1. I need to __ the amount of time I spend reading fashion blogs. I think I’m becoming addicted.
2. You don’t need to ___ to go to the mall. Jeans and a T-shirt are totally fine.
3. She bought a new dress so that she could ___ her fashionable dress.
4. I read Vogue magazine every month to __ the latest fashion.
5. I’m_____ for a new pair of boots. They’re expensive but I know I’ll wear them all the time.
6. I like to wear outrageous clothing so that I _ from the crowd.
7. My new shoes broke after two days. I’m going to _ them___ to the shop.
8. I _ a stylish outfit for my best friend’s birthday party.
9. It's cold outside, so don't forget to _ your jacket.
10. After a long day, I like to _ my shoes and relax.
11. I need to __ these jeans before deciding to buy them.
12. Make sure to __ warm if you're going outside in the snow.
13. Can you __ my dress for me, please?
14. I _ my sneakers and headed out for a run.
15. I'll just _ a sweater before we leave.
16. These pants are too long; I'll need to turn them up.
• Are any of your friends particularly interested in fashion?
• Are you interested in finding out about the latest fashions?
• Do any of your friends spend too much on clothes?
• Do you do anything to cut down on your spending on clothes?
• Do you have the same taste in clothes as your parents?
• Do you like sportswear?
• Do you plan to change your look?
• Do you prefer to go to shops or buy clothes online?
• Do you spend a lot of time thinking about what you are going to wear?
• Do you usually throw clothes away when you have stopped wearing them?
• Has your style changed since you were younger?
• How do you usually buy clothes?
• How fashion conscious are you?
• Is there anything that you would really like to change about your look?
• Tell us about the last time you regretted buying some clothes.
• Were you really into fashion when you were younger?
• What is your favourite accessory?
• What sort of clothes do you like?
• What things were trendy you when you were younger?
• Would you describe yourself as a fashion victim?
You will hear an interview with Pamela Green, a young fashion designer.
24 What helped Pamela to decide to become a fashion designer?
A working as an assistant in a fashion shop
B doing research into the fashion industry
C attending a course on fashion design
25 What does Pamela say about having a degree in fashion?
A It's essential for promotion.
B It's evidence of your ability.
C It guarantees you a better income.
26 Pamela says that when starting your own fashion label, it's most important to
A enjoy the creative process.
B contact shops that might sell it.
C have a business plan.
27 Where does Pamela usually find inspiration for her fashion designs?
A in the work of other designers
B in the styles of other countries
C in the clothes her friends wear
28 What aspect of her work does Pamela find most difficult to deal with?
A the pressure to meet deadlines
B the failure of some of her designs
C the need to attend fashion shows
29 According to Pamela, successful designers need to be able to
A predict future fashions.
B recognise all past styles.
C get their designs published.
30 What advice does Pamela have for people who want a career in fashion?
A Be aware of the options available.
B Don't be afraid of sudden fame.
C Learn from your own errors.