The Relationship of the Elements and Principles of Design

ELEMENTS OF DESIGN
Color Shape/Form Line Texture TOOLS

PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN
Balance Rhythm Emphasis Proportion/Scale RULES To Harmony create

Fashion B: Standard 11
Created by: Kris Caldwell Timpanogos High School Modified by Norma Vorthmann Treynor High School 3-11

Principles of Design
Balance Proportion Emphasis Rhythm

Balance
 

Equilibrium Steadiness among the parts of a design Visual distribution of weight



Formal balance: symmetrical Informal balance: assymmetrical

Proportion


Size, relationship of all of the parts in a design to each other and to the whole
    

Size of pocket/jacket Scarf to sweater Boots/shoe to outfit Belt to pants Jewelry to garment

Also called scale



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


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
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. Radial Arrangement: Line come from a central point.

ELEMENTS OF DESIGN
Color Shape/Form Line Texture TOOLS

PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN
Balance Rhythm Emphasis Proportion/Scale RULES To Harmony create

Common Body Types



Tall and Thin:



Things that would be good to wear:

  

Gathered or pleated skirts and pants Flared or wide leg pants Horizontal stripes Tight fitting dresses, skirts or pants Small patterns Bold verticals

Things to avoid:
  

Common Body Types



Short and Heavy



Things that would be good to wear:

  

Vertical lines Empire, A-line, narrow silhouettes Asymmetrical closings Two-piece or Two-colored outfits Horizontal Stripes

Things to Avoid:
 

Common Body Types



Top Heavy


Things that would be good to wear:

  

Simple, slim tailored shirts V necklines Slim sleeves Clingy or shiny things on top High necklines and large collars Ruffles, bows, trims above the waist

Things to Avoid:
  

Common Body Types



Thick Middle


Things that would be good to wear:

  

Unfitted, but not full garments Tubular Silhouettes Details above the waist Fitted waistlines or tight belts Baggy or bulky fits at waistline

Things to Avoid:
 

Common Body Types



Hip Heavy


Things that would be good to wear:

  

Attractive collars Wide shoulder lines, yokes Light colored tops with dark bottoms Tight fitting pants or skirts Belts or horizontal bands at hips Shiny, clingy fabric or bold prints below the waist

Things to Avoid:
  

Create the Best Look!

Figure/Physique

Chest/Waist/Hips Body Build: Relationship among the body areas

Where to Take Body Measurements

Increases the apparent size of the upper body.

Draws attention to the face.

A Best Style for Me

 

My Goals: Look shorter. Emphasize: My skin.

Black .. The horizontal lines in the jacket decrease my apparent height.