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Describe A Person Who Wears Unusual Clothes: IELTS Speaking Cue Card

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  • Who is he/she?
  • How do you know him/her?
  • What kind of clothes does he/she wear?
  • Why do you consider that his/her clothing choices are weird?
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Cue 1:Who is he/she?

  • Introduce the person by name and relationship to you.
  • Provide a brief background about them, such as their profession or interests.

Example

The person I want to talk about is my friend Riya. She is a graphic designer and has a unique sense of style that really stands out.

Cue 2:How do you know him/her?

  • Explain how you met this person and the nature of your relationship.
  • Mention any shared experiences that highlight your connection.

Example

I met Riya during college when we were both studying design. We quickly became friends because we shared similar interests in art and fashion.

Cue 3:What kind of clothes does he/she wear?

  • Describe the specific types of clothing Riya chooses to wear.
  • Include details about colors, patterns, and styles that make her outfits unusual.

Example

Riya often wears bright, mismatched colors and bold patterns. She loves oversized jackets, funky accessories, and even sometimes sports a vintage hat that catches everyone’s eye.

Cue 4:Why do you consider that his/her clothing choices are weird?

  • Discuss why her clothing choices stand out compared to typical fashion trends.
  • Share your personal thoughts on how her style reflects her personality.

Example

I find Riya's clothing choices weird because they are so different from what most people wear in our city. While others prefer more conventional outfits, Riya embraces her individuality, which I think is both brave and inspiring.

Conclusion

    Example

    In conclusion, Riya's unusual clothing choices not only make her stand out in a crowd but also reflect her creative personality. I admire her confidence and the way she expresses herself through fashion.

    Following this structure will ensure you cover all the essential points while providing a clear and engaging response to the cue card topic.

    Tips to answer this Cue Card

    1: Avoid Vague Descriptions

    Using vague language can make your answer unclear. It's important to provide specific details about the person's clothing to engage the listener and convey your thoughts effectively.

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    Tip

    Use descriptive adjectives and specific examples to illustrate the unique aspects of the person's clothing.

    2: Don't Focus Only on Appearance

    Focusing solely on the person's appearance can make your answer shallow. It's essential to connect their clothing choices to their personality or lifestyle to provide depth.

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    Discuss how the person's clothing reflects their character or interests, adding context to your description.

    Avoid Negative Language

    Using negative language can come off as judgmental. It's important to express your views on their clothing choices without sounding disrespectful or critical.

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    Frame your thoughts positively by explaining why their clothing is interesting or unique rather than labeling it as 'weird.'

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    Band 7

    I have a dear friend who aspires to become a fashion blogger and she is someone who wears clothes that are not trending, that are out of the box. Her ideas are quite unique and I really admire her fashion sense because she always comes up with something absolutely new and something unthinkable. She has a passion for designing and she recently designed a dress for herself which she wore to her sister's wedding. It was really fantastic and I love the cut work that she incorporated in her dress. The design was intricate and it was just mesmerizing to see her wear that dress. I know her since my childhood. We were in the same school and as we grew up she became interested in color theory and design style sense. She also has her own vlog on Instagram which is a social media website and she showcases her talent and her great skill of fashion designing over there. She has a million followers and she always wears something that feels like a mismatch but since she carries it so well with a lot of confidence it just comes out to be a great masterpiece. I wish I had the same fashion sense.

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    A person I know who wears unusual clothes is one of my college seniors named Arjun. He has a very unique fashion sense, and he always dresses differently from everyone else on campus. I first noticed him during a culture event at college, while most people more formal or simple outfit. He came wearing a bright yellow jacket, loose baggy trouser, and handmade necklace. His clothes always look creative and artistic, almost like something designers would create. He chooses his outfit based on his mood and says that fashion is a way for him to express his personality. Sometimes he even makes or customizes his own clothes, which I think is really impressive. Many people share at him because his clothes look unusual, but he never seems uncomfortable or shy. I admire him because he has the confidence to be himself. His style shows creativity and courage, and he doesn't care about society's judgments. He inspires me to express myself more freely and not worry too much about others' opinion.

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    Well, to be honest, the person who immediately comes to my mind is a man I often see near my college. His name is Raj and he is a street performer who plays drums on the roadside signal junction. What makes him really unusual is the way he dresses. Instead of normal clothes, he usually wears bright, mismatched outfits. For instance, he might wear a neon green shirt with an orange dhoti or sometimes he wears jackets which are decorated with bells and colorful ribbons. Apart from that, he often paints his face with glitter or patterns which makes him stand out even more in a crowd. The main reason he dresses like this is because it grabs people's attention. Since he performs in public places, his clothes work almost like his identity. Whenever he is around, people instantly recognize him, take photos and sometimes even stop to watch his performance. In a way, his appearance helps him earn a living. Personally speaking, I find his dressing style quite fascinating. Even though it's unusual, it shows his confidence and his creativity. Most people including me wouldn't dare to wear such bold and strong colors but he carries it with so much energy that it actually looks fun rather than strange. So overall, Raj is someone who uses unusual clothing but it reflects his personality which is lively, colorful and unapologetically himself.

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    One person I know who really wears unusual uni clothes is my college friend Arjun. Ever since I met him during my first year of university, he always stood out because of his bold and unconventional fashion choice. To describe his style, he often wears clothes that hardly anyone else would dare to try. For example, he loves pairing bright colors like neon yellow with deep purple or wearing oversized jackets decorated with hand-printed designs, etc. On some days, he even shows off his mismatched shoes or patterned trousers covered in fungi prints. What makes his style even more unusual is that he often customizes his clothes. I got to know him better when we worked together on a college event and that's when I realized that his clothing isn't just about attracting attention. He genuinely believes that fashion is a form of self-expression and he hates following traditional trends. In fact, many people at college admire his confidence even if they find out the outfits a bit different. The reason I considered his clothes unusual is because they are completely different from what most people typically wear in everyday life. While most students chose simple jeans and t-shirts, but Arjun dresses if he is attending a creative arts festival every single year.

    Band 7

    The one person who I feel wears unusual clothes is Sophie Silva. She's an influencer and I know her through YouTube and Instagram. The first time I came across one of her videos, I remember feeling very perplexed because not only was she confident while flaunting a very unusual costume, a cat, she was also very exuberant and happy while doing that. She has dressed up as a mermaid, she has dressed up as a cat. My favourite part of her clothing sense is the fact that she had this series on Instagram called 30 Day Halloween Costumes where she dressed up as different things. One time she was a bee, another time she was a fairy, literally. And I don't think her fashion sense is weird per se. Her clothes are unusual, yes. Because I am used to a particular normative standard, I feel. And seeing her embracing her uniqueness, her weirdness, to put it in that way, was really refreshing to see because society nowadays wants everyone to look similar, to dress similarly. And furthermore, as a society, we've moved away from being unique and having a select identity to being forgetful, forgettable.
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