pp move indef Refimprove date November 2009 Image Clothes.jpg thumb Clothing in history Clothing is a term that refers to a covering for the human body that is worn. The wearing of clothing is exclusively a human characteristic and is a feature of nearly all human societies . The amount and type of clothing ... and social considerations. Origin of Clothing see also Evolution of hair Human Hair Modern human ... studies of body louse clothing lice . ref cite book last Reed first David title Pair of lice lost ... 2007 ref This study suggests that clothing may have been used as long ago as Timeline of human evolution ... publisher BBC UK Horizon documentary date 2007 ref Social Considerations Clothing performs a range ... and practical functions of clothing ref In many societies, norms about clothing reflect standards of modesty , religion , gender , and social status . Clothing may also function as a form of adornment and an expression of personal taste or style. Physical Considerations Physically, clothing serves ... social identification of the social class of strangers by means of informal clothing styles or uniform ... germs or harmful Ultraviolet UV radiation . Clothing can and has in history been made from a very wide variety of materials. Clothing material Materials have ranged from leather and furs, to woven ... as clothing. Articles carried rather than worn such as Handbag purses , worn on a single part ... than clothing, Citation needed date February 2010 as are footwear and hat s. Functions Image Well clothed baby.jpg thumb A Infant baby wearing many items of winter clothing headband , cap , fur lined Coat clothing coat , shawl and sweater The primary function of clothing is to improve the comfort of the wearer. In hot climates, clothing provides protection from sunburn or wind damage, while in cold ... the functional need for clothing. For example, Coat clothing coat s, hat s, glove s, shoe s, sock ... is residing or sleeping there. Similarly, clothing has seasonal and regional aspects, so that thinner ... more details
File 060122 costume b b .jpg thumb Baby clothes. File Child Plays by Riverfront Omsk Russia.JPG thumb A girl in a dress. Children s clothing is clothing for children who have not yet grown to full height. Children s clothing is often more casual clothing casual than adult clothing, fit for Play activity play and rest. Hosiery is commonly used. See also Sailor suit clothing stub Category Children s clothing ja ru sv Barnkl der ... more details
A wardrobe usually refers to a complete set of clothing consisting of multiple items. Generally referring to the male s clothing needs. A wardrobe will usually consist of suits, slacks, shirts and shoes both casual and formal. This term has several meanings referring to clothing , including as a large generally wooden piece of furniture used to store items or Wardrobe . Wardrobe also refers to a department in film production which employs costume designer s and Costume coordination coordinators who clothe the performers. Clothing Category Clothing ... more details
Unreferenced date August 2009 The material chiffon comes in many different designs and colors such as flowers. Many Eritrea n women go to dress makers with their chosen chiffon. Most are of ankle length and the dresses have different stitching and accent. DEFAULTSORT Chiffon Clothing Category Eritrean clothing Eritrea stub clothing stub ... more details
Other uses2 Kuta Unreferenced date August 2009 Kuta is a handmade cloth many Eritrea n and Ethiopia n men use to cover their head and shoulders when they wear clothing made out of chiffon clothing chiffon , especially when attending church. It is made up of two layers of fabric, unlike gabi which is made out of four. Netela or netsela is the female version. References Reflist Expand section date August 2010 DEFAULTSORT Kuta Clothing Category Eritrean clothing Category Ethiopian clothing Eritrea stub Ethiopia stub clothing stub es Kuta ... more details
Clothing label may refer to The clothing brand The physical Label Textile labeling textile labeling on garments disambig Category Brands Category Marketing Category Regulatory compliance Category Textiles ... more details
