Home Economics Year 1

SECTION

2 THE CONCEPT OF
CLOTHING

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STRAND: CLOTHING AND TEXTILES

Sub-Strand: Psychosocial Aspect of Clothing

INTRODUCTION
This section introduces you to the psychosocial aspects of clothing that will help you
understand what clothing is; the various categories of clothing, and the reasons for wearing
clothes. We wear clothes, among others, for protection against the weather, for adornment,
for status, and for identification. Studying this section will enable you to select suitable
clothing and dress appropriately. In the subsequent lessons, you will also learn the various
ways of caring for and maintaining clothes. Caring for clothes includes the usage, cleaning
and storage to maintain their freshness. Caring for and maintaining clothes properly can
extend their lifespan, keep them looking their best, and save money in the long run. You
will then be introduced to the process of planning a wardrobe, selecting suitable clothes,
accessories and cosmetics that are in style, good in design as well as appropriate for present
and future use of individuals, families, and societies. Lastly, you will learn about good
grooming, its importance and how it relates to dress sense. Dressing well enhances one’s
personal appearance and builds one’s confidence.

At the end of this section, you should be able to:

• Explain the Concept of Clothing.

• Classify Clothes Under Various Categories.
• Discuss the Reasons for Wearing Clothes.
• Analyse various ways/techniques for caring for and maintaining clothing.
• Discuss wardrobe planning.
• Plan a wardrobe.
• Explain Good Grooming to Dress Sense

Key Ideas
• Clothing is anything worn or carried on the body to enhance one’s appearance.
• Clothing is categorised into clothes, cosmetics, and accessories.
• Clothing is worn for varied reasons. e.g., protection, adornment, mood expression,
belongingness, identification, culture, and climate.
• Caring for and maintaining clothing properly can extend their lifespan, keep them looking
their best, and save money in the long run.
• Ways and techniques for effective clothing care include reading care labels, sorting, drying
and stain removal.
• A wardrobe is a collection of clothes, accessories and cosmetics.

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• Wardrobe planning is the process of selecting clothes, accessories and cosmetics that are
in style, and good in design as well as appropriate for present and future use of individuals,
families, and societies.
• Good Grooming means having a pleasing appearance and conduct or poise (composure). It is
simply taking care of yourself and your body.
• Personal grooming and personal hygiene include dental care, skin care, hair care, nail care
and care of your clothing.
• Good grooming to dress sense therefore means the ability to dress well in an attractive
combination of clothes that suit you. It is also a good instinct (drive) for selecting garments
which suit the wearer.
• The importance of good grooming is to build self-confidence, gives vitality (liveliness) and
attracts social approval.

Concept of Clothing
Clothing refers to any item worn or carried on the body to enhance personal appearance.
Also known as clothes, garments, apparel, attire, or dress, clothing includes not only fabrics
or textiles but also accessories and cosmetics that complement one’s look. Historically,
clothing has been made from materials such as animal skins and other natural resources
available in the environment. The primary purpose of clothing extends beyond protection
and modesty; it also reflects cultural identity, personal style, and social status.

Fig. 2.1: Smock Fig. 2.2: Dress Fig 2.3: Jewellery

Fig 2.4: Handbag Fig 2.5: Perfumes Fig 2.6: Hats

Fig 2.7: Cosmetics Fig 2.8: Shoes Fig 2.9: Umbrella

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Activity 2.1

1. Research the psychosocial aspects of clothing. This may be internet-based

research or research from other sources, such as magazines, journals, or
information from local clothing or textile shops. Use various forms of
presentation, such as posters, pictures, catalogues, and PowerPoint to present
your findings to the class and teacher for review.
2. Individually, create a list of various types of clothing that people wear in
different situations, such as casual, formal, traditional, and sportswear. For each
type, briefly explain when it is commonly worn and its main features. Do this
task in your notebooks.

