Chapter 1

 Protection  Insulates from the cold  Protects our skin from burning  Protects people from harm Football players (pads, helmet) Firefighters (bunker gear) Police officers (bullet proof vests) Construction workers (reflective gear, hat)  Sanitary reasons Hospitals (gloves, masks) Restaurants (hairnets, gloves)

 Identification  Clothing can help identify members of any kind of group.  Uniforms Police officers Firefighters Military School children Hotel staff Airline personnel Marching band Umpire  Badges and emblems on clothing also show participation

 Modesty  Modesty has changed over time  What influences your modesty?  Occasion  People  Religion  Rules – dress codes

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 Status  (definition) – position or rank within a group  Kings & Queens – crowns  Drum Major – different hat or no hat  Graduation cords  Military rank patches  Letter jacket patches  fraternity / sorority shirts

 Adornment  People wear clothing and jewelry to enhance their appearance and attract attention.  Expresses uniqueness and creativity  Brings admiration and recognition

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