Describe a person who you think wear unusual clothes

Eclectic style

• ✅ Meaning: a style made up of many different influences or items

• 💡 In context: “She has an eclectic style, mixing traditional dresses with modern sneakers.”

Fashion-forward

• ✅ Meaning: ahead of current trends; modern and stylish

• 💡 In context: “Linh is really fashion-forward; she was wearing oversized blazers before they became popular.”

Stand out (phrasal verb)

• ✅ Meaning: to be noticeable or easily seen

• 💡 In context: “Her bright red dress made her stand out at the prom.”

Mix-and-match

• ✅ Meaning: combine different clothing items creatively

• 💡 In context: “She knows how to mix-and-match patterns without looking messy.”

Pull off (phrasal verb)

• ✅ Meaning: to succeed in wearing or doing something difficult

• 💡 In context: “Not everyone can pull off yellow hair, but she makes it look amazing.”

Make a fashion statement

• ✅ Meaning: express personality or attitude through clothing

• 💡 In context: “Her floral sandals are more than shoes; they make a fashion statement.”

Clothes make the man

• ✅ Meaning: people are judged by how they dress

• 💡 In context: “I think her style proves that clothes make the man, because people instantly notice her confidence.”

March to the beat of her own drum

• ✅ Meaning: live or act independently, not following the crowd

• 💡 In context: “She really marches to the beat of her own drum when it comes to fashion.”

Suit your style

• ✅ Meaning: to match your taste or personality

• 💡 In context: “This jacket really suits your style, it makes you look confident.”

Fall short of expectations

• ✅ Meaning: not as good as hoped

• 💡 In context: “The quality of the online clothes fell short of my expectations.”

Formal trousers

• ✅ Meaning: professional pants for work

• 💡 In context: “Most office workers wear formal trousers with shirts.”

Smart casual

• ✅ Meaning: a mix of casual and slightly formal clothing

• 💡 In context: “Many modern companies allow employees to dress in smart casual outfits.”

Fashion-conscious

• ✅ Meaning: very aware of fashion and trends

• 💡 In context: “Teenagers are usually more fashion-conscious than their parents.”

Dress code

• ✅ Meaning: rules about what people should wear in a certain place

• 💡 In context: “The company has a strict dress code, requiring suits and ties.”

Professional appearance

• ✅ Meaning: looking neat and suitable for work

• 💡 In context: “Wearing a blazer helps create a professional appearance.”

Express personality

• ✅ Meaning: show who you are through clothes or behavior

• 💡 In context: “Bright colors allow young people to express their personality.”

Having said that

• ✅ Meaning: used to introduce a contrasting point

• 💡 In context: “Most older people prefer simple clothes. Having said that, some seniors enjoy wearing colorful outfits.”