Activity 2.2

In pairs, choose a specific culture in Ghana and research the traditional clothing
associated with it.
Write a brief report highlighting the key features, significance, and occasions for
wearing that traditional attire. Present your findings using either a chart or a poster
that illustrates the clothing style and its cultural meaning.

Classification of Clothing
Clothing can be classified into various categories based on factors such as purpose, function,
occasion, and cultural significance. These classifications help us better understand how and
why different types of clothing are worn in specific contexts. From casual wear and formal
attire to traditional garments and specialised clothing for specific activities, each category
plays a unique role in fulfilling practical, social, and cultural needs. Understanding the
classification of clothing provides insight into how people dress for different occasions and
purposes.
Clothing classified according to uses and functions are as follows:
1. Clothes: Clothes refer to items worn to cover the body. Examples are shown in the
table below:

Clothes Examples

Under/Foundation garment Corsets, panty girdles, panties, brassiers, boxers, singlets, etc.

Inner garment Shirts, blouses, etc. (a shirt or blouse becomes an inner garment
when a coat is worn over it).

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Clothes Examples

Outer garment Shirt, blouse, T-shirt, jacket, dress, slit and kaba.

Casual/informal T-shirts, shorts, trousers, blouses, jackets, and dresses.

Formal/Occasional wear suit, smock, slit and kaba, kaftan, (all of which can be worn to
some of these events’ i.e.weddings, dinners, churches, mosques,
festivals, and workplaces).

Table 2.1: Examples of clothes

2. Cosmetics: these refer to products, procedures, or practices that are designed to

enhance a person’s appearance, primarily in terms of their physical features and
aesthetics. Examples of cosmetics:
a. Pomade
b. Powder
c. Perfume
d. Body paint
e. Lipstick
3. Accessories: Accessories are items that are worn or used to complement an outfit,
enhance personal style, or add a finishing touch to one’s appearance. Examples of
accessories:
a. Jewellery
b. Footwear
c. Eyeglasses
d. Handbags (carried objects)
e. Hosiery (stockings, socks, and tights)

Activity 2.3

Imagine you are part of a group tasked with organising a fashion show at school.
To ensure a diverse range of outfits, your group must classify the different types of
clothing that will be showcased. Think about the various categories clothing can fall
into, such as casual wear, formal wear, traditional attire, and sportswear.
Task:
1. In your group, discuss the different classifications of clothing and compare their
functions.
2. Create a visual display that showcases the types of clothing under each category.
Use images from magazines, online resources, or your own illustrations to
represent each category.

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3. Create posters, or an album to represent your findings. The poster or album

should include labels and short descriptions to guide viewers through the
different types of clothing.
4. Present your visual display to the class, explaining your classification choices.

Activity 2.4

Zakia is a 16-year-old SHS 1 student preparing for an important cultural event in

her community. She needs to decide what to wear for different parts of the event: a
morning procession, an afternoon discussion forum, and an evening dance. Each of
these activities has specific expectations regarding attire, and Zakia needs to select
suitable outfits.
Imagine you are in Zakia’s situation. Classify the types of clothing you would wear for
each segment of the event. Categorise your clothing choices based on the following
classifications:
1. Formal or Informal Wear
2. Cultural or Contemporary Clothing
3. Seasonal or Functional Attire
Tasks
1. Identify suitable clothing types for each part of the event and justify your
choices based on their classification and function.
2. Create a simple chart or visual display that shows the classification of the
selected clothing.
3. No discussion is required for this task; work independently to develop your
classification and presentation.

Reasons for Wearing Clothes

We wear clothing for various reasons. Some of the reasons are for:

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Protection: Clothing offers physical protection

to the body, shielding it from the effects of
climate and environmental hazards.

Adornment: An accessory or ornament worn to

enhance the beauty or status of the wearer.

Mood expression: For example, when one is

bereaved, one wears black or red; and when
one is happy, one wears white to express their
feelings.

