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Why People Wear Clothes Need
Maslow’s Hierarchy of needs Physical Needs
Protection from weather Safety & Security Needs
Knee pads & helmets Love & Acceptance
Peer Pressure Attraction
Self Esteem Confidence
Self Actualization Individuality
Safety and Security Need Clothing is worn to
keep you safe from harm
Safety equipment is required for some occupations
Love & Acceptance Modesty – covering the body according to what is
considered proper by the society in which you live Conformity – following or obeying some set
standard or authority Peer pressure – the force that makes you want to dress
like your friends
Attraction – desire to attract attention from someone you would like to date
Esteem Self-adornment – decorating the body
according to the customs of the culture Status/Prestige – wearing clothing to
express status, prestige or importance Status symbol – Used to imply a higher status
Identification – tell the group affiliation, occupation, religion by the clothing worn
Self -Actualization Last level of need Success in personal achievement and
expressions of personal creativity Individuality – what sets one person apart from
others
Love yourself, and others will love you!
Review – Why People Wear Clothes* Give an example of each reason
Physical Safety & Security Acceptance Esteem Self-Actualization
Discussion Questions …… Why do desert nomads wear long flowing
robes and headdresses? What occupations require special clothing
for safely? Sanitation? Protection from the weather?
Why do you think the standards of modesty are so different in some parts of the world?
Discussion Questions ….. Are there different standards of modesty for
teenagers and adults? What would be the disadvantage of not
wearing a uniform for police officers? Doctors? Athletic teams?
Would you trust a lawyer wearing jeans and a t-shirt? Would you prefer a lawyer dressed in a suit and tie?