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

You should say

  • 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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    Tip

    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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    Tip

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

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    To be honest, there is always a person in a friend group who wears all sorts of tacky clothes with different patterns or rather interesting embroidery or very interesting quotes written on his clothes and to be frankly speaking, I am the person of that group. I like wearing oversized clothes or baggy jeans which stand out in a crowd, having different sayings or quotes which may catch the attention of many people. I like wearing oversized t-shirts and football jerseys. In addition to that, I also like wearing different colored clothes like bright green, fluorescent yellow or a shade that may catch someone's eye.

    Band 7

    One of my male friends used to wear exaggerated colorful dresses. I always wondered, why is he doing that? But I didn't have a clue about his fashion or trend, I would say. I met him when I was studying in high school. Our first encounter wasn't that effective, but the more I spoke to him, the more I understood him. He always wanted to appear unique, and in addition to that, he wanted to light up wherever he goes. And I really admired that attitude of him. He's an energetic person. He doesn't really follow any specific trends, he doesn't care about the current trends. He always chooses what resonates with his heart. And I really liked that. However, sometimes he really wears unusual, strange designs and clothes. I think it's his ego, always trying to appear unique and always trying to achieve new things. Despite all the weirdness, I still like him for his mentality. In spite of all the trends we have, he still chooses to be unique, which is something our modern world is lacking. He always copies others.

    Band 7

    I would like to describe or take an example of Urfi Javed. She is a social media influencer who is widely known for her clothing choices. I wouldn't call her clothes weird rather they're unusual in the sense that knowing that she belongs to an orthodox family. Her choice of fashion is really progressive. It is not the usual full-sleeved, full-length clothes but rather pieces that are really creative. I would call them statement pieces because she uses all kinds of materials, sometimes cardboards and thermocols and plastic bottles and very impeccable design features that she uses while making her own clothes and so the usual fashion trends that are viral are skinny jeans or fast fashion items like denims, skirts etc but she incorporates all of those styles into creating her own pieces of clothing. I find that really inspiring and really impressive because I would never be able to do that. I mean to just step out of my safe and comfort zone and wear something which the society might frown upon but I really respect how Urfi just breaks through the barriers of certain social norms such as patriarchy and wears clothes according

    Band 7

    I'd like to talk about a person I know who always stands out because of the unusual clothes he wears. He is one of my college mates and everyone on campus knows him for his quirky sense of fashion. Unlike most students who usually wear casual jeans, t-shirts or formal clothes for presentation, he prefers very eccentric outfits. For instance, he often comes to class in brightly coloured shirts with bold florals or geometric patterns. Sometimes he wears trousers in neon shades like orange or green paired with oversized sunglasses or even indoors. On a few occasions, I have seen him wearing mismatched shoes which definitely drew a lot of attention. I know him personally because we have worked together on a few projects and he once told me that he deliberately dresses this way to express his creativity and individuality. He believes fashion is a form of self-expression and doesn't want to blend into the crowd. I find his clothing unusual because it's so different from the conventional styles people normally wear in our society. While others try to follow trends or stick to socially acceptable colours, he completely ignores these rules. At first, I thought his choices were a bit strange but over time, I began to admire his confidence. It takes a lot of courage to dress the way he does, knowing that people might judge or laugh at you. Overall, I would say his clothes are unusual but they also reflect his bold personality. He has taught me that sometimes it's okay to be different and to embrace your unique identity.

    Band 7

    The person I would choose for unusual clothes is Sir Lewis Hamilton. He is a Formula One driver and he is someone who actually has quite unusual clothing options when he walks into the paddock for his race weekends. I believe he gets sponsored by various brands to wear these clothes, which are quite fashionable. By weird, I don't mean weird bad, but I mean weird as in unusually good. Although not all of his choices I like, but some of them are really high fashion and really good. So yeah, I would consider Lewis Hamilton for this one. He would sometimes come up with fashion as a way to describe or to promote something, maybe what he's feeling or maybe a brand that he launched. Like for example, for the Mexican Grand Prix, he got an Armave bottle that he was releasing, which is a non-alcoholic tequila brand that he was releasing, and he wore a complete top to bottom distorted version of three different colours with zigzag patterns. It was completely unusual, but it worked because he wanted to sell the image of the bottle that he had in hand, which is quite interesting.

