1. The Art of Line

2. Line Refers to an elongated mark that connects two or more points. Line –encloses space –divides space –creates shapes

3. What lines appear in this dress? Lines can create optical illusions

4. Structural Decorative Vs. Structural – lines are required to maintain the structure of the garment; for example, seams Decorative – lines created by the designer purely for decoration; for example, a printed-on design

5. Vertical Message –Formal Illusion –Increases, emphasizes, reinforces length, height, narrowness, thinness– slimming Placement –Deep v-necklines, narrow lapels, vertical stripes, darts, pleats, folds, crease, zippers, row of buttons, neckties,

7. Horizontal Message –relaxed, casual, Illusion –Increases, emphasizes, reinforces width, bulk, shortness, counters vertical lines, when placed high appears taller, when placed low appears shorter Placement –Necklines, bow ties, horizontal stripes, belts, cuffs, waistline, platform shoes, wide-brimmed hat

9. Diagonal Message –movement, dramatic Illusion –Increases, emphasizes, reinforces the direction of the dominant angle Placement –V-shaped neckline, open collar, lapels, raglan sleeve seamlines, closures, row of buttons, fabric inset, diagonal stripes, herringbone pattern, zigzag pattern, A- line skirt, flared skirt or pants

11. Curved Lines Message –Gentle, Romantic, Soft, Casual, Illusion –Holds attention longer, increases, emphasizes, reinforces rounded soft-body curves Placements –Fabric pattern, necklines, collars, seamlines, bows, lapels, sleeves, ruffles, skirts, gathers, trims, buttons

13. Portfolio Assignment Design two outfits using two of the four lines. Horizontal or Vertical, Curved Line, Diagonal Line Address the following in your summary: –What lines are found in your design? –Where are the lines found? –Are the lines structural or decorative? –What is the illusion and message associated with the described lines.

14. Curved line sample portfolio page

15. Diagonal Line sample portfolio page

16. Straight line portfolio sample page