1. Understanding Design
Chapter 10

2. 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

3. 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 illusions

4. 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

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

6. 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

7. 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.

8. 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?

9. 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