Status: Clothing defines one’s position or rank

in comparison to others, e.g., queen mothers,
chiefs, and lawyers.

Modesty: This refers to covering the body

according to the code of decency established by
society. Dressing to expose some vital parts of
the body is not modest.

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Identification: It establishes who you are and

what you do. For example, students wear school
uniforms for identification, and national football
players wear national sports jerseys.

Worn accessories to complement outfit in one

column.

Table 2.2: Some reasons for wearing clothes

Activity 2.5

Case Study
Emefa visited the market and noticed a large, noisy crowd in front of a shop. As
she got closer, she saw that the commotion was caused by a young woman wearing
very tight trousers that clung to her body and a crop top. The crowd was hooting and
shouting at her due to her outfit.
Answer the following questions based on the scenario described:
1. Why do you think the crowd reacted by hooting and shouting at the woman
wearing tight trousers and a crop top?
2. What is your opinion on the crowd’s reaction and the woman’s choice of
clothing?
3. What advice would you give to your peers about dressing appropriately and
handling such situations?
Instructions:
1. Provide detailed answers to each question, considering social and cultural
factors.
2. Use clear and thoughtful reasoning to explain your opinions and advice.

Activity 2.6

Scenario

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In a local community, residents from diverse cultural backgrounds gather each year
for a traditional festival. During the festival, attendees wear various clothing styles
representing their culture, age, and background. Your role is to observe and understand
the reasons behind the different clothing choices made by people during this event.
Task:
Imagine you are attending the festival. As you observe the attendees, think about
the reasons why people wear clothes in general (e.g., protection, modesty, status,
decoration). List down at least four (4) reasons based on your observations.
Afterwards, create a short report summarising these reasons and link each one to a
specific example from the event.
Instructions:
1. Write a list of at least four reasons for wearing clothes.
2. For each reason, describe an example you observed at the event.
3. Summarise your findings in a report, explaining how the clothing aligns with the
reasons identified.
Self-Assessment
You are attending a formal musical event at your local community hall. Choose an
outfit that is appropriate for the occasion and reflects your style. Explain why you
selected this clothing and how it aligns with both the formality of the event and your
personality.

Extended Reading
Recommended reading materials and links for more information:
Forster, P. (2014). Clothing and textile. Winmat Publishers Limited: AccraLeonardo Ai Image
generatorPinterest.com
Click the links below to read more information on clothing and its classification https://www.google.
com/search?client=firefox-b-d&q=clothing+meaning
https://www.zebustore.com/blogs/fashion-1/what-is-fashion-classification-of-fashion-and-its-
description

Ways/Techniques of Caring for and

Maintaining Clothing
Hello learner, ways and techniques for effective clothing care including reading care labels,
sorting, drying and stain removal will be the focus of this next topic. Other processes and
practical activities include washing, ironing, mending and correct storage.
Now let us look at some of the ways we can maintain and care for clothes to keep them
looking their best and prolong their life span.
Ways and techniques for effective clothing care include the following

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1. Reading care labels.

2. Sorting.
3. Drying and stain removal.
4. Washing.
5. Ironing.
6. Mending.
7. and correct storage.
Have you seen some of these tags on your clothes?
Below are some of the care label symbols and their instructions.

Wash in mild Hand wash Do not

temperature machine dry

Steam iron Do not wring Dry flat

Fig 2.10: Care label symbols

Care and Maintenance of the Wardrobe

Caring for and maintaining the wardrobe is essential to ensure the clothes remain in good
condition, last longer, and continue to look their best. Proper care and maintenance of
the wardrobe includes, buying quality clothes, washing and ironing carefully following
garment laundering instructions on the care labels, rotating clothes (changing the clothes in
your wardrobe to match the needs of the season), store your cosmetics in a cool dry place
and knowing how to remove stains.

