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1. Below the belt : beyond what is fair or socially acceptable
2. Caught with one's pants down : unprepared
3. Have an eye for fashion : have passion or aesthetic eyes for fashion
4. To be dressed up to the nines : to dress fashionably
5. Fit like a glove : to be very suitable for someone
6. To be all the rage : very popular
7. Cost an arm and a leg : expensive
8. Sell like hot cakes : to be bought quickly and in large numbers

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1. Have a sense of style (n) : Có gu ăn mặc
2. High-end clothes (n) : Quần áo đắt tiền
3. Well-dressed (adj) :Ăn mặc đẹp
4. Classy clothes (n) : formal clothes
5. Mix and match (v) : Phối đồ
6. Look sharp (v) : Trông gọn gàng, chỉnh tề
7. Worn out (adj) : Rách
8.Waterproof (adj) : Không thấm nước
9. Scruffy (adj) : dirty or untidy appearance
10. Attire (n) : formal clothing
11. Frumpy (adj) : old-fashioned and boring
12. Flashy (adj) : attractive
13. Bundle up (v) : wear lots of clothes
14. Off the peg clothes (n) : quần áo may sẵn
15. Hand-me-down (n) : đồ cũ từ người khác cho
16. Light fabrics (n) : vải nhẹ, thoáng

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1. What type of clothes do you like to wear?

– Well, I prefer casual clothes – simple and comfortable. A pair of jeans and a shirt would be perfect. I am not really the fashionable type. But of course, I also dress up for special occasions.

2. What kind of clothes do people in your country usually wear?

-Climate affects people’s clothing. I live in the tropics, so people in my country usually wear clothes with light fabrics. We also wear light-colored clothes. For casual attire, a pair of jeans or short pants and a shirt for men or blouse for women are common.

3. How important is fashion to you?

-I am not much worried about it actually. I prefer wearing simple yet presentable clothes.

4. What kind of clothes do you dislike?

-Well, I dislike wearing untidy and eccentric clothes. Example would be tearing or ripped jeans. I also avoid clothes with flashy colors or those that are too stunning.

5. Do you think people behave differently in different kinds of clothes?

-Yes, I think people behave differently when they wear different clothes. For example, one who wears formal clothes may portray an image of being professional and confident. Wearing casual clothes, on the other hand, makes us look comfortable and relaxed.

6. What kind of clothes do people wear to work in your country?

-Those who work in the corporate wear either smart casual or business/formal attire on a regular work day. Some employees such as teachers have uniforms. Other workers are allowed to wear casual clothes to works.

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must-have: something that is highly fashionable and therefore in demand

off the peg: clothing that is ready made

a slave to fashion: someone who always feel the need to wear the latest fashions

hand-me-downs: clothes that are passed down from older brothers or sisters to their younger

the height of fashion: very fashionable

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to be on trend: to be very fashionable

casual clothes: not formal

classic style: a simple, traditional style that is always fashionable

designer label: a well-known company that makes (often expensive) clothing

dressed to kill: wearing clothes that attract admirers

to dress for the occasion: to wear clothes suitable for a particular event

fashionable: in fashion

fashion house: a company that sells (usually expensive) new styles in clothes

fashion icon: a person who is famous for their sense of fashion

fashion show: an event where modals show off the latest in fashion designs

to get dressed up: to put on nice clothes, often to go out somewhere special

to go out of fashion: to not be in fashion any more

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Examiner: What factors do you think affect the clothes we choose to wear?
Maki: It depends … where we are or where we’re going is a big factor … if you are going out to a club or party you’re going to dress for the occasion … and then there are those who think it’s important to look like they’re on trend … they’ll want to wear the latest fashions … there are lots of factors really …

Examiner: What kind of things determine what is in fashion and what we should be wearing?
Martin: I suppose the big fashion houses and fashion shows must have an effect but the clothes you see on the catwalk don’t always reflect what normal people wear … so I suppose it will be things like what singers are wearing in videos or models are wearing in magazines … that kind of thing …

Examiner: Is it possible to look good without spending lots of money on clothes?
Corinna: I’m sure it is … yes … I suppose it’s about having an eye for what looks good … knowing how to mix and match different items of clothing that go well together … I think you can pick up great bargains in charity shops … sometimes for youngsters even hand-me-downs can look good

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Describe someone you know who dresses well. You should say

who they are

how you know them

what kind of clothes they wear

and say why you like the way they dress.

