Look through catalogs and talk about; - What kind of clothes students like
- What kind of clothes are appropriate for the given situation
- What budget they have
- develop a questionnaire to consider why people chose the clothes they do
- research the Internet for processes of shoe care
- ask two or more older people about the clothes they wore when they were in their teens. Question about fads, forms of decoration, modesty codes, fabrics.
- figure out the cost per wearing of a recently purchased item
- create a poster of places where clothing can be purchased. List advantages and disadvantages of shopping at each place.
- collect ads that show sale terms and create a poster with them
- visit a department or clothing specialty store for a demonstration on clothing fit
- make a list of items needed for clothing storage
- plan a fashion show from a local thrift store. Set a dollar limit such as $25.00 for each outfit
- create a scrapbook of ideas for clothing that is appropriate for yourself
- interview people from different stages of life for budgeting advice
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