Proper Storage
Storing clothes well will increase their lifespan. Use good-quality hangers to prevent
stretching and distortion of clothing. Fold or hang clothes according to their fabric and
structure. Delicate fabrics may be better folded, while structured items like blazers should
be hung. Use garment bags for special occasion dresses, suits, and delicate items to protect
them from dust and damage.

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Mending Storage

Washing Ironing
Fig 2.11: Some techniques for Caring and Maintaining Clothes (Source: Pinterest.com)

Activity 2.7

Your mother asked you and your brother over the weekend to wash the family dirty
clothes. While sorting the clothes you realised that Daddy’s two shirts have some of
their buttons missing and the pocket of one of the trousers is torn, and one shirt is
badly soiled, while your sibling has chewing gum stuck in her uniform. Some of the
dresses are coloured, some plain with embroidery.
Using your knowledge in care and maintenance of clothing, complete the table below
to describe the best ways/techniques of caring for Daddy’s shirts and trouser; sibling’s
school uniform; coloured and plain dresses.

Problems Solutions
Missing buttons on shirts
Torn pocket on trousers
Soiled shirt
Chewing gum stuck on uniform
Coloured and plain dresses

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Activity 2.8

Conduct an interview on the various ways/techniques of caring for and maintaining

clothes in your community:
1. Look for three people from different cultural backgrounds in your community
2. Ask them the kind of clothes they wear or use
3. Find out from them how they wash their clothes, iron and store them.
4. Compare your findings with your classmates.
You could use a template to record your questions and their answers:

Instructions: You must think of questions about the processes of caring for and
maintaining clothes in the community.

Question:
Example: What type of clothes do you prefer to wear?
Answer:

Question:
Answer:

Question:
Answer:

Activity 2.9

Perform the following activities and write a report on them.

1. Pick two shirts/dresses, one clean and the other dirty. Keep in separate bags and
remove them after three days.
2. Steep white and coloured articles together and wash them with a powdered
detergent.
3. Stain two pieces of fabrics with ink. Wash one with water and detergent. Then
apply lemon juice and salt to the other stain and wash with a detergent.
a. Write your observations on the activities and share the results with your
friends in class
b. What are the lessons learnt?
You could use a template to record the activities, the results and your observations:

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Activities Results Your observations

Keep shirts/dresses in separate

bag (1 clean/1 dirty)

Steep white & coloured articles

together & wash

Stain fabric with ink, wash in

water & detergent

Stain fabric with ink, apply

lemon juice and salt

Extended Reading
Below are some recommended reading materials and links that you can visit or consult for more
information.
Links:
https://eco-age.com/resources/how-care-your-clothes-and-keep-them-longer/
https://twothirds.com/blogs/posts/10-tips-to-take-care-of-your-clothes
https://www.nytimes.com/guides/tmagazine/how-to-take-care-of-your-clothes
https://medium.com/age-of-awareness/8-ways-to-take-care-of-your-clothes-and-make-them-last-
longer-aa907406fdce
https://simplelionheartlife.com/how-to-take-care-of-your-clothes/
https://www.harpersbazaar.com/uk/fashion/fashion-news/news/a36982/how-to-care-for-your-
clothes/

Wardrobe Planning
Dear learner, you will be guided in selecting appropriate garments to create an organised
and functional wardrobe in this lesson.
Let us now look at the concept of wardrobe.

What is a wardrobe?
A wardrobe is a collection of clothes, accessories and cosmetics. It is the entire collection
of clothing, shoes, and accessories that an individual owns and wears. For example, shirts,
singlets, shorts, trousers, dresses, skirts, blouse, shoes, earring, necklace, pomade, perfume
form part of a wardrobe.
Closet: refers to a small, enclosed space or room used for storing clothing, shoes, and
accessories. It often has organisational systems like shelves, rods, and drawers to manage

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and display clothing items. In short, your wardrobe is the collection of clothes, while your
closet is one of the places where you store them.

wardrobe closet
Fig 2.12: Forms of wardrobe

I hope you have enjoyed learning about the concept of wardrobe. Now you are going to learn
about the factors to consider when planning a wardrobe, reasons for wardrobe planning and
types of storage habits.

