ESLPodcast 65 - Picking a Wardrobe

Question 1

Knowledge of how to dress fashionably.

Answer 1

I’m one of those people who doesn’t have much of a ………

fashion sense

Question 2

Я имею ввиду

Answer 2

‘m one of those people who doesn’t have much of a fashion sense ……., I know that you shouldn’t wear a pink shirt with green pants, but beyond that I’m pretty much a basket case when it comes to picking my wardrobe.

I mean

Question 3

The term originated from WWI, indicating a soldier missing both his arms and legs, who needed to be literally carried around in a litter or “basket.” Today it indicates a state of helplessness similar to the metaphoric removal of the appendages, most frequently in the context of mental health or aptitude.

One made powerless or ineffective, as by nerves, panic or stress.

Answer 3

‘m one of those people who doesn’t have much of a fashion sense. I mean, I know that you shouldn’t wear a pink shirt with green pants, but beyond that I’m pretty much a ……… when it comes to picking my wardrobe.

he was a complete basket case the morning of her wedding.

Question 4

he clothing one owns or needs, often for a specific purpose such as work.

Answer 4

‘m one of those people who doesn’t have much of a fashion sense. I mean, I know that you shouldn’t wear a pink shirt with green pants, but beyond that I’m pretty much a basket case when it comes to picking my ……

wardrobe

Question 5

рубашки с длинным рукавом

Answer 5

I have plenty …….of and …….. dress shirts, some have a button-down collar, and some have a shirt pocket in them.

long-sleeve

Question 6

рубашка с воротником

Answer 6

I have plenty of short- sleeve and long-sleeve dress shirts, some have a ….., and some have a shirt pocket in them.

button-down collar

Question 7

нагрудный карман рубашки

Answer 7

I have plenty of short- sleeve and long-sleeve dress shirts, some have a button-down collar, and some have a shirt pocket in them.

shirt pocket

Question 8

Casual trousers.

Answer 8

I also own some more casual shirts with a collar, and a ton of t-shirts with just about every logo you can think of. I have a couple of good pairs of black …… for formal occasions, along with khakis and jeans for more informal events.

slacks

Question 9

Khaki-coloured/colored cotton trousers (pants).

Answer 9

I also own some more casual shirts with a collar, and a ton of t-shirts with just about every logo you can think of. I have a couple of good pairs of black slacks for formal occasions, along with ….. and jeans for more informal events.

khakis

Question 10

A sleeved, outer garment extending from the shoulders to just below the waist and buttoning down the front, usually forming the top part of a suit. Also called suit jacket.

Answer 10

Naturally, I have one nice suit to wear to weddings, funerals, and job interviews, with a ……., tie, a belt with a nice-looking buckle, and pants.

suit coat

Question 11

A coat that is similar to a suit coat but is designed for less formal occasions. Also called sports jacket.

Answer 11

I also own a ……, but I don’t use it much. Well, I better stop talking and start dressing. I’m late for work!

sports coat