Clothes and Accessories

the styles and trends of clothing, accessories, makeup, and other items that are popular in a certain time and place

Fashion trends can vary greatly depending on the region and culture.

to provide someone or ourselves with clothes; to dress someone or ourselves

As parents, it's our responsibility to clothe our children in warm jackets and hats for the cold weather.

a shirt for women, typically with a collar, buttons and sleeves

She decided to wear a white blouse and a black skirt for the job interview.

having a below-average distance between two points

She wore a shirt with short sleeves to stay cool in the summer heat.

a type of small bag in or on clothing, used for carrying small things such as money, keys, etc.

He kept his keys in the pocket of his jeans.

a small, round object, usually made of plastic or metal, sewn onto a piece of clothing and used for fastening two parts together

He carefully fastened the buttons on his shirt.

the special set of clothes that all members of an organization or a group wear at work, or children wear at a particular school

The employees at the hotel wear a professional uniform.

an object with a circular folding frame covered in cloth, used as protection against rain or sun

I always carry an umbrella in my bag in case it rains.

an item, such as a bag, hat, piece of jewelry, etc., that is worn or carried because it makes an outfit more beautiful or attractive

A belt can be both a practical and stylish accessory for jeans or dresses.

to look at a thing or person and pay attention to it for some time

He sat on the park bench and watched the sunset.

a container that is used for drinks and is made of glass

Sarah enjoyed her milkshake in a thick glass with a straw.

dark glasses that we wear to protect our eyes from sunlight or glare

He forgot to bring his sunglasses to the beach, and his eyes got sunburned.

a flat, leather or plastic case with a handle, used for carrying papers or documents

Her briefcase had a combination lock for added security.

a type of soft flat hat with a visor, typically worn by men and boys

During the winter, he always wears a warm woolen cap to keep his head cozy.

a decorative item, worn around the wrist or arm

He bought a gold bracelet with a delicate design for his wife.

a pocket-sized, folding case that is used for storing paper money, coin money, credit cards, etc.

He reached into his back pocket and pulled out his wallet.

a stylish necklace made of linked metal rings that is worn around the neck as jewelry

A friend admired her chain and asked where she bought it.

a piece of jewelry worn on the ear

He surprised her with a set of elegant pearl earrings on her birthday.

a small, round band of metal such as gold, silver, etc. that we wear on our finger, and is often decorated with precious stones

He bought a silver ring with a blue gemstone for his mother's birthday.

a piece of jewelry, consisting of a chain, string of beads, etc. worn around the neck as decoration

He gifted her a silver necklace with a star-shaped charm.

objects such as necklaces, bracelets or rings, typically made from precious metals such as gold and silver, that we wear as decoration

He bought a lovely piece of jewelry for his mother's birthday.

‌a liquid, typically made from flowers, that has a pleasant smell

He bought a new bottle of his favorite perfume as a gift for his girlfriend.

not confined or under someone or something's control

The dog was loose in the yard, happily running around.

(of clothes or shoes) fitting closely or firmly, especially in an uncomfortable way

His shoes were too tight, and they gave him blisters.

to be of the right size or shape for someone

Can you try on these shoes to see if they fit?

to put on a piece of clothing to see if it fits and how it looks

Can I try these sunglasses on to see how they look on me?

to place or wear something on the body, including clothes, accessories, etc.

I always put on my helmet before riding my bike.

to remove a piece of clothing or accessory from your or another's body

After a long day at work, I like to take off my high heels.

to make a person or thing different

Online shopping has changed the way people shop for goods and services.

very damaged or old in a way that has become unusable

He donated his worn-out clothes to a local charity.

a long and narrow item that you usually wear around your waist to hold your clothes in place or to decorate your outfit

He tightened his belt before heading out for a run.