Consumer Studies - Clothing

What is the role of appearance in the workplace? (1.1)

your clothing communicates information about you to others

What is the role of appearance in the workplace? (1.2)

You must know who you are, what you feel and what image you would like to convey to others

What is the role of appearance in the workplace? (1.3)

You should consider what a potential employer or co-worker would think of your appearance

What is the role of appearance in the workplace? (1.4)

Your goal is to project a professional, competent image

What are the guidelines for clothing and accessory purchase?

The four main aspects that you should consider are: selecting the best article for your environment and requirements, getting the maximum value for your purchase, considering quality and pricing and buying shoes

What are the guidelines for clothing and accessory purchase? (Select the article that best suits your requirements and needs 1)

Build a stylish wardrobe that suits your colouring, body shape, personality, lifestyle and budget

What are the guidelines for clothing and accessory purchase? (Select the article that best suits your requirements and needs 2)

Clothing should reflect your personality and where you want to go or what you aspire to be

What are the guidelines for clothing and accessory purchase? (Select the article that best suits your requirements and needs 3)

Styles and colours should be stylish and contemporary and make you feel great

What are the guidelines for clothing and accessory purchase? (Get Maximum value from purchases 1)

Avoid buying clothes that will not match well with what you already have to avoid additional spending

What are the guidelines for clothing and accessory purchase? (Get Maximum value from purchases 2)

Plan each item that you buy so that you are able to mix and match it with at least three other items that you already have

What are the guidelines for clothing and accessory purchase? (Get Maximum value from purchases 3)

Don’t buy items that are dated, they should be in the rising to peak stage of the fashion cycle

What are the guidelines for clothing and accessory purchase? (Get Maximum value from purchases 4)

Decide the purpose for buying the item as well as how, when and where you will use it

What are the guidelines for clothing and accessory purchase? (Get Maximum value from purchases 5)

Purchase versatile garments that can be used in more than one season

What are the guidelines for clothing and accessory purchase? (Get Maximum value from purchases 6)

Purchase garments that can be used in both formal and informal settings

What are the guidelines for clothing and accessory purchase? (Get Maximum value from purchases 7)

At least 20 percent of your wardrobe and accessories should be dedicated to being fashionable and trendy

What are the guidelines for clothing and accessory purchase? (Consider quality and price 1)

Decide on your price range

What are the guidelines for clothing and accessory purchase? (Consider quality and price 2)

Always purchase the best quality that you can afford

What are the guidelines for clothing and accessory purchase? (Consider quality and price 3)

Study labels to gain information about the fibre content, finishes and suggested care procedures

What are the guidelines for clothing and accessory purchase? (Consider quality and price 4)

Evaluate the garment’s fit, quality of construction

What are the guidelines for clothing and accessory purchase? (Buying Shoes 1)

Choose shoes that fit well to avoid getting tired out and experiencing pain when wearing and do not have very high heels or pointed toes

What are the guidelines for clothing and accessory purchase? (Buying Shoes 2)

Look for quality leather or suede shoes and try both on before deciding on which to buy

What are the guidelines for clothing and accessory purchase? (Buying Shoes 3)

Choose neutral shoe colours such as black, navy or metallic colours or shoes that are the same or a slightly darker colour than your hemline

What are the guidelines for clothing and accessory purchase? (Buying Shoes 4)

Gather information about the latest footwear trends to be able to make an informed choice when buying shoes