Fashion B:

Standard 11
Created by:

Kris Caldwell
Timpanogos High School
 Principles of Design
Balance
Proportion
Emphasis
Rhythm
Balance
 Equilibrium or
steadiness among the
parts of a design. It is
the visual distribution of
weight.
 Formal balance:
symmetrical
 Informal balance:
assymmetrical
Proportion
 The spacial, or size,
relationship of all of the
parts in a design to each
other and to the whole.
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.
 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
 Tall and Thin:
 Things that would be good to wear:
 Gathered or pleated skirts and pants
 Flared or wide leg pants
 Horizontal stripes
 Things to avoid:
 Tight fitting dresses, skirts or pants
 Small patterns
 Bold verticals
Common Body Types
 Short and Heavy
 Things that would be good to wear:
 Vertical lines
 Empire, A-line, narrow silhouettes
 Asymmetrical closings
 Things to Avoid:
 Two-piece or Two-colored outfits
 Horizontal Stripes
Common Body Types
 Top Heavy
 Things that would be good to wear:
 Simple, slim tailored shirts
 V necklines
 Slim sleeves
 Things to Avoid:
 Clingy or shiny things on top
 High necklines and large collars
 Ruffles, bows, trims above the waist
Common Body Types
 Thick Middle
 Things that would be good to wear:
 Unfitted, but not full garments
 Tubular Silhouettes
 Details above the waist
 Things to Avoid:
 Fitted waistlines or tight belts
 Baggy or bulky fits at waistline
Common Body Types
 Hip Heavy
 Things that would be good to wear:
 Attractive collars
 Wide shoulder lines, yokes
 Light colored tops with dark bottoms
 Things to Avoid:
 Tight fitting pants or skirts
 Belts or horizontal bands at hips
 Shiny, clingy fabric or bold prints below the waist