Understanding Design Chapter 10

Shape and Size Frame - the skeletal structure normally has a lot to do with what people can wear Size ratios – comparing areas of the body (upper body vs lower body, length of arms) Geometric shape – pg 174

The Elements of Design Line – series of points connected to form a narrow path (page 175) – most important Create visual magic Vertical – eye up and down – taller and thinner Horizontal – side to side, width rather than height Diagonal – movement and excitement Page 178 - illusions

Shape – outline that forms when ore or more lines come together (silhouette) Natural – follow the curves of the body Tubular – rectangular and vertical Bell – narrow at the top, larger at the bottom Full – gathers, full sleeves wide legged pants Pg 180

Shape – area within the shape goes within the garment as spacing for the exterior details, ex. Decorative trimmings, structural lines Pg 181

Texture Soft and clingy - such as jersey flattering for most shapes Moderately crisp – corduroy, denim, often used to conceal Extra –crisp – taffeta and vinyl – create outer shell Smooth with dull finish – do not seem to create illusions, flannel Nubby and bulky – add dimension, making someone appear larger Dull fabrics – absorb light and make things look smaller Shiny – reflect light and give impression of added size, ex. Sequins and metallics

Pattern Can be large or small, even or uneaven, light or dark, spaced or clustered, muted or bold Small patterns tend to decrease size, large increases Be careful with LOUD prints.

The Principles of Design Balance – when spaces on both sides of a central line appear equal Symmetrical – both sides look the same Asymmetrical – adding excitement by surprising the eye, generally done with lines, color, or pattern (pg 185) Proportion – separate parts of a garment relate to each other and to the whole size (scale) Emphasis – what is the focal point?

Rhythm – visual carrying the eye through the pattern Repetition – repeats Radiation – lines or patterns flow from central location Gradation – changes gradually as a change of size or color Harmony – complement each other, looks like it belongs