Shopping: clothes, style and fashion

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dress for the occasion

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to choose clothes suitable for a particular event

I try to dress for the occasion, so I would wear a suit to a formal school ceremony.

We dressed for the occasion by putting on smart clothes for our grandparents' anniversary dinner.

durable

прочный; долговечный

syn:

hard-wearing

opp:

flimsy

able to last a long time without becoming damaged

I need a durable backpack because I carry heavy books every day.

These walking boots are durable enough for muddy paths and rocky ground.

express yourself through fashion

самовыражаться через одежду

to show your personality through the clothes you wear

You can express yourself through fashion by choosing colours and styles you enjoy.

My friend expresses herself through fashion by decorating her jackets with handmade patches.

feel comfortable in

чувствовать себя комфортно в

to feel relaxed and physically at ease while wearing particular clothes

I need to feel comfortable in my school clothes because I wear them all day.

I felt comfortable in the loose trousers and could move easily during the dance rehearsal.

fit properly

подходить по размеру

syn:

be the right size

opp:

fit badly

to be the correct size and shape for your body

School shoes should fit properly so they do not rub when you walk.

I returned the trousers because they did not fit properly around the waist.

follow the latest trends

go out of fashion

go well with

second-hand clothes

suit your personal style

try on

wear out