Factors to consider when planning a wardrobe

Wardrobe planning is the process of selecting clothes, accessories and cosmetics that are
in style, and good in design as well as appropriate for present and future use of individuals,
families, and societies. Planning a wardrobe involves careful consideration of the individual,
the family style, lifestyle, and practical needs. The factors to consider when planning a
wardrobe include personal style, available money, lifestyle and activities, climate and
season, fit and comfort what is in the existing wardrobe.
What do you think are some of the reasons for planning a wardrobe? Now, let us learn about
the reasons for wardrobe planning. You are expanding your knowledge keep it up

Reasons for wardrobe planning

When you plan your wardrobe, it helps to reduce fatigue, saves money, it will enhance
personal style, extend garment lifespan and save space.

Types of storage habits

Individuals in the family store their clothes in different ways such as in bags, plastic
containers, hanging on ropes or bars, others in box and baskets. Here are some samples of
ways we store our clothes.
Look at some pictures below about the types of storage habits used by some individuals in
our communities. Which of them do you use at home?

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Hope you have enjoyed learning about the concept of wardrobe, factors to consider when
planning wardrobe. Now let us look at how to plan your wardrobe.

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Wardrobe Planning
The key steps to basic wardrobe planning are to identify your wardrobe needs, build your
core wardrobe, review your wardrobe, optimise and filter out unwanted items.

Wardrobe designing tips – layout

Calculate the numbers or types of clothes, prioritise space for dresses or longer hanging
clothes, fold knits and sweaters to avoid damage to the clothing, consider seasonal storage
when designing, create a noticeable divide for a shared closet, design the layout with extra
shoe storage in mind.

Guidelines for planning wardrobe

1. Define your personal style: Identify your fashion preferences, body shape, and lifestyle
needs.
2. Assess your closet: Take stock of your existing clothes, shoes, and accessories.
3. Set a budget: Determine how much you can spend on new pieces.
4. Consider your lifestyle: Plan for work, formal events, casual outings, and daily life.
5. Select a range of colours that complement your skin tone and personal style.
6. Add accessories: Add hats, scarves, belts, and jewellery to complete your outfits.
7. Invest in quality: Prioritise well-made, high-quality pieces that will last.
8. Review and adjust: Regularly assess your wardrobe and make changes as needed to
ensure it remains functional and stylish.

How to organise your wardrobe

1. Organise and sort: group articles of clothing that go together – tops, dresses, and
pants.
2. Define your style and assess your lifestyle: go down memory lane check out some old
photos and compare them with the ones recently taken. Try to evaluate which look you
are most comfortable with and consider the type of events you go to.
3. Decluttering is key: evaluate whether you still need items that you have had for a long
time. Invest carefully: Think of what you need do not buy items just because they are
trendy or on sale.

Benefits of wardrobe planning

1. Reduces daily decision fatigue in selecting clothes for occasions or events.
2. Helps shop smart, avoid impulse buys, and invest in timeless pieces because you are
guided with a budget.
3. Helps define and refine your unique style and aesthetic with your choice of clothes.
4. Reduces stress, boosts self-expression and confidence through intentional fashion
choices. Extends the life of your clothes through proper care, storage, and rotation.

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Activity 2.10

Prepare a well-labelled album on different types of wardrobes using resources

available in the community and present for appraisal.
Materials: Get an album, glue, pen, ruler, and cutter or sharp knife.
Hint: You can use an already made album or prepare your own by using cardboard
or any material.

Activity 2.11

Plan a wardrobe for yourself and write a report on the procedure and share with your
friends.

Activity 2.12

Search the internet, magazines, watch videos and plan a wardrobe for the following
individuals in society. Ensure that you include work clothes, casual everyday clothes
and clothes for events and special occasions.
• Auto mechanic
• Footballer
• Police officer
• Bank worker
Hint: You can use an already made album or prepare your own by using cardboard
or any material.

