Clothing is directly in contact with the human body and seen as a fundamental element of the self, an "extension of the body" (charlotte Suthwell, 2004). Clothing influences the appearance of the body, with shape and form, which impacts the structure of social identity. This could be a series of social identities that create the “self,” such as occupation, nationality, class, and gender. Clothing and the way we dress are the initial impression on a person, and clothing can influence how we are perceived. Through dress, we are therefore defined as man or woman. Not only is clothing determined by gender, but also by other factors such as social status, role and age, which is then determined by design, style and colour. Furthermore, clothing is functional, such as body protection, but can also convey meaning, making statements about class, status, and the representation of certain groups. They create a form of non-verbal communication. fashion and clothing are the form of non-verbal communication as they do not use spoken or written words. are consistent in that that culture was established as, or defined in terms of communication." (Malcolm Barnard, 1996). Clothing is used unconsciously. An outfit is formed together without awareness of forming gender, social status and produces an identity In conclusion “Clothing allows us to play with our identities” (Charoltte Suthwell, 2004). However, "men and women will never be the same again, but their differences will not must necessarily give them an unequal status" (Kidwell & Paoletti, 1991). is determined by change in society and the question of whether men and women will be "valued equally, despite all their differences".,