Unreferenced date March 2009 Adaptive clothing is clothing designed for people with physical disabilities ... required for self dressing . Adaptive clothing typically offers rear closure designs so that an individual ... for dressing a wheelchair user while the wearer remains seated. Special needs Adaptive clothing often ... associated with Alzheimer s disease . Different styles of adaptive clothing are best suited to an individual ... who is unable to lift his arms above shoulder level would need a different clothing solution than a person suffering from incontinence. Special needs clothing can be difficult to find. For that reason, some seek to employ the services of a dressmaker to transform ready made clothing into garments which suit their unique needs. Adaptive clothing products range from clothing protection for dining to tear resistant shirts and pants. Clothing protector vests are one of the most common forms of adaptive clothing as they are the most adaptable to different conditions. Most contemporary designs attempt to give a sense of dignity to the clothing item by moving away from older terrycloth designs to ones that more closely mimic typical articles of clothing. Adaptive clothing describes but is not limited to clothing proctor bibs and vests, bandannas, shirts, lapkins, jumpsuits, elastic waist pants, and capes. Companies such as Professional Fit Clothing, Dignified Bibs, Buck and Buck, Silverts, and Adrian ..., IV tubes, Autism and Rigidity. There are companies that make clothing for children with special needs using the following adaptations flat seams to reduce friction, discrete adaptions to make the clothing .... In addition the same companies can also make custom clothing tailored for specific needs and challenges of each customer. Some examples of companies that make clothing for children with special needs Adaptations by Adrian Mini Miracles Children s Clothing The Callhans Talon Clothing. Alzheimer s disease main Locking clothing Dementia associated with Alzheimer s disease often causes patients to disrobe ... more details
Unreferenced stub auto yes date December 2009 Orphan date December 2009 Harari is an upscale, luxury clothing retailer of Asian influenced styles and patterns. It is exclusively sold through its own boutiques and Neiman Marcus , Saks Fifth Avenue , and Bergdorf Goodman . DEFAULTSORT Harari Clothing Category Clothing companies Category Clothing brands Fashion company stub ... more details
File Clothes swapping.jpg thumb A clothing swap in Toronto A clothing swap is a type of swapmeet wherein participants exchange their valued but no longer used clothing for clothing they will use. Clothing swaps are considered not only a good way to declutter and refill one s wardrobe, but also are considered an act of environmentalism. The notion of swapping is not a new concept however, many groups and organizations exist that hold clothing swaps, in a variety of sizes, to raise money and clothes for charitable donations Citation needed date March 2009 Clothes swapping originated in the United States in the late nineties. Citation needed date March 2009 http www.clothingswap.com The Clothing Swap , in San Francisco, has hosted more than 175 Clothing swap events over the past 15 years. The founder, Suzanne Agasi, began hosting clothing swaps in 1994 with friends in her apartment. The events grew and now the swaps average 150 200 swappers. ref http www.clothingswap.com suzanne agasi suzanne agasi.htm ref COI date September 2010 In Australia, http www.clothingexchange.com.au Clothing Exchange Home.html The Clothing Exchange was launched in 2004. ref www.clothingechange.com.au ref Developed as part of an RMIT master s thesis by Kate Luckins nee Pears , The Clothing Exchange is now run as a social enterprise by Kate Luckins and Juliette Anich ref www.clothingechange.com.au ref A Canadian non profit organization called The S.W.A.P. Team organizes and facilitates large scale clothing swaps partnered with charities that accept the leftover clothing at the end of the swap. Online clothes swapping has also become popular, with websites offering an environmentally friendly and frugal alternative to shopping. See also Collaborative consumption Swishing References Commons category Clothing swaps references DEFAULTSORT Clothing Swap Category Recycling Category Charity fundraisers fashion stub ta ... more details
Orphan date February 2009 wiktionarypar clothing bin Image Smith Family clothing bin.jpg thumb 300px right Smith Family clothing bins at the Duffy, Australian Capital Territory Duffy shopping centre in Canberra, Australia . These bins have been vandalised, and have had rubbish placed outside them. A clothing bin is a container in which clothing is placed to be donated to charity organizations e.g., the Salvation Army or The Smith Family or for recycling in other ways. They are typically provided by the charities themselves or by local authorities. Bins are often vandalised or filled with unsuitable materials including rubbish . These are costly for the organizations concerned to dispose of, and this misuse has at times lead to bins being withdrawn. On the spot fines are often threatened through signs on the bins. Sources http www.zerowaste.sa.gov.au pdf fact sheets clothing.pdf Recycling Fact Sheet at zerowaste.sa.gov.au .pdf commonscat Clothing bins Category Clothing containers ko ... more details