The Concept of Good Grooming

Dressing appropriately to enhance one’s body figure is known as dress sense. It is also the
super ability to make any informal or ordinary inexpensive clothes look amazing, attractive,
and fashionable on one’s figure. When one has dress sense, one is also well groomed.
The type of figure you have, its proportion and characteristics should be considered when
selecting the style of a garment.
Let us look at what good grooming is

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What is good grooming?

Good grooming means practising good hygiene techniques and general composure. It
involves caring for one’s body, teeth, fingernails and hair. For example, styling hair, shaving,
trimming and painting fingernails. Why do you think good grooming is important?
Now let us look at the importance of good grooming.

Importance of good grooming

1. It enhances one’s personality and interpersonal relationships.
2. It gives you self- confidence since you feel good about yourself. For example, having a
neat clean dress makes you approach others with ease, unlike when you dress is dirty.
3. It hepls you to feel good about yourself, hence increases your self acceptance.
4. It helps you make a good first impression and win acceptance of others quickly.
5. It heps you to be conscious of hygiene always. Therefore, making you healthy and free
from illnesses and diseases.
6. It gives you respect as others may admire your appearance.
7. It enhances your physical appearance and beauty.

The importance of good grooming in relation to dress sense

Good, what do you think dress sense is?
Dress sense is believed to be that super ability to make any informal or ordinary inexpensive
clothes look amazing, attractive, and fashionable. It is the ability to think out of the box
coupled with a great deal of insight into how your body looks, which fabric, colours and
the cut of garment and how to use accessories. Accessories are items of clothing carried or
worn to complete a garment or outfit. They are added or worn to make one’s dressing more
attractive.

Some simple ways to improve your dress sense

Here are a few aspects to pay attention to, to make sure you are choosing the best clothes
for yourself:

The cut of garment

The price of the outfit does not matter but its tailoring does. Good tailoring reflects in
how the fabric sits on your body, how it looks in photographs, and how attractive you look
walking around in it.

Dress according to body type

Everyone is beautiful and if they dress according to their body type, they can look the best
version of themselves. Evaluate your body in the mirror and find out which body type you
belong to. Some body types are short and plump, tall and angular, tall plump, figure with
large hips and figure with large bust. You need your clothes to highlight your best parts and
overshadow your not-so-great parts.
For example:

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Short and plump: If you are short and plump, wear stripes or vertical patterned designs
such as panels, simple styles with vertical tucks or seams to make you look taller.
Tall and Angular (thin/slender): If you are tall and angular (slender), wear separates of
contrasting colour, double-breasted coats and jackets, fabric with bright bold patterns,
dresses that fall from the shoulder or yoke lines. Avoid tight-fighting garments and
clinging fabrics and outfits in one colour.
Tall plump: Wear simple styles, fussy (over-elaborate) frills, interesting collar neckline.
Do not wear sleeves with pleats or gathers at the sleeve head or bold all-over patterns
or fabrics with shinny surfaces.
Figure with large hips: Choose styles that hang from the shoulder or chest yoke line.
Wear separates with a bright top and dark-coloured skirt. Avoid tight belts and tightly
fitting waist and short sleeves.

Fig 2.13: Colourful tops with dark pants

Figure with a large bust: Wear “V” necklines, one-piece dress, or hip line interest,
separates with a dark top and light skirt. Avoid high neck lines, frills on the bodice and
short sleeves.
Now try these activities. This will bring you closer to new discoveries!

Activity 2.13

Practice good grooming at home. E.g., proper sitting, proper walking, proper talking,
proper eating manners and wearing neat clothes.

Activity 2.14

Sketch your figure type and suggest the type of dress to fit your figure type. Share this
with your friend in class and compare yours with a friend.

