1. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Venturing outside a spacecraft to conduct assembly, maintenance or emergency repairs is one of the most important activities that an astronaut performs. It is also one of the most dangerous. Astronauts must wear special clothing when executing extravehicular activities to protect themselves from the rarified atmosphere. The clothing helps simulate the atmospheric conditions of earth inside a protective cocoon of specialized gear which permits preservation from extreme temperatures in the most hostile of environmental conditions.2. DECORATION
There is tremendous diversity in the small geographic area of the Omo valley in Ethiopia. The people in this region are known for their strong tribal identities. Tribal loyalties, some have suggested, are the root of the ongoing hostilities. The maintenance and propagation of tribal identity remains critically important and is apparent in language, custom and clothing. The tribes use elements of nature as decoration. Leaves and flowers are an integral part of clothing and serve both decorative and symbolic purposes.3. GENDER DIFFERENTIATION
The burqa is a loose outer garment worn by women in several Islamic countries to convey modesty in public settings. This has been a long-standing custom for women in countries around the world, arising from the hadith teachings of the Koran. Gender differentiation is apparent in the fact that men’s clothing continues to evolve and more western garments have become acceptable in society. There is tremendous variety in the interpretation and the demonstration of modesty through clothing. Versions of the burqa or niqab vary greatly in style and form between Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Bosnia and the United Kingdom.4. GROUP MEMBERSHIP
The cassock is a close fitting, ankle-length robe worn by the Catholic clergy as their official garb. The cassock has remained a form of dress associated with and representative of group membership. 5. CEREMONIALISM
The Indian ceremonial bridal lengha is a type of skirt, usually very heavily embroidered with beads and other ornate forms of decoration. Lenghas are an increasingly popular wedding dress. A lengha is usually worn with a short blouse called a choli. While the choli is usually tailored and close fitting with short sleeves and a low neck, the lengha is ordinarily very loose. These bridal garments are very heavy as they are embroidered and are made with lush dense fabrics.6. SEXUAL ENHANCEMENT
Samba music is derived from African and European roots and is closely associated with Brazil and the annual Carnival and has become a symbol of Brazilian national identity. This rhythmic and evocative style of music encourages self expression and promotes a visually and sonically uplifting experience. To suit the occasion, clothing tends also to support sexual enhancement with bright colors, the use of sequins and tight fitting garments that highlight physical attractiveness.
