Unit 3

Lesson 1

• Look at the picture on the board

• Try to find out the name of the unit _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ (3 words and 17 letters: FASHION AND CLOTHES)
• Then read the document on how to describe a picture and fill in the table with the different elements.
  

Lesson 2

• Watch the document British Style
• Write an essay about British Style and particularly British fashion (4 compulsory parts: introduction, description, analysis and conclusion)

Lesson 3

• Now watch the video and create a table with the different dates and fill it with the different dress codes you've observed in the video:

Lesson 4

• Listen to the radio show

• How are the different styles presented? Write down the new vocab if necessary.
• Listen to the radio show again: figure out how it is constructed and take notes of the structures. 

Lesson 5

In pairs or in groups, decide on a new style and create it.

• In the computer room, make a powerpoint presentation in order to be able to present it to the class
• Present your new style to the class. Your classmates have to take notes in order to be able to realise their projects correctly.

Do it like in the radio show. 

Lesson 6

• Read the text

From Black Tie to Casual Wedding Guest Dress Code Explained

By Heather Lee, published on June, 26^th 2016.

Here are the most common wedding-guest dress codes explained so that you arrive appropriately—and stylishly!—dressed to the celebration.

The Invitation Says: "White Tie"

This the most formal of all dress codes (think: White House state dinners).

•       For the ladies: A formal floor-length evening gown.

•       For the men: A tuxedo, a long black jacket with tails, a formal white shirt, white vest and bow tie, white or gray gloves, and black formal shoes.

The Invitation Says: "Black Tie"

This is the next most formal wedding dress code, and usually means the wedding is an evening event.

•       For the ladies: You can go a bit dressier and wear a formal floor-length gown, or choose a short, dressy cocktail dress. (If you're unsure about the appropriate dress length, the bride, wedding party, or friends should be able to answer your questions.)

•       For the men: A tuxedo. A black bow tie, black vest or cummerbund, and patent leather shoes are also suggested. For summer weddings, a white dinner jacket and black tuxedo trousers are also acceptable. (You might be able to get away with a conservative black suit as a substitute for the tux.)

The Invitation Says: "Formal" or "Black Tie Optional"

The wording here indicates something slightly less formal than black tie is acceptable. So, a tuxedo isn't required, but the event is still formal enough for one to be appropriate.

•       For the ladies: A long dress, dressy separates, or a formal cocktail dress.

•       For the men: A tuxedo or a formal dark suit, white shirt, and conservative tie.

The Invitation Says: "Semiformal" or "Dressy Casual"

Take your cues from the time of the event: Wear darker, more formal colors for an evening wedding; opt for light colors and fabrics for a daytime event.

•       For the ladies: A cocktail dress or a long, dressy skirt and top.

•       For the men: A suit and tie, dark or light depending on the season and time of day.

The Invitation Says: "Festive Attire"

Relatively new, this one can leave many guests scratching their heads. Basically, guests are given the go-ahead to have fun and play with their look. Opt for cocktail-party attire featuring bolder colors and playful accessories.

•       For the ladies: A cocktail dress or party dress in a fun color, paired with playful accessories.

•       For the men: A suit and tie, jazzed up with a bright tie.

The Invitation Says: "Casual"

This indicates the wedding will likely be held outdoors or on the beach, meaning the event will be much more laid-back, especially when it comes to attire. That said, jeans, shorts, and tank tops are probably not appropriate unless they're specifically noted as acceptable.

•       For the ladies: A summer sundress is appropriate (just make sure the fabric isn't overly formal).

•       For the men: Dress pants or khaki pants with a button-down shirt, tie (though you might be able to get out of wearing a tie), and sport jacket or sweater.

Have a look at the method on how to read a document. 

• Have a look at your text again. 

-> Why is it important to dress correctly?

• Try to define the two notions (DRESS CODE AND UNIFORM). Then, make a list of pros and cons and when you have to follow those rules. 

Lesson 6

• Improv: go on this website, make a list of all the jobs and situation you might need a uniform or to follow a dresscode. Pick your job and your partner and then act out the following scene:

You showed up at work in casual clothes. Your boss is not happy. Imagine the scene.

Lesson 7

• Listen to the conversations without taking notes. 

Now, try to fill in the blanks. 

• Highlight all the vocabulary that you could reuse in a shopping situation.

Final task: Let's talk about the Shopping Queens:

• What are the different parts of an episode?
• What are you supposed to do?
• How many roles?

Your task

• Film an episode of the Shopping Queens respecting the instructions:

Not shorter than 3 minutes
No longer than 8 minutes
Every one needs to speak the same amount of time
You need to respect the tone of the show...