Design and clothing selection

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Design and Clothing Selection

Individuality of a Person
The particular character, or
aggregate of qualities, that
distinguishes one person or thing from
others, sole and personal nature: a
person of marked individuality.

Individuality
of a Person
How to Express
Individuality in Clothing
Across the world, there are billions of people, but
when you look at the outfits of everyone, very few people
are wearing the exact same thing. Individuality gives
people the opportunity to personalize outfits with their
choice of style. It is important to look for inspiration when
trying to create your own style, but you should always have
your own and never copy someone's exact style. Building
your unique wardrobe is vital to expressing individuality,
and you should look for pieces that flatter your body and
make you feel confident. When trying to express
individuality, take time to research different types of styles
and which designs, ideas, and products you like best.

Importance of Individuality
Gives control to individuals
Boosts confidence
Promotes originality
Encourages differentiation between people
Reflection of people's unique personalities
Gives an opportunity for self-expression
Allows a chance for creativity

Do’s of Creating a Personal Style
Do focus an emphasizing your best features by
finding pieces that flatter you the most.
Do look everywhere (magazines, television, people
on the streets, nature etc.) for inspiration.
Do match your style to your life goals.
Do grow style wardrobe with classic investment
pieces and add a few trendy accent pieces each
year.

Don'ts of Creating a Personal
Style
Don't try to replicate someone else's exact
style; develop your own.
Don't be afraid to take risks and try new things.
Don't spend much time or money on trends;
instead focus on your personal preferences.
Don't lose confidence in your own skin.

Tips for Expressing Individuality
Look for unique pieces in thrift or vintage
stores.
Purchase items from stores that support a
cause or organization you care about.
Find accessories (purses, belts, vests,
watches, hats, etc.) that suit your personal
style and you can incorporate into different
outfits.

Tips for Expressing Individuality
 Look for jewelry items that will make a statement.
 Practice with different clothing sets to find a look
you truly love.
 Only purchase items that you feel comfortable in.
Avoid items that do not properly fit or you don't
love.
 Add spice to your personal style by having a
unique hairstyle or color.

Importance of Clothes
Clothes protect us from the heat of the
sun it also protects us from dust, rain, cold,
insect bites.
They also make us look smart and feel
good.
Clothes helps us to identify the job of a
person. We can identify them through
their uniforms.

Divisions of Design
Design is an arrangement of
elements of design and principles of art
like lines, shape, colours, form, fabric,
texture, balance, proportion, rhythm and
emphasis that create a visual image. For
example: to create a new version or a
style for garment.

Divisions of Design
There are four factors that influence
design. They are:
• Functions
• Materials
• Technology
• Style
Factors of design

Divisions of Design
In the fashion design area there are
two basic divisions of designing. There
are two types of design:
Structural design
Decorative design
Types / Classification of Design in Fashion
Clothing

Divisions of Design
Structural design includes the all over design of a
garment. A specific size of dress is expressed by some lines.
Each clothes have a specific size and measurement for
express the design. Form, shape, color, texture and line
involved in assembling the sections of the garment such as
dart manipulation techniques, pleats, tucks, layers, yokes,
plackets, pockets frills, flounces, gathers, bows, fasteners
etc.
Structural Design

Divisions of Design
Structural design in clothing
Structural design may add a
decorative quality if emphasized by
colour contrast or row of top
stitching to outline the basic
garment parts. In apparel,
structural design is more important
because it is the fundamental
component of design.

Divisions of Design
Elements of basic structural design are derived
into four ways.
 Silhouette (Straight, Bell, Bustle Silhouette)
 Lines (Straight and Curved Lines)
 Colors (Warm And Cold Colors)
 Textures (Smooth, Stiff, Rough and Shiny)
In present day different structural fashion design styles are more popular in
the world. Most of the famous fashion designers are now create new structural
fashion style for runway to show their creativity.

Divisions of Design
Decorative Design
Decorative design refers
to the surface enrichments of
structural design. For the
purpose of adding a richer
quality, any line, colour of
materials that has been
applied on structural design is
called decorative design.
Decorative design is drawn by the
beginner fashion designer as well as the
boutique designers. These drawn will be draped
over it. When the design is accepted by the
management or senior designer, then they will
select the garment that is designed. For these
designs the fabric style and color combinations
are selected and make a sample for approval. It
is the design and outfit is made for an individual
customer. Structural designs are more
permanent better quality and expensive; and
more durable than decorative designs.

Divisions of Design
On the basis of variation of features, sources of beauty,
senses, motive and personality design can be classified
in different heads. Such as;
 Classification of design according to motif.
 Classification of design on the base of beauty.
 Classification of design according to sense,
motive and personality.
 Classification of design according to source.
Other classification of design for
clothing

Divisions of Design
Classification of design according to motif.
• Natural design

Divisions of Design
• Conventional design

Divisions of Design
• Geometric design

Divisions of Design
• Abstract design

Divisions of Design
• Stylized design

Divisions of Design
Classification of design on the base of beauty.
• Distinctive design:
This design
distinguishes address
for its special tracing.

Divisions of Design
• Classic design:
The design which
helps dresses to be
differentiated easily is
called classic design.

Divisions of Design
• Ordinary design:
In this process
dresses are plainly
designed, it may be
considered as an
ordinary one.

Divisions of Design
• Poor design:
The design which doesn`t
add beauty or increase that it
may be considered as an
ordinary one.

Divisions of Design
Classification of design according to sense,
• Athletic design:
This type of design
is use on games, sports
and exercises related to
dresses like football,
cricket, basket ball,
swimming and running.