Tomoko:  I’d like to talk about one of my teachers … Miss Evans … she teaches us English in the school I go to … we always look forward to seeing what she’s going to wear when our lessons start … she’s always very well dressed and takes a lot of pride in her appearance … it’s not that she dresses in very smart clothes … she doesn’t come to school dressed to kill or anything like that … but what she wears really suits her … and she has a great sense of style as well … we often ask her where she gets some of her clothes and most of the time they’re just off the peg … and she says she’s not interested in designer labels or anything like that … she doesn’t seem too concerned about keeping up with the latest fashion … she just wears clothes that are timeless … yes … Miss Evans is the person I think looks great in the clothes she wears …

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1. Can clothing tell you much about a person?
Sometimes, clothes can tell a lot about the person who wears them, but it also depends on the culture. However, in general, it reflects a person’s status and a part of his personality. For example, people who prefer wearing designer brands can show that they are into fashion, and are capable of purchasing expensive items.  However, this doesn’t mean that people who wear casual clothes are financially unstable, perhaps they prefer simple and comfortable clothing.
2. What are the advantages and disadvantages of having uniforms at work?
The first advantage is not to worry about what you have to wear every day. They also provide protection for workers in some specific industries where people need to work with heat and flame. Wearing uniform even boost team spirit and create a sense of belonging, which benefit both the employee and the organization. However, not everyone loves wearing uniform, especially when they are made of material that are uncomfortable.
3. How have clothes fashions change in your country over the last few decades?
I would say it has changed significantly over the last few decades. A lot of people are being influenced by other countries cultures, so they prefer clothing with some creative touch to it. As a result, there are more unique and distinctive styles, in which people can express themselves rather than following others and being told what to wear.
4. What is the difference between clothes that young people and old people like to wear?
Because young people aren’t afraid of expressing themselves, they tend to wear clothing items that are somewhat revealing or different from others. They don’t mind about what others have to say about their styles. On the other hand, older people would wear casual clothes that are comfortable for them, and they also don’t care too much about being fashionable.

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Describe your favourite piece of clothing

You should say:

Where you got it

When you got it

How often you wear it

And explain why it is your favourite piece of clothing

SAMPLE ANSWER :
Well, I would like to tell you about a pair of ripped jeans that are my favorite item among all the things I have in my wardrobe.You know, I bought them for an unbelievably cheap price a long time ago in a second-hand clothing store. At that point, ripped jeans were really popular and everybody in my school was keen on them. So, whenever I put these jeans on, I felt really stylish and thought I really stood out from the crowd. After a while though, trends started to change, but I refused to abandon my jeans. I wore them almost everywhere, from home to school and only changed them for formal events such as a ceremony or a wedding. Sometimes I even slept in my jeans because they were so comfortable.Actually, it is quite easy to understand why I fancy these jeans so much. Firstly, they instantly create a stylish and fashionable look for the wearer. Secondly, jeans are easy to mix and match and I can wear them with heaps of different shirts without worrying about looking ridiculous in other people’s eyes. And lastly, denim is so tough that it can’t be torn, so I can have them for a long time and save a great deal of money.All in all, I love my jeans and cannot get through a day without them. I think such an item should be made trendy again so that the youngsters nowadays can really get to know their awesomeness.

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1. Do you enjoy buying clothes?
I used to … yes … like most young people I was a bit of a slave to fashion and I’d always have to buy that must-have shirt or pair of shoes … I’m not so bothered now though … I wouldn’t feel comfortable wearing something old fashioned but I’m not as bothered as I used to be about what I wear …
2. What type of clothes do you like to wear ?
Actually, I prefer casual clothes which give me comfort and flexibility even at home or at work. I hate getting dressed up for special occasions. I think it is possible to look good in a pair of jeans or shirt.
3. What kind of clothes do people in your country usually wear ?
I live in tropical area, so people in my country usually wear clothes with light fabrics. In summer, we opt for light-colored clothes so that we can avoid the heat but in winter, a thick coat or a wool scraft become our common choices.
4. Do you wear different styles of clothes now compared to 10 years ago ?
I can say that there have not been many changes with the clothes I wear now with that of 10 years ago as I am not the person who is always on trend. I still wear the regular jeans and shirts for casual days or formal clothes for business events.

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1. Below the belt : beyond what is fair or socially acceptable
2. Caught with one's pants down : unprepared
3. Have an eye for fashion : have passion or aesthetic eyes for fashion
4. To be dressed up to the nines : to dress fashionably
5. Fit like a glove : to be very suitable for someone
6. To be all the rage : very popular
7. Cost an arm and a leg : expensive
8. Sell like hot cakes : to be bought quickly and in large numbers

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1. Have a sense of style (n) : Có gu ăn mặc
2. High-end clothes (n) : Quần áo đắt tiền
3. Well-dressed (adj) :Ăn mặc đẹp
4. Classy clothes (n) : formal clothes
5. Mix and match (v) : Phối đồ
6. Look sharp (v) : Trông gọn gàng, chỉnh tề
7. Worn out (adj) : Rách
8.Waterproof (adj) : Không thấm nước
9. Scruffy (adj) : dirty or untidy appearance
10. Attire (n) : formal clothing
11. Frumpy (adj) : old-fashioned and boring
12. Flashy (adj) : attractive
13. Bundle up (v) : wear lots of clothes
14. Off the peg clothes (n) : quần áo may sẵn
15. Hand-me-down (n) : đồ cũ từ người khác cho
16. Light fabrics (n) : vải nhẹ, thoáng