Textile choices: functions of clothing and factors influencing clothing choices

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Chapter 29 – Textile Choices @HOME (2nd Edition) Textile Choice Chapter 29 – Textile Choices @HOME (2nd Edition) What I Will Learn – Textile Choices After completing this chapter, I will be able to: • describe the functions of clothing • discuss the factors to consider when choosing clothes • explain the factors that influence fashion trends and clothing choices • appreciate the uses of textiles in the home • describe the factors that should be considered when choosing textiles for the home • explain how textile production, care and use can harm the environment • discuss the ethical issues textile production can cause for humans and animals • identify ways to be a more ethical and sustainable textile consumer. Chapter 29 – Textile Choices @HOME (2nd Edition) Functions of clothing • Protection: • Modesty: Chapter 29 – Textile Choices @HOME (2nd Edition) Functions of clothing cont. • Safety and hygiene: Chapter 29 – Textile Choices @HOME (2nd Edition) Functions of clothing cont. • Identification: o Uniforms help us to identify people, e.g. the Gardaí. o Clothing can also be used by countries as part of their national identity, e.g. kilts in Scotland. • Self-expression: Chapter 29 – T...