Principles of

Designs and
Colors
TLE Dressmaking
Apply the principles of design and color harmonies
 Principles of Designs
The principles of design are essential to the development
and production of clothing used by individuals and
families around the world. Each principle has a specific
role in creating an aesthetically pleasing garment or
ensemble.
The personality of the wearer shows the kind of
image she/he projects.
Personalities differ depending on the kind of
clothing people wear.
prefer clothes of simple yet classical cut with
pastel or light colors.

Introvert
persons
are creative, artistic, expressive and energetic. They prefer
clothing that is comfortable, attractive and fashionable.
They can wear all kinds of clothing of varied style, colors
and design with confidence.

Extrovert
persons
Principles of Design
• Balance
• Rhythm
• Emphasis
• Harmony
• Proportion
 Balance
From the centered of the dress, design should be identified
on both sides.

Symmetrical Radial
Asymmetrical
 RHYTHM
These are smooth movement lines repeated again and
again. It is created by repeated use of the design.
 EMPHASIS
Every pleasing design has one part that is more
interesting than any other. The center of interest.
 HARMONY
It is the blending of all components of design. When the structural
lines, decorative lines, colors and accessories all relate to each other
comfortably, harmony results
 PROPORTION
The pleasing relationship of all parts of the object with one
another. Proportion refers to the relative size and scale of
the various elements in a design.
Thank
You!