1. Texture in Fashion

2. Texture Where is texture found? –In the thickness and appearance of fabric. What is it? –The one element that you can see and feel What are the different textures we have here in class?

3. What words describe texture? Loopy, fuzzy, furry, soft, shiny, dull, bulky, rough, crisp, smooth, sheer… How is texture created? By the fiber type, weaving or knitting process, or by the fabric finishes Texture

4. There are two types of texture: TACTILE Texture that can be felt by touch. (rough, prickly) VISUAL Texture that can be seen. (shiny, dull, matte) Texture

5. Increasing size Which do you think would increase the appearance of body size? Shiny or glossy (reflect more light) Thick Bulky, shaggy, fuzzy, wrinkled

6. Decreasing size Which textures would decrease the appearance of body size? Dull (because they absorb light) Thin to mid-weight Smooth, flat surfaces

9. Texture portfolio page Address the following in the paragraph: Describe the specific textures in the outfit. (shiny, fuzzy…) Tell what kind of textures they are. (tactile or visual) What does the texture do to the body appearance? (increase, decrease size) Do the textures draw attention to specific parts of the design? What message does the texture give? (casual, formal…)

10. Texture Portfolio page