| "You are a fashion diva when you look great, feel | | | | good taste?a. A luxury fur coat, and a sequined |
| great, and sound great." - The Author | | | | handbagb. A two-piece set of expensive luggagec. |
| The basic of basic fashions are known as those | | | | One pair of pearl earrings, and a single strand |
| items that everyone needs. Even though your | | | | pearl necklace |
| choice of color, fabric, and style is a matter of | | | | Correct Answers: |
| individuality, you must always consider the basics. | | | | 1. A |
| Not only is it important to pay attention to your | | | | 2. B |
| basic wardrobe, your accessories can and often | | | | 3. A |
| do make your fashion wardrobe complete and | | | | 4. B |
| unique. | | | | 5 C |
| Accessories don't always have to be expensive. | | | | If your score is 60 points or below, your sense of |
| Bargain department stores carry a wealth of | | | | fashion is not what it should be. |
| inexpensive and attractive selections of costume | | | | If your score is 80 points, congratulations. You did |
| jewelry, scarves, and belts. Just make sure the | | | | a good job. |
| items you purchase are in good taste. And | | | | If you scored 100 points, call yourself a fashion |
| remember, quality over quantity is always best. | | | | diva. |
| Purchase items that are of good quality in both | | | | After making sure your closet consists of the |
| fabric and design; looks great on you, and is in a | | | | basic essentials, you can round out your basic |
| style that fits your personality. That garment will | | | | wardrobe with the following items: |
| last longer and raise your self-esteem. | | | | One tailored or casual dress |
| Now, test yourself on your basic fashion | | | | Two blouses - one to wear with a suit, and one |
| knowledge. For each of the following questions, | | | | of a dressy fabric for evening |
| give yourself twenty points if you know the | | | | At least two scarves - one in a print; one in a |
| correct answer. A perfect score equals 100 | | | | solid color |
| points. A passing score equals 70 points. Answers | | | | A pantsuit |
| appear at the end of the Quiz. Good luck! | | | | At least three complete sets of under-fashions |
| 1. What are the colors of a basic coat?a. Black, | | | | Suitable sleepwear - pajamas or gowns |
| brown, navy, and neutralsb. Red, gold, green and | | | | A pair of slippers |
| yellowc. White | | | | Five to six pairs of panty hose |
| 2. What are the basic fabrics of a suit or | | | | Now you can start planning or updating your basic |
| pantsuit?a. Sheersb. Heavy cotton, lightweight | | | | wardrobe. Before buying any item, decide first on |
| wool, or good flannelc. Natural Silks | | | | your color choices. Spread out your purchases |
| 3. What is a basic style for daytime dresses?a. | | | | based on your budget and needs. Allow for lots of |
| One that is easy to dress up or dress downb. | | | | time and keep in mind that it is more important |
| Floor lengthc. Sleeveless | | | | to buy the right item for the right occasion. |
| 4. What are the basic colors and styles of | | | | Wearing the right outfit for its intended purpose |
| after-five dresses?a. Basic colors are absolutely | | | | reflects on your good taste. And good taste is |
| necessary and from gowns to shortsb. Basic | | | | essential when the investment for quality fashions |
| colors are not necessary and may be evening | | | | comes out of your pocket. Wearing those items |
| gowns to velvet pantsuits | | | | that fit your personality and figure is also |
| 5. What two basic accessory items are always in | | | | important. So, learn to choose and spend wisely. |