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line

The linear marks within the pattern of your fabric or the edge created when two shapes/ fabrics meet.

Color

also called hue

Texture

Texture is the surface quality of a shape - rough, smooth, soft hard glossy etc. Texture can be physical (tactile) or visual.

Shape

A shape is a self

contained defined area

of geometric or organic

form.

Value

Value is the lightness

or darkness of a colour.

Value is also called

Tone.

Movemnet and direction

All lines have direction >

Horizontal, Vertical or

Oblique.

- Horizontal suggests calmness

and stability.

- Vertical gives a feeling of

balance.

- Oblique suggests movement

and action.

Balance

Balance is the impression of

equilibrium in a piece of work.

Balance is often referred to

as symmetrical, asymmetrical,

or radial.

Unity is achieved when the

components of a garment

are perceived as

harmonious, giving the look

a sense of completion.

Harmony and Unity

Contrast & Variety

Contrast is the

juxtaposition of opposing

elements eg. opposite

colours on the colour wheel

- red / green, blue /

orange etc. Contrast in

tone or value - light / dark.

Contrast in direction -

horizontal / vertical.

Emphasis and Dominance

Emphasis refers

to the created

center of interest,

the place in an

artwork where

your eye first

lands.

Rhythm and Repetition

Repeated patterns,

shapes or sizes.

- Repetition with

variation is interesting,

without variation

repetition can become

monotonous.

Proportion

Proportion refers to

the relative size and

scale of the various

elements in a design.

Adornment

self expression, adornemnt, creaatvity, beauty, art form, helps you feel ebatufical / handsome, feel, texture, design

Protection ( occuptoinal against orders)

• Service Members

  • Firefighters

  • Police Officers

• Medical professions

  • Gloves, face masks, scrubs

Protection: Physical Needs

• Climate:  

  • Comfort

    • Coolness

    • Warmth

  • Protects us against the elements (wind, rain, snow, UV rays)

    • Raincoat

    • Snowsuit

    • Wet suit

    • Hat for sun protection

Protection: Physical Needs

• Animal/insect Protection

  • Beekeepers

  • Shark suit

  • Mosquitos

Protection: Enemies

• Body shields, suits of armor, helmets, bullet proof vests

• Pockets and belts are functional

• Camouflage fabric

• Sports

  • Reflective clothing

  • Pads and helmets

Identification

• Fulfills our need to belong

  • Social groups, professions, association, heritage, role you play or skill you have

• What types of items fit into the category of uniforms?

  • Pros vs. Cons of Uniforms

• Dress code: Garments that fit into a range of options

  • Why are business people expected to wear suits?

  • What is the benefit of adhering to the dress code?

  • What is one rule you would change/add/expect in a dress code? 

Identification - Self expression

• Clothing seen as extension of yourself

  • When you feel good in particular outfit it affects your mental state and outlook 

• Establishes/maintains body image

  • Chemotherapy patient wearing scarf

  • Someone wearing spanx to look thinner

Modesty

• Covering in accordance to society expectations

  • Women in the 1800’s? the 1920’s?

  • Swimwear?

  • Current level of modesty?

  • Age?

Status

• Clothing is used to gain a higher rank in society

• What do people in high status wear?

  • Wealth?

  • Achievements?

• Identifies social roles to others

  • Prom- dress up

  • Brand name clothing

Differences bonus

• Beauty varies between

  • Cultures

  • Age groups

  • Professions/ interests

  • (click to play)Ideal beauty around the world

  • (click to play)Beauty Standards around the world