Rohan is a British manufacturer and supplier of outdoor clothing and footwear that was founded in 1975 by Sarah and Paul Howcroft. The company was owned by C&J Clark Clarks until a management buyout . Rohan has 61 stores and an annual turnover of 30 million. Image Rohanlogo.jpg thumb right The logo of Rohan They have introduced fabrics not previously used for clothing tailored to their own designs. Products include trousers and shirts made from mosquito repellent and UV protection fabrics, Thermal insulation thermal fleeces, hats, socks and shoes. They also introduced a system for rating the suitability of their clothing for different Climate Zone s. External links http www.rohan.co.uk Rohan Website http www.rohantime.com Rohantime Rohan Community Website http www.rohantimeforum.com Rohan Community forum DEFAULTSORT Rohan Clothing Category Outdoor clothing brands Category British brands Category Clothing companies leisure company stub ... more details
Advert date March 2009 Image Criminal Shoot.047.jpg thumb right Some examples of Criminal Clothing s merchandise. Criminal Clothing is a popular men s clothing line, from the UK. It is famous for provocative slogans and urban designs. ref http media.bournemouth.ac.uk about news april6 news rezadehghani.html Bournemouth University The Media School Reza Dehghani Bot generated title ref The company was founded in 1999 by Reza Dehghani and former business partner Wayne Collins. In July 2007 Dehghani was diagnosed with cancer caused by Li Fraumeni syndrome . Soon after the diagnosis, Criminal Clothing was sold to House of Fraser . ref http www.bournemouthecho.co.uk news 2294699.death at 32 of fashion leader reza ref Criminal Clothing is currently sold exclusively through House of Fraser stores and online. References Reflist External links http www.criminalclothing.com Company website Category Clothing brands fashion company stub ... more details
Orphan date February 2009 Image Telme Logo For outlook.png thumb Logo Telm Clothing , a New Jersey based apparel company, was created by Kevin Shane, a graduate of Babson College and The Peddie School. External links http www.TelmeClothing.com Official site Category Clothing companies of the United States US company stub ... more details
Regatta is a family owned outdoor and sports company which has been established in the United Kingdom since 1981. It competes with Karrimor , The North Face , Berghaus , Peter Storm clothing Peter Storm and Lowe Alpine . Image Regattalogo.gif thumb right The logo of the company The company s main lines include clothes, rucksacks and footwear. Clothing is available in three distinct styles technical, outdoor and casual with sizes for men, women and children. Recently it has branched out into the ski wear market with its Dare2b label. In 2007 it has also added sunglasses to its range, in collaboration with a Stockport Stockport based company called Eyewear Europe. The company employs more than 350 staff at its Manchester headquarters at Trafford Park close to the Trafford Centre . Since 1981 Regatta remains owned and run by the Black family. Father, Lionel Black is the Chairman, son Keith is the Managing Director and daughter Joanne is the Buying Director. External links http www.regatta.com Regatta official website Suppliers of Regatta Clothing http mammothworkwear.com regatta clothing Regatta Clothing Category Outdoor clothing brands Category British brands Category Clothing companies Category Companies based in Manchester Category Manufacturing companies of the United Kingdom clothing stub leisure company stub ... more details
Plastic clothing as distinct from clothing made from plastic based artificial fiber s has existed almost since the creation of flexible plastics , particularly as a material for waterproof clothing . During the 1960s, there was great enthusiasm for plastic and paper garments as futuristic clothing such as plastic raincoat s, which were far lighter and cheaper than mackintosh es or gaberdine raincoats, and could also be manufactured in bright colours or made transparent or translucent. Modern clothing commonly uses flexible plastic materials, in the form of both flexible plastic sheeting and plasticized fabric . Rigid plastic components are also used to replace components which would have formerly been made of metal , bone , rubber , or other materials, for example in the form of button s, shoulder pad s, collar stiffener s and zip fastener s. Plastic components are used extensively in footwear . Plastic materials are also commonly used in protective clothing . Plastic clothing has also become the subject of fetishistic interest, in a similar way to rubber clothing see PVC and rubber fetishism . See also Artificial fiber Category Plastics fashion stub pt Vestimenta pl stica ... more details