    Band 7

    There is this person called Urvi Javed. She is a celebrity and she is very infamous because she is often in the news for wearing unusual clothing. She wears very unique clothing which looks very eccentric. For instance, leaves or coconuts or weird clothes which are very colourful and not the kind of clothes people would wear in their everyday lives. Imagine med gala. She wears the kind of clothes people would wear to a med gala all days of the year. Because of that, she is often in the limelight and people talk about her. Some people have even discussed and talked about how it might be a publicity stunt because her eccentric clothing leads her to be in the news very often and that is why she is very famous. She has also been on reality TV and been in multiple movies. At the same time, I think normality in itself is a very subjective concept because it basically entails deviance from what is the norm. Norms are always subjective, they are dynamic, they change with time, with the place and the culture. So it makes me think, are we judging people too harshly for the choices they make, for the values they embody? Because at the end of the day, it's just people being deviant from what everyone else is doing and that does not make them weird, it just makes them different and authentic.

    Band 7

    One person I know who wears quite unusual clothes is one of my college classmates. Unlike most students who dress casually in jeans and t-shirts, he has a very unique sense of style. Almost every day, he shows up in brightly colored outfits, often with patterns that don't really match. Like a green t-shirt with orange trousers or shoes covered in stickers. Sometimes, he even wears accessories like oversized hats or funky sunglasses, even when it's cloudy outside. At first, I thought his clothing choices were a bit odd and even distracting, but over time I started to admire his confidence. He doesn't seem to care what others think and in fact, he enjoys being different. Whenever he walks into a room, people instantly notice him and he usually makes everyone smile with his energy. I feel that his unusual clothes often reflects his personality. Creative, bold and independent. While I wouldn't personally dress like him, I respect the way he expresses himself. In a way, his style is a reminder that fashion doesn't always have to follow rules. It can simply be about showing who you are.

    Band 7

    The person I am describing is my friend Pravalika who I have known for about 5 years now. We met during school and since then we stayed in touch through mutual interest in art and fashion. Pravalika is someone who is not afraid to express herself through her clothing choice and that's one thing I admire most about her. Pravalika has a unique sense of style that often includes bold and unconventional piece. She is someone who loves wearing vintage clothes combined with modern accessories. For example, she might wear a old-fashioned floral dress from 90s paired with chunky sneakers and sleek leather jacket. She is also known for wearing bright eye-catching colors like neon green and pink, often mixing them in one outfit. Her clothing choice is always very artistic and express her personality. Sometimes she wears over-sized hats or statement necklaces, which instantly draw attention to her. Her style reflects her love, creativity, and she believes that clothing should be a reflection of your mood and individuality. When she has a fondness of bohemian-style clothing, she loves wearing flurry dresses, embroidery jackets, and wide-brimmed hats. One of her favorite outfits includes a long-patterned dress, paired leather sandals, and ethnic crafts draped over her shoulders.

    Band 7

    A person whom I know wears typically weird clothes is Ranveer Singh. Ranveer Singh is one of the most famous Bollywood actors in India. He worked in many blockbuster movies like Ramlila, Padmavat, Bajirao Mastani and many more. But his fashion sense and clothing always got limelight in media. Because he always wear bright colour and funky patterned clothes which is quite unusual in a regular party. His wife Deepika also sometimes commented on his husband's clothing. But she is happy about his husband's success. But what I believe is that we have no one to decide or criticize someone's clothing. Clothing is one's own decision and right. We are no one to tell someone what to wear or not to wear. It's totally a person's own choice. Furthermore, I would like to add that another TV actress who has become popular through Bigg Boss, Urfi Javed, has also got limelight.

    Band 7

    The person that comes to my mind when I think about unusual clothes is Sharon, who is my childhood friend. Over the years I have seen her dressing style change drastically. We can easily differentiate her whenever she is in a crowd. I have seen her wearing neon clothing and also there was a phase where she started wearing gothic costumes as well. She really likes to experiment a lot with fashion, so I find her dressing to be quite unusual. I do find it weird sometimes because the dresses she prefers to wear doesn't suit the occasion we are in. So I find it quite weird sometimes, but I feel like only she can do it with such grace as well. I sometimes feel a little creative whenever I look at her and I also try to wear something similar. Then I think it's not my cup of tea and I just don't do that. But coming to her unusual clothes, she wears them with a lot of confidence and grace. So definitely I would give her a 10 out of 10 for experimenting for sure. But yeah, I really like her as a person. The best thing about her is whenever she wears something, her personality changes with the fashion as well. That is something I find very different. If she is wearing something gloomy, she tends to be gloomy when she wears something gothic. She tries to be mysterious, the way she talks changes. So I feel it is very unusual for a person to be that.
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