1. 1 Culture and Customs Chapter 2

2. 2 Why is the world smaller today???

3. 3 Communication across continents People travel to other areas with ease Places are not so far or remote

4. 4 Clothing Reflects Cultures Each society has its own culture (collected ideas, skills, beliefs, institutions or a society at a particular time in history) Food, entertainment, art, religion, politics technology Every culture has something special/unique about is clothing

5. 5 National Costumes National costumes had practical beginnings Ancient Celts (highlands of Scotland) wove clan blankets with special plaid to identify each clan 16 th century- they wrapped the blankets around to form the kilt

6. 6 Middle Eastern—where it is hot – cold at night Turban became common clothing item Absorbed sweat, insulated from cold Hawaiian muumuu, North African caftan Arabian kibr – hooded robe with sleeves

7. 7 Global Trends Describe how kids at Beulah dress alike? How do they dress differently??? Do they dress similar to other teens in other countries??

8. 8 Many people wear similar styles across the globe Mass communication global distribution People wear clothing for comfort more now May only wear traditional for special occasions In 3 rd world countries may not have the means or desire to wear Western styles

9. 9 Clothing as Symbols Why does a bride wear the traditional wedding gown??? What color is the gown usually??

10. 10 In the U.S. traditionally white is the brides color Symbolizes innocence, faith, purity Brides in China wear red –Which symbolizes joy and permanence

11. 11 Heritage Heritage = the cultural background and ethnic traditions handed down from ancestors Defines identity and produces pride Participate in ethnic festivals and holidays Wear colorful costumes Chinese New Year, people don new clothes in “lucky” orange or red

12. 12 Navajo Nation Fair Native Americans display traditional garments Feathered headdress, beaded bracelets and leather moccasins

13. 13 Clothing styles associated with a particular culture Kimono – Japan Sari – India Leather lederhosen --German

14. 14 In United States – no single clothing style symbolizes Basic styles inherited from Europe Mandarin collar = China Caftan = Africa Cowboy boots = Texans

15. 15 Occupation Clothing identifies many professions Clergy wear special clothes Uniforms = police force, fire department, military Doctor wears white clothing

16. 16 Roles Roles = different positions people have in society Bride distinguished from her attendants Baby’s heirloom gown is passed down Athletes have special uniforms Roles are easily identifiable because of the many special garments act as symbols

17. 17 Gender Many years Western society, men wore pants and women wore skirts Today pants are acceptable for both genders Slight differences Compare buttons on men and women’s clothing

18. 18 In other cultures, clothing styles evolved differently Artic Circle = both genders wear pants (subzero temperatures) Vietnam/Thailand = both wear pants for work and leisure South Pacific = men wear skirts and long robes like women do Africa = men wear colorful, wrapped skirts

19. 19 Values Clothing and accessories can reflect the values of a culture or specific group Religious groups = symbolized by jewelry with crosses, stars, etc Dark colored clothes for Amish Jewish men wear a yarmulka Seik men = don’t cut their hair, wrap their head in a turban

20. 20 Muslim women – wear long, scarf-like cloth (hijab) Clothing reflects cultural view of modesty Wearing little clothing acceptable Others wear long veil to cover them

21. 21 Clothing Customs Customs – long established practices that regulate social life Clothing custom born when people adopt a way of dressing for a specific situation Wearing shorts to a rock concert may be fine Dressing up to a symphony concert may be best

22. 22 Understanding Expectations & Standards Expectations = thoughts about what is reasonable of justified for people to wear Custom in America males don’t wear skirts Business suits not worn on construction site Employer expects a well groomed appearance As team leader you are expected to set an example

23. 23 Standards = guidelines and principles that are set for what’s appropriate (suitable) to wear Majority of people share the same expectations in a society, standards form

24. 24 Dress Code A set of rules that describe acceptable or required clothing Most restaurants require shoes, shirts Schools and offices have dress codes

25. 25 Differing Standards Clothing standards differ among communities and regions Urban area man might need to wear suits and ties Resort areas – both men and women may wear brightly colored casual wear for all types of activities

26. 26 Choosing Appropriate Styles By following standards in dress, people feel they fit in better and with the group When you need acceptance and approval the “right” clothing makes a difference

27. 27 Job Interviews Good impression counts Way you dress sends a message Dress conservatively Employees may wear jeans, you should dress nicely Clean and neat hair, hands, clothes, shoes See page 45

28. 28 On The Job Trend toward casual clothing has spread to workplaces Fridays become casual days Men don’t have to wear business suits Women can wear sportswear and flats not tailored outfits and heels See page 45 for business casual

29. 29 Businesses have dress standards Wear nothing extreme Not to tight, short, too low, too thin, too bold, too fancy, too bright Inappropriate clothing distracts others and creates wrong impressions

30. 30 Special Occasions Weddings, funerals, religious services have special clothing standards Weddings = special occasion clothing Funerals = dress conservatively in dark, tailored styles –Wearing dark shows respect for the family’s loss

31. 31 Fancy party= males wear suit and tie Females wear formal wear Formal dance requires “black tie” which is a tuxedo for men and formal gown for women Some fine restaurants require a jacket for men and nice clothing for women

32. 32 Respecting Customs Some teens, following society’s clothing customs may not always seem necessary Some teens often use people in movies and music videos as role models However, they are for theatrical effect and won’t work in the real world

33. 33 Clothing Choices Can have negative effects Problems arise wearing unconventional clothing at home, school, work, etc Maturity shows when people can follow certain clothing customs and get along with others

34. 34 What happens if you go to a party and realize you are dress up and everyone else is casual? How do you feel??

35. 35 Handling Clothing Mistakes If you are unsure of what to wear: Ask someone –Parents, teachers, friends –Call the host/hostess or other guests what they plan to wear Avoid the extreme You might make a clothing mistake, awkward feelings soon lessen

36. 36 Summary As an element of culture, clothing often reflects how people think and live, as well as their history Different cultures can often be identified by specific garments

37. 37 Clothing has symbolic meanings related to heritage, occupations, roles, gender, and values A society’s clothing customs, expectations, and standards dictate what is considered acceptable to wear in specific situations

38. 38 Following standards for dress in a society can be confusing. Avoid extremes in attire is the most successful approach

39. 39 Create a display that identifies each country or region and describe its costume

40. 40 Research clothing styles of your cultural background. Write a description of a typical garment, explaining its history and special features

41. 41 Locate the section on student dress in your school handbook. Compare that description to what students wear. How closely is the code followed?