Title: Identify factors to consider when selecting clothing.
Course: Independent Living (22904-36) > Section: Obtaining and Maintaining Clothing for Self and Family

Identification should include

- the occasion
- clothing style, fad, or fashion
- comfort and fit
- quality of construction
- requirements for cleaning, maintenance, and storage
- cost of purchase and cost per wear.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- What factors should be considered when selecting wardrobe items?
- How is personal image reflected in the clothes people wear?
- Why are clothing choices sometimes a source of conflict in families?

Communication

- What message does clothing selection convey to employers and co-workers? To teachers? To classmates? To friends?
- What criteria do you use when deciding whether your clothing choices are appropriate?

Leadership

- How does your clothing selection enhance your professionalism?
- What happens when your choice of clothing is inappropriate in a particular setting?

Management

- What routine steps can you take to keep your clothing in good condition?
- Why is understanding the care label important in clothing maintenance?