advert date September 2009 primarysources date September 2009 Infobox Company company name Krisp Clothing location London , United Kingdom area served United Kingdom industry Fashion clothing products Women s fashion homepage http www.krisp.co.uk www.krisp.co.uk Krisp Clothing is a United Kingdom British ladies fashion clothing Retail retailer based principally in London and the South of England . As of 2009 the firm operates 23 retail stores ref http www.krisp.co.uk index.php?main page page&id 1 Krisp store list ref , which operate under the Krisp branding, and also trades online through its retail website . The firm manufactures and retails a range of popular modern young fashion items aimed at young adults, with a focus on fast fashion and going out clothing the company s range includes a broad range of clothing items, such as Top clothing tops and Blouse blouses , Dress dresses and Skirt skirts , trousers and jeans , Jacket jackets and outerwear, and shoes and accessories. References reflist External links http www.krisp.co.uk Krisp homepage Category Clothing retailers of the United Kingdom ... more details
Infobox Company company name Mshasho Clothing company logo company type company slogan You Can t Ignore small 2007 present small foundation 2004 location Windhoek , Namibia key people The Dogg Martin The Dogg Morrocky Founder and CEO industry Apparel owner Mshasho closed corporation products Clothing , footwear, fragrance and fashion accessories revenue homepage http www.mshashoonline.com http www.mshashoarmy.com Mshasho Clothing is a Namibian clothing brand founded by The Dogg Martin The Dogg Morrocky . The company is 100 owned by Mshasho closed corporation oparating as a its subsidiary. The name Mshasho is derived from its original name Omushasho which is the Oshiwambo name for a shotgun . The company designs, outsource manufacture and supply a wide range of clothing, shoes and jewellery in Namibian. It lays claim to the most successful clothing label designed and manufactured locally. ref http www.informante.web.na 8080 informante index.php?option com content&task view&id 1506&Itemid 51 The Dogg, Jay Malgas You Can t Ignore ref The line includes clothing and accessories inspired by The Dogg himself and street life. Mshasho Clothing produces cloths and accessories for men, women and children. The female line includes tops, hot pants, and bikinis. In 2006 Mshasho Clothing expanded its line to include accessories such as bracelet s, nametags, headwear, jewelry , handbag s and Belt clothing belts . Mshasho Clothing was interested in launching a range of sunglasses. In 2008, the line ... local talent ref Mshasho Clothing launched Flipflops, men s jeans and school bags in 2010. Mshasho Clothing can be frequently seen being worn by The Dogg, OmPuff , Tre VDK Tre , Sunny Boy , Elvo, TeQuila ... trademark on Mshasho Clothing. It also appears on Mshasho Still Water . 3545 and You Can t Ignore are the official slogans of Mshasho. Mshasho Clothing branding names Mshasho TEEDEE 3545 You Can t Ignore ... Fashion Category Clothing companies Category Hip hop fashion Category Companies of Namibia Category ... more details
unreferenced date June 2008 File Zackenschere.jpg thumb pinking shears Cut in clothing , sewing and tailor ing, is the style or shape of a garment as opposed to its Textile fabric or trim sewing trimmings . The cut of a coat clothing coat refers to the way the garment hangs on the body based on the shape of the fabric pieces used to construct it, the position of the fabric s grain line , and so on. See also Pattern sewing Clothing terminology sewing Category Sewing fashion stub de Zuschneider ... more details
Montagu is a clothing and linens line made by La Bonneterie Cevenole of France . These shirts are made of artificial fibre polyamide and are guaranteed to last. The company also makes a line of bedroom linens. The market for Montagu shirts are strongest in Asia , particularly People s Republic of China China and Hong Kong . References http www.taipeitimes.com News worldbiz archives 2005 05 23 2003256327 French clothing firm finds success exporting upmarket goods to China Category Clothing brands Fashion stub ... more details
