雅思口语 Part 2&3 - [保留题目] - 会打扮的朋友

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Part 2

Describe a friend of yours who is well dressed and is good at dressing up

You should say:

Who he/she is

How you knew him/her

What his/her dressing style is

And explain why he/she dresses this way

我的录音

I’d like to talk about my close friend Lily, whom I first met during my undergraduate studies. We were assigned as lab partners in a design course, and I was immediately struck not only by her creativity but also by her impeccable sense of style.

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impeccable adj. /ɪmˈpekəbl/ 无可挑剔的；完美的

impeccable sense of style 完美的穿衣品味

Lily’s dressing style is elegant yet modern. She has a remarkable ability to combine classic wardrobe staples like tailored blazers or crisp white shirts with bold accessories or statement shoes. For instance, she might wear a minimalist monochrome outfit but add a brightly patterned scarf or a designer handbag that elevates the entire look. She also pays attention to colours, textures, and fit, which makes her outfits always appear polished and well thought-out.

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elegant yet modern 优雅而又现代；既保持优雅，又带有现代感

classic wardrobe staples 经典衣橱必备单品；衣橱里永不过时的基本款

staple noun

产品，支柱产品

Rubber became the staple of the Malayan economy.橡胶成了马来亚经济的支柱产品。

staple (of something) a large or important part of sth主要部分；重要内容

tailored blazers 量身剪裁的西装外套；贴身、剪裁合体的西装外套

crisp white shirts 干净利落的白衬衫；质地挺括、整洁的白衬衫

bold accessories 大胆的配饰；设计抢眼或颜色鲜明的饰品

statement shoes 醒目的鞋子；能够突出整体造型的鞋款

wear a minimalist monochrome outfit 穿极简的单色系服装；服装颜色单一、设计简约

designer handbag 设计师品牌手袋；高端品牌的手提包或斜挎包

polished adj. 精致的；得体的；看起来很有品味、讲究的

well thought-out 深思熟虑的；经过仔细搭配或设计的

The reason she dresses this way, as she once explained to me, is that she sees clothing as a form of self-expression. To her, fashion is not merely about following trends, but about reflecting one’s personality and mood. She believes that presenting oneself neatly and stylishly can boost confidence and leave a positive impression on others, which is particularly important in social and professional settings.

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presenting oneself neatly and stylishly 整洁且有风格地展示自己；穿着打扮得体并体现个人风格

Overall, I really admire Lily for her sense of style, because she balances creativity with sophistication, and she inspires me to pay more attention to how I present myself.

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sense of style

balances creativity with sophistication 在创意与成熟优雅之间取得平衡；既有创意又不失精致感

present myself

Part 3

Do most people in your country prefer to buy clothes online or at the street market? Why?

我的答案

Well, in my country, both options are popular, but there has been a noticeable shift towards online shopping, particularly among younger generations. This is mainly due to the convenience, wide selection, and competitive pricing that online platforms offer. However, street markets and local boutiques still attract people who enjoy physically feeling fabrics, trying things on, and discovering unique or handcrafted items. I’d say the choice often depends on whether convenience or the tactile experience is more important to the buyer.

at the street market 在街头市场、露天集市（指在户外临时或固定摊位购买商品的场所，通常价格较亲民，商品种类多，可与摊主直接交流或讨价还价）

a noticeable shift towards online shopping 向线上购物的明显转变

boutiques /buːˈtiːks/ 精品店；小型且有特色的服装或商品店

handcrafted items 手工制作的商品；非流水线生产、具有独特性的物品

tactile adj. /ˈtæktaɪl/ /ˈtæktl/ 触觉的；与触摸、手感有关的

Do you think young people know more about fashion and are better at dressing up elderly people?

我的答案

Generally speaking, young people tend to be more aware of current fashion trends, largely because of social media, online influencers, and fashion apps. They experiment more with styles and are usually quicker to adopt new clothing trends.

Elderly people, on the other hand, often prioritise comfort and practicality over trends. That said, experience gives older individuals a refined sense of what suits them, so they may not be trendy but can be extremely elegant in their dressing.

practicality noun /ˌpræktɪˈkæləti/ 实用性；可行性（指某物在现实生活中是否方便使用、是否切实可用）

trendy adj. 时髦的；流行的；紧跟潮流的

Do you think people would use clothing to show their identity?

我的答案

Absolutely. Clothing is one of the most immediate and visible forms of self-expression. People often use it to signal their profession, cultural background, or personal values. For example, someone working in a creative field might favour bold, unconventional outfits, whereas a corporate employee may choose formal attire to convey professionalism. Even choices in casual wear, such as sustainable brands or vintage clothing, can reflect someone’s personal ethics and lifestyle.