modern, or innovative.

distressed jeans

Jeans designed with visible wear, deliberate tears, or fading for a worn appearance.

hard-wearing

Durable and able to withstand heavy or long use.

iconic

Widely recognized and highly influential as a symbol of a particular era or style.

multi-purpose

Having several different uses or functions.

originate

To come into existence from a particular place or source.

fall out with

To argue and stop being friendly with someone.

get along (well) with

To have a friendly, harmonious relationship with someone.

lose touch with

To stop maintaining contact or communication with someone.