Nofootnotes article date December 2007 Infobox Fashion Label brandname Lambretta fullname Lambretta Clothing Company Limited nickname shortname founded 1997 founder Rob Harmer directors Rob Harmer, Nadia Asher, Stanley Cohen style Mod subculture Mod , Skinhead , Casuals subculture Casual br origin London , England otheruses Lambretta disambiguation Lambretta Clothing is a British clothing company formed in 1997, named after the Lambretta scooters popular among Mod subculture mods in the 1960s and later. The clothing company uses the Lambretta brand name under license from owner Scooters India Limited. The company makes menswear and accessories other licensees produce footwear, watches, eyewear and fragrances . Their clothes often feature the roundel and colours of the British Royal Air Force , often called the mod target. The company sponsors many Football soccer football events and up and coming musicians, such as The Ashbies. Citation needed date June 2008 Lambretta Clothing operates its flagship store 29 Carnaby Street , along with an additional store in Tokyo . Lambretta Clothing is currently sold in the UK, Ireland, Italy, Spain, Japan and Russia. Lambretta Clothing Limited are also part owners of Lambretta Clothing of America Inc New York External links http www.lambrettaclothing.co.uk Official Lambretta Clothing website Category Clothing retailers of the United Kingdom Category Clothing companies of the United Kingdom Category Clothing brands fashion company stub ... more details
Other uses McKenzie disambiguation McKenzie , is an own label clothing brand available exclusively at sports and fashion retailer JD Sports . A wide range of clothing is available under the McKenzie range, including hoodies, tracksuits, coats, t shirts, bags and footwear. The trademark is used under licence from The McKenzie Corporation Ltd Category Sportswear brands clothing stub ... more details
Cleanup rewrite date May 2009 Clothing production is an important industry found in the capital city of Port Louis , Mauritius . there raw materials are needed, the processing and packing are done. When, all these are finished, merchants come and buy what we say in Mauritius prix couttant . and then they go and sell it at retail prices. The process of importing and exporting is also done in Mauritius. Africa in topic Clothing in Category Mauritian culture Category African clothing Mauritius Mauritius stub ... more details
Refimprove date November 2008 Image Rotor logo clean2.png thumb Rotor Clothing logo Rotor Clothing was a streetwear manufacturer known for its early use of cyberpunk references and themes of digital technology in both its products and advertisements. Founded in 1991 by Mark Vanco , Rotor s progressive ad campaigns and early research into wearable computers sparked curiosity about the practical application of technology in fashion and helped prompt the digital lifestyle trend. fashion stub Category Clothing companies ... more details
Context date October 2009 Unreferenced date February 2008 file Quanphuc.JPG thumb right 300px Court attires of Nguy n Dynasty . Vietnamese clothing is the traditional clothes worn in Vietnam . Examples of garments include o d i o t th n o b ba Y m From the twentieth century onwards Vietnamese people have also worn clothing that is popular internationally. The o d i is worn in white by high school girls in Vietnam. It is also worn by receptionists and secretaries. People in Vietnam wear cotton clothes. Styles differ in northern and southern Vietnam. Many people wear sandals made of old tire rubber North . South Many men and women wear western styled clothing Category Vietnamese clothing Clothing stub zh ... more details
Infobox company company name Klim company logo company type foundation location Rigby, Idaho , United States of America U.S. key people industry products clothing homepage http www.klim.com Klim pronounced climb is a company that manufactures high end, technically advanced, motor sports snowmobile and motocross clothing using the same name brand. Klim is based in Rigby, Idaho , United States of America U.S. KLIM utilizes some of the world s highest technologies in waterproof, breathable, durable and comfortable materials to build riding gear for demanding riders. External links official website http www.klim.com DEFAULTSORT Klim Clothing Category Clothing companies of the United States Category Companies based in Idaho Category Sporting goods manufacturers of the United States clothing stub ... more details
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