Talking About Clothing, Makeup & Fashion in English | English Learning Podcast to Listen & Speak

Want to talk about clothes, style, and makeup in English without sounding awkward? 👗💄✨

In this episode of English in Style, Alice and Bob break down the essential fashion vocabulary you need to describe outfits, makeup looks, and personal style with confidence—whether you’re talking to friends, shopping, or scrolling Instagram.

If you’ve ever thought,

“How do I say this in English… ‘oversized sweater’, ‘dewy makeup’, or ‘classic style’?”
this episode is for you.

👚 What you’ll learn in this episode

By the end of the episode, you’ll be able to:

1️⃣ Describe clothing clearly and naturally

Use core categories: tops, bottoms, outerwear

Name common items: shirts, blouses, sweaters, trousers, jeans, skirts

Talk about patterns: striped, polka dot, plaid

Build full, natural sentences like:

“She’s wearing a striped button-down shirt.”

2️⃣ Talk about fit & comfort like a native

Use fit words: loose-fitting, snug, slim fit, oversized

Explain problems:

“This jacket is too tight across the shoulders.”
“The fit is a bit restrictive.”

Describe materials and feel: cotton, wool, denim, leather, suede, flowy chiffon

3️⃣ Understand and use makeup vocabulary

The base layer: foundation, concealer, setting powder

The color products: blush, eyeshadow, lipstick, lip gloss, mascara

Describe finishes: matte, dewy, shimmery

Give natural compliments like:

“I love your dewy foundation.”
“That bold red lip really suits you.”

4️⃣ Speak confidently about overall style & trends

Talk about trends: trendy, fashionable, in style, out of style, dated

Know timeless pieces: a classic / timeless style

Describe personal style:

vibrant, edgy, goth, casual, bohemian / boho

Understand trend vocabulary like bodycon and how to learn new words from captions and fashion media.

🎧 Who is this episode for?

This episode is perfect if you:

Are an A2–B2 English learner (elementary to upper-intermediate)

Love fashion, beauty, or style content

Want to sound more natural and expressive when describing outfits and makeup

Are preparing to live, study, or work in an English-speaking environment

📝 Practice challenge (try this after listening!)

In the comments or your notebook, write 1–2 sentences:

Compliment a friend’s outfit and makeup using at least:

one fit word (e.g. oversized, slim fit)

one material word (e.g. denim, wool, leather)

one makeup word (e.g. matte, shimmery, bold lip)

Example:

“I love your oversized denim jacket—the fit is so relaxed, and your shimmery eyeshadow really matches your vibrant style.”

👠 Style isn’t just what you wear—it’s how you talk about it.
Hit play and let English in Style help you sound confident, clear, and stylish in English.


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