Importance of Clothing in Prologue of the Canterbury Tales
Countless people believe in the cliche "do not judge a book by its
cover": but why not? Clothing often forms another's first impression of one.
It speaks of where a person has been and where they intend to go. Their
appearance also illustrates a person's true self and aspirations. A man
wearing torn jeans, dingy shirt, and old shoes might be thought of as poor
or coming home from a hard day's labor. However, a young woman in a Gucci
dress with Versace pumps could be assumed to have access to a large amount
of money. In "The Prologue from the Canterbury Tales," Chaucer uses
clothing as an insight into people's
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Garbed in a stained coarse cotton tunic, the knight sits
upon his horse. Seen in a different setting, the Knight's attire would say
little about his life as an honorable man. By humbling oneself, a true hero
lends credence to the fact that flash is not always needed. His armor left
dark smudges on his tunic. Humbling experiences cause humans to step back
and analyze the fortune they have; they learn that they do not have to wear
their achievements. Sometimes people boast their success through fine
clothing. Unlike the flamboyant Yeomen, the distinguished knight wears old
garments.
The Yeomen succumbs to society's inclination that when he
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At first glance, one would assume that he
was a superior archer of high standings rather then a lowly Yeomen. Looks
can be deceiving, but the illusion fades as one's true self shines through.
Extravagant best describes the Yeomen's style while plain and reserved best
depicts the nun.
Chaucer illustrates how small insignificant accessories can have a
deeper meaning. The Nun wore a coral trinket on her arm. While the standard
habit of a nun is subdued and simple, the added touch of the coral trinket
emanates her femininity. Professional attire can limit one's expression of
their true personality, however, small discreet accessories will give hint
to it. She wore her gaudies beads on a shiny gold brooch. This gold brooch
reveals wealth and womanly pride not usually expected of a nun. Small
subtle things can get your point across as well as the obvious.
One's life expectations and desires are masqueraded though the
clothing they wear. Often clothing plays a pivotal role in first
impressions. How people dress give insight into the real person
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and pulleys to bend the bow's limbs, which are usually much stiffer than those of
certain style of clothing may be in but then the next day it will be out of style welcoming a new
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he does not put people in the order of their social rank, "My wit is
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