Clothing Directory

This directory consists of the websites related to the clothing issues and information. Clothing is defined, in its broadest sense, as coverings for the torso and limbs as well as coverings for the hands, feet and head. Humans nearly universally wear clothing, which is also known as dress, garments, attire, or apparel. People wear clothing for functional as well as for social reasons. Clothing protects the vulnerable human body from the extremes of weather and other features of our environment. But every article of clothing also carries a cultural and social meaning.

Humans also decorate their bodies with makeup or cosmetics, perfume, and other ornamentation; they also cut, dye, and arrange the hair of their heads, faces, and bodies and sometimes also mark their skin. All these decorations contribute to the overall effect and message of clothing, but do not constitute clothing per se.

The practical function of clothing is to protect the human body from weather strong sunlight, extreme heat or cold, and precipitation as well as protect from insects, noxious chemicals, weapons, and contact with abrasive substances. In sum, clothing protects against anything that might injure the naked human body. Humans have shown extreme inventiveness in devising clothing solutions to practical problems.