Fashion B Standard 11 Created by Kris Caldwell

Fashion B: Standard 11 Created by: Kris Caldwell Timpanogos High School

Principles of Design Balance Proportion Emphasis Rhythm

Balance l Equilibrium or steadiness among the parts of a design. It is the visual distribution of weight. l l Formal balance: symmetrical Informal balance: assymmetrical

Proportion l The spacial, or size, relationship of all of the parts in a design to each other and to the whole. Also called “scale”. l Body is 8 heads tall. 3/8 is waist to top of head. 5/8 is from waist down. Styles that complement that natural figure are more flattering and stay in style longer.

Emphasis l l Concentration of interest in a particular part or area of a design. One part is more important or more noticeable, it is the center of the outfit. It is best to have one area of interest.

Rhythm l l l The pleasing arrangement of the design elements so the eye moves well over the apparel. It directs the flow of eye movement. Repetition: Can be a repeat of lines, shapes, colors, or textures Gradation: Also called progression. An increase or decrease in design elements. Transition: A fluid rhythm created when a curved line leads the eye over an angle. Opposition: hen lines meet to form right angles. Radial Arrangement: Line come from a central point.

Common Body Types l Tall and Thin: l Things that would be good to wear: l l Gathered or pleated skirts and pants Flared or wide leg pants Horizontal stripes Things to avoid: l l l Tight fitting dresses, skirts or pants Small patterns Bold verticals

Common Body Types l Short and Heavy l Things that would be good to wear: l l Vertical lines Empire, A-line, narrow silhouettes Asymmetrical closings Things to Avoid: l l Two-piece or Two-colored outfits Horizontal Stripes

Common Body Types l Top Heavy l Things that would be good to wear: l l Simple, slim tailored shirts V necklines Slim sleeves Things to Avoid: l l l Clingy or shiny things on top High necklines and large collars Ruffles, bows, trims above the waist

Common Body Types l Thick Middle l Things that would be good to wear: l l Unfitted, but not full garments Tubular Silhouettes Details above the waist Things to Avoid: l l Fitted waistlines or tight belts Baggy or bulky fits at waistline

Common Body Types l Hip Heavy l Things that would be good to wear: l l Attractive collars Wide shoulder lines, yokes Light colored tops with dark bottoms Things to Avoid: l l l Tight fitting pants or skirts Belts or horizontal bands at hips Shiny, clingy fabric or bold prints below the waist