Topic 12: Beauty and Fashion

A1 - A2 (Beginner - Elementary)

1. Do you like fashion? Why or why not?

2. What is your favorite color to wear?

3. Do you prefer casual clothes or formal clothes? Why?

4. What do you usually wear to a party?

5. Do you like shopping for clothes? Why or why not?

6. What is your favorite piece of clothing?

7. Do you think expensive clothes are better? Why or why not?

8. What is a popular fashion trend in your country?

9. Do you prefer wearing jeans or dresses? Why?

10. How often do you buy new clothes?

11. Do you follow fashion trends? Why or why not?

12. What kind of clothes do you wear in the summer?

13. Do you like wearing accessories (hats, watches, jewelry)?

14. Have you ever worn traditional clothing? What was it like?

15. Do you prefer sneakers or formal shoes? Why?

16. What does “beauty” mean to you?

B1 - B2 (Intermediate - Upper-Intermediate)

17. How does fashion influence people’s confidence?

18. What are the pros and cons of following fashion trends?

19. How has fashion changed over the years?

20. What is more important: comfort or style? Why?

21. Do you think social media affects how people dress? How?

22. What is the difference between fashion and personal style?

23. How does fashion differ in different cultures?

24. Do you think people judge others by their appearance? Why?

25. Should school uniforms be mandatory? Why or why not?

26. What is your opinion on second-hand or vintage clothing?

27. How do celebrities influence fashion trends?

28. Is fashion important in the workplace? Why or why not?

29. What are some common beauty standards in your country?

30. Should beauty pageants exist? Why or why not?

31. How do beauty and fashion affect self-esteem?

32. How do people express themselves through clothing?

C1 - C2 (Advanced - Proficient)

33. How do cultural and historical events shape fashion trends?

34. Should the fashion industry be responsible for promoting body positivity?

35. How does fast fashion impact the environment?

36. Is there a connection between fashion and social class? Why?

37. What is the psychology behind why people follow fashion trends?

38. How has digital technology changed the fashion industry?

39. Should there be stricter regulations for the beauty industry? Why or why not?

40. How do fashion designers balance creativity and business?

41. What role does gender play in beauty standards?

42. Should fashion brands be more inclusive of different body types?

43. What impact does cultural appropriation have on fashion?

44. How does fashion reflect political and social movements?

45. Is it ethical to wear animal-based fashion products? Why or why not?

46. What are the future trends in sustainable fashion?

47. Should people care about fashion, or is it unimportant?

48. If you could change one thing about the fashion industry, what would it be?