Philiposhpy of Clothing Throughout history clothing and fashion has been present in people’s lives. Some people wear clothing for appearance or necessity as a result clothing has been either a need or a want. Events that have occurred in history over time have helped shape fashion and the way people cover up their bodies. People wear clothing for many different reasons. Whether people dress to impress, dress because nudity is wrong or whether people dress for practical reasons; the question still remains, why do people wear clothing? Clothing provides a sense of protection, confidence and attractiveness, dress remains to be one of the most powerful ways for self expression. The definition of clothing is coverings and garments intended to be worn on the human body. The way clothing first came about is still uncertain. Anthropologists give estimates that range between 100,000 to 500,000 years ago. The first pieces of clothing were made from natural elements such as; animal skin furs and leathers. About 30,000 years ago clothing was draped or tied; a simple needle made of animal bone was used to sew leather or fur garments. The clothing individuals wore in the past possessed the ability to fascinate others. People choose to wear clothing for various reasons. These reasons include; for protection, identification, religious reason, superstition, sexual attraction and for decoration of the body. People wear clothing to protect themselves from numerous weather conditions such as, cold or warm climates and rain or snow. In colder climates people wear layers of clothing or thicker fabrics to keep warm. In warmer climates people protect themselves from heat and sun. In the Sahara wool headings are worn to protect the head from the sun and in America hats or sunglasses or worn for protection from the sun. Clothing can also be used for protection from