Fashion Shopping
with Aya
Fashion Vocabulary
Shopping for a dress
Aya was invited to a semi-formal dinner party at a stylish French restaurant. She wanted to look polished but not overdressed.
Aya walked slowly past the racks, touching fabrics and imagining what would suit the occasion. She was first drawn to a beautiful cream midi dress.
Still, something felt missing, so the sales assistant suggested a red leather clutch. When Aya held it under her arm, the bold color instantly changed the mood of her outfit.
That afternoon, she visited her favorite boutique near the station. The shop was full of soft lighting and carefully curated outfits.
The dress fell just below her knees, and the fabric moved softly with each step. When she tried it on, the simple cut and light color created a clean, graceful look.
With nude heels and pearl earrings added, her look felt complete. That evening, as she entered the restaurant, Aya noticed a few heads turn and felt quietly beautiful.
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Questions
What was Aya invited to?
A dinner party at a French restaurant.
How long was the dress?
It fell just below her knees.
Where is the boutique situated?
The boutique is near the station.
What did the sales assistant suggest?
Adding a red leather clutch.
What type of dress was Aya drawn to?
She was drawn to a cream midi dress.
How did she feel at the restaurant?
She felt quietly beautiful.
Role play
Aya: Hi! I’m looking for something elegant.
Assistant: Sure! How about this cream midi dress?
Aya: Ooh, I love the shape. It has a very classic look.
Assistant: Exactly! You could pair it with a red clutch for a pop of color.
Aya: That sounds nice. Do you have one I could try with it?
Assistant: Yes, here’s one in leather.
Aya: Thank you. Do you think it’s okay for a dinner party?
Assistant: Absolutely. It’s elegant but not over-the-top.
Aya: The dress fits perfectly, but I think I need a larger size in the jacket.
Assistant: I’ll grab that for you right away.
Aya: Thank you! I’ll take the whole outfit.
Assistant: Wonderful choice. Let me ring that up for you.
Video
Fashion and shopping
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timeless
Trousers often look more ________________ than jeans.
elegant
Sneakers are comfy, but __________ are more refined.
loafers
An elegant outfit usually uses only __________ to three colors.
two
A __________ can make a dress or casual outfit look more
belt
A stylish ____ can complete an outfit and make it look polished.
bag
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