Clothing is used to protect the body from the elements such as weather, the hot Summer sun, extreme heat or cold, and rain. Clothing can also be a protective barrier from harmful chemicals, mosquitoes and other insects. Clothing has been used as a protection from weapons or injury to the body. Different types of clothing are worn to reflect religious beliefs. Throughout time man has devised clothing for nearly every situation, symbolizing different cultures, ceremonies, and social status.http://pubs.caes.uga.edu/caespubs/pubs/PDF/4H-facts-clothing.pdf
The styles of clothes have changed throughout the centuries, from long restrictive dresses for women and suits for men with tails that almost dragged the ground. The clothing worn today is a lot more relaxed and the styles have evolved into what the wearer feel most comfortable in. The clothes worn at home is a lot more casual than the clothes worn to work, or out to a social event. Some people have to dress for their health and according to the climate. Everyone like to wear beautiful clothes every once in a while.http://pubs.caes.uga.edu/caespubs/pubs/PDF/4H-facts-clothing.pdf Clothing that is no longer worn can be donated to the nearest Goodwill.http://pubs.caes.uga.edu/caespubs/pubs/PDF/4H-facts-clothing.pdf
History
The first clothing was made from fur, leather, leaves and grass, wrapped and tied around and over the body for protection from the elements.http://inventors.about.com/od/cstartinventions/a/clothing.htm Since fabrics decompose, there is little to go on as to how ancient garments looked. The discovery of sewing needles dating back to 30,000 BC leads archaeologists to believe that clothing was being made and worn.http://www.white-history.com/hwr2.htm
Clothing Materials
Clothing of the Future
Fashion designers in the 1930s were asked to predict what fashion would be like in the year 2000. A number of designs were shown, including a dress that can be adapted for use in the morning, afternoon and evening. Another designer predicted that clothing would be made from transparent netting.
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References
Fast Facts
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Uses
Used as protection from the elements, sports and athletic activities, work uniforms
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Origin
Sewing needles found as far back as 30,000 BC
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Status symbol
Adorned clothing acts as a status symbol and meaning of wealth
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Marital status
Married Hindu women wear a sindoor
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Religion
Some religions require followers to wear specific clothing
