填空题Directions:You are going to read a list of headings and a
text. Choose a heading from the list A-F that best fits the meaning of each
numbered part of the text. The first and last paragraphs of the text are not
numbered. There is one extra heading which you do not need to use. A. Analyzing your own taste B. Being cautious when
experimenting C. Finding a model to follow D.
Getting the final look absolutely right E. Learning to be
realistic F. Making regular conscious choices
When we meet people for the first time, we often make decisions about them based
entirely on how they look. And, of course it's something that works both ways,
for we too are being judged on our appearance. When we look good, we feel good,
which in turn leads to a more confident and self-assured manner. People then
pick up on this confidence and respond positively towards us. Undoubtedly, it's
what's inside that's important, but sometimes we can send out the wrong signals
simply by wearing inappropriate clothing or not spending enough time thinking
about how others see us. {{U}} {{U}} 1 {{/U}}
{{/U}}For example, people often make the mistake of trying to look like someone
else they've seen in a magazine, but this is usually a disaster as we all have
our own characteristics. Stand in front of a full-length mirror and be honest
with yourself about what you see. There is no need to dwell on your faults—we
all have good points and bad points—but think instead about the best way to
emphasize the good ones. {{U}} {{U}} 2 {{/U}}
{{/U}}When selecting your clothes each day, think about who you're likely to meet,
where you're going to be spending most of your time and what tasks you are
likely to perform. Clearly, some outfits will be more appropriate to different
sorts of activity and this will dictate your choice to an extent. However,
there's no need to abandon your individual taste completely. After all, if you
dress to please somebody else's idea of what looks good, you may end up feeling
uncomfortable and not quite yourself. {{U}} {{U}}
3 {{/U}} {{/U}}But to know your own mind, you have to get to know
yourself. What do you truly feel good in? There are probably a few favourite
items that you wear a lot—most people wear 20 per cent of their wardrobe 80 per
cent of the time. Look at these clothes and ask yourself what they have in
common. Are they neat and tidy, loose and flowing? Then look at the things
hanging in your wardrobe that you don't wear and ask yourself why. Go through a
few magazines and catalogues and mark the things that catch your eye. Is there a
common theme? {{U}} {{U}} 4 {{/U}} {{/U}}Some
colors bring your natural colouring to life and others can give us a washed-out
appearance. Try out new colours by all means, but remember that dressing in
bright colours when you really like subtle neutral tones, or vice versa, will
make you feel self-conscious and uncomfortable. You know deep down where your
own taste boundaries lie. And although it's good to challenge those sometimes
with new combinations or shades, take care not to go too far all at
once. {{U}} {{U}} 5 {{/U}} {{/U}}So, you've
chosen an outfit that matches your style, your personality, your shape you're
your colouring. But does it fit? If something is too tight or too loose, you
won't achieve the desired effect, and no matter what other qualities it has, it
won't improve your appearance or your confidence. Sometimes, we buy things
without thinking. Some people who dislike shopping grab the first thing they
see, or prefer to use mail-order or the Internet. In all cases, if it doesn't
fit perfectly, don't buy it, because the finer details are just as important as
the overall style. Reappraising your image isn't selfish
because everyone who comes into contact with you will benefit. You'll look
better and you'll feel a better person all round. And if in doubt, you only need
to read Professor Albert Mehrabian's book Silent Messages to remind yourself how
important outward appearances are. His research showed that the impact we make
on each other depend 55 per cent on how we look and behave, 38 per cent on how
we speak and only 7 per cent on what we actually say. So, whatever stage you are
at in your life, whatever role you play, isn't it time you made the most of
yourseff?