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Activity 2.15

Find out from sources such as the internet, books and magazines the suitable clothing
for different body types. Report in class for further discussions.

Activity 2.16

In the classroom: Your teacher will guide you to do the following in the classroom
1. Have a panel discussion on good grooming.
2. Role-play to model aspects of good grooming to dress sense.
3. Organise a modelling session on good grooming using appropriate costumes.

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Review Questions 2.1

1. What do you understand by the term clothing?

2. Akua dressed for her sister’s wedding ceremony. As part of her outfit, she carried
a well-decorated peach handbag and wore a golden necklace with earrings and
bangles to match perfectly with the dress.
She also applied some foundation powder to brighten her face, added a dash of
lipstick to her lips, and a splash of Avon perfume. Categorise Akua’s outfit under
the following headings:
a. Accessories
b. Cosmetics
3. Eyram, a fashion designer, is hosting a focus group with a diverse range of
participants to gain insights into why they choose certain types of clothing. The
participants come from various backgrounds, cultures, and age groups. What
information would help Eyram understand the diverse motivations behind their
clothing choices?

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Review Questions 2.2

1. How will you apply best practices in caring for and maintaining clothes in your
home?
2. How will you store your clothes to prolong their life span?
3. How will the knowledge and skills acquired from the lesson help you appreciate
the need for caring for and maintaining clothes?

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Review Questions 2.3

1. Your friend missed the lesson on wardrobe planning. Explain the concept of
wardrobe to her in your own words.
2. Zara is always late for work because she spends time searching her wardrobe for
the appropriate clothing to wear. What advice would you give to Zara to address
this problem?
3. How will a well-planned wardrobe benefit you?
4. Describe how you would plan your wardrobe?

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Review Questions 2.4

1. Explain in your own words, the concepts of good grooming and dress sense
2. Why is good grooming important?
3. Explain how good grooming can be applied to promote dress sense among
individuals.
4. You have been invited to a friend’s birthday party. How will you dress for the
occasion having in mind the lesson on dress sense and figure types? Explain aspects
that will help you choose the best clothes for yourself.
5. Complete the table below by suggesting how the following figure types should
dress appropriately.

Figure Type Suggested appropriate dressing

Short and plump

Figure with large hips

Figure with a large bust

Tall and Angular (thin/

slender

Tall plump

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Extended Reading
Below are some recommended reading materials and links that you can visit or consult for more
information
https://www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › english
https://www.fibre2fashion.com/industry-article/9237/5-simple-ways-to-improve-your-dressing-
sense
https://www.google.com/search?q=hourglass+body+shape&sca_esv=83f986b0ebb106d7&sca_
upv=1&sxsrf=
https://lookiero.co.uk/blog/inverted-triangle-body-shape

References
Forster, P. (2014). Clothing and textiles. Winmat Publishers Limited: Accra - Page 69
Foster A. J. et. Al (1982). Creative Living-Concepts in Home Economics. Glencoe and McGrow –
Hill, New York (pages 529-552)
Valerie. I. Cook (1972). Dress- making Simplified. MacGibbon & Kee. London (pages 44-49)
Forster, P. (2014). Clothing and textile. Winmat Publishers Limited: Accra.
Gavor, E. M., Ampong, I. & Tetteh-Cofie, D. (2014). Clothing and Textiles for Schools and
Colleges. Legon-Accra, Ghana: Adwinsa Publications (Gh) Ltd.
https://www.brainkart.com/article/Wardrobe-Planning_37460/
https://likedasov.live/product_details/53344136.html
https://www.theghanareport.com/chop-box-coffin-reflection-on-our-innovative-inclinations/
https://www.ebay.com/itm/394414603626
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Acknowledgements

List of Contributors
Name Institution

Nyarko Lily-Versta Mancell Girls’ SHTS, Kumasi

Karim Ankrah Mohammed Gbewaa College of Education, Pusiga

Akompi Dorcas Abena Asesewa SHS

Judith Sakara

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