Divisions of Design
• Romantic design:
The dress made
ready to reveal out or
express cheer of mind,
emotion and imaging
concept is called
romantic design.

Divisions of Design
• Grammen design:
It is the dress which
reveal out over flowing youth
after design. The word
grammen means-small in size,
young in age and friendly
casual in manner to en-light
these specialties.

Divisions of Design
Classification of design according to source.
• Architectural design:
Architecture and fashion
have a lot in common, both
fashion designer and architect
use geometry to generate
forms; they create structure,
design lines and shapes.

Divisions of Design
• Historic design:
It refers to the famous
monuments or building,
historical costumes like historic
temple, Taj Mahal, different
periods costume design and
motif of emperors etc.

Divisions of Design
• National design:
National design mainly
influenced by the country
culture, religion, social
commitment, people
acceptance etc.

Divisions of Design
• Modern design:
To do this kind of design,
fashion designers are following
the latest trend in the world.

Elements of Design
There are four elements of
fashion design: shape and form, line,
color/value, and texture.

Elements of Design
Shape and form are among
the most important in design. The
shape or silhouette, is the most
obvious visual element of a
garment, it is probably the first
thing that is seen.

Elements of Design
Line is the simplest element
of design. There are two types:
outline and style lines. Outline is
the outer edge of the design
whereas style lines are lines that
divide up the space inside of the
outline.

Elements of Design
Example, if you were to trace
around an outfit in a magazine or
catalogue, you would follow along
the outline. Style lines also can be
created several things like belts, a
color line or a pocket.

Elements of Design
Color has an enormous
effect on how you feel.
Everyone loves wearing their
favorite color, and infact it
makes them feel good.

Elements of Design
Texture is another important
element that actually can determine
a lot the way fabric feels is a big
thing to consider.
• When designing, it is important to
know how a fabric will drape and
feel.
• The design should be paired
appropriately with the right fabric.

Color
Color is the first thing other
people notice about us, and its
impact is immediate and long-
lasting.

Color
Color is the first thing other people notice about us,
and its impact is immediate and long-lasting. Our fashion
colour choices say a lot about the image we are trying to
portray and how we feel about ourselves.
Within seconds of meeting you, others will respond
to the 'colour messages' flashed by your clothes. It is a fact
that different colours can make people feel a certain way. It
has even been determined by medical science that colour
can influence the viewer's hormones, blood pressure and
body temperature.
Color also has an impact on: Your apparent shape; Your apparent weight; Your
apparent personality; Your emotions; Others emotions.

Color
Other important considerations are how
appropriate the color is for the:
• Location
• Occasion
• Time of year
• Your age
• Your natural colouring

Color Sometimes a certain combination of
colours will create the affect, rather than each
colour individually. Colours produce different
reactions when put together in different colour
combinations and when used in different fabrics.
For example, a red jacket worn with a white shirt
to a business meeting exhibits confidence and
power, but a red jacket worn with a lacy red top
may be interpreted as you having other things on
your mind besides this business meeting.

Color
Here is a list of colours for women that are
ideal for a whole range of occasions:
 Blue-based reds: Suggests intelligence and
femininity.
 Yellow-based reds: Energetic colour that
keeps conversations going (Men are
inherently attracted to yellow-based reds - a
great colour for a first date)
 Purple: Stirs the senses and generates
passion - great for creative endeavors

Color Turquoise: puts other women at ease,
encourages them to open up
 Lipstick red: implies strength and
authority
 Medium blues: a calming colour that
allows interactions to go smoothly
 Browns: non-threatening, stable,
supportive and reliable (great for
meetings with colleagues or clients)

Color
Wearing your best range of colours can have
a huge impact on your wardrobe and your
confidence. The right colours can make your skin
tone appear more even, reduce the appearance of
wrinkles and dark circles and make you look
brighter and healthier. While on the other hand
wearing a colour which isn't so good for you, can
make you look tired, dull and even ill.

Texture
Texture describes the body and
surface of fabric.

Texture
Texture describes the body and
surface of fabric. Textures may be rough
or smooth, coarse or fine, crisp or clingy,
soft or stiff, thin or bulky, opaque or
sheer, shiny or dull, heavy or light, or any
combination of these characteristics.
Because textures have many
characteristics, they can enhance or
detract from a garment's design. They
also affect the illusions of size and shape
of the figure.

Texture
Here are some general guidelines for selecting
appropriate textures for garments:
• Soft or clingy textures reveal the figure
and emphasize figure irregularities.
• Stiff or crisp textures stand away from
the body and hide figure irregularities.
Very stiff fabrics appear to add weight
and dwarf small figures. Moderately
stiff fabrics are good on most figures.

Texture
Here are some general guidelines for selecting
• Bulky textures seem to add volume to the
figure. Small figures are overpowered by
these textures, but they are good for tall,
slender figures. They can be used to
balance an irregular figure. Example:
Bulky sweater for figure with small bust
and full hips
• Dull finishes absorb light and generally
make the figure look smaller. They are
suitable for all figures.

Texture Here are some general guidelines for selecting
• Shiny fabrics make the figure appear
larger and reveal figure irregularities.
Shiny fabrics are best for average to slim
figures that have regular proportions.
• Coarse or rough fabrics are good choices
for average to slim figures. They add
volume to large figures and overpower
small figures.
• Smooth (not shiny) fabrics hide figure
irregularities and are attractive on most
figure types.

Principle of Design in a Dress
Good outfit should have
proportion, balance, harmony,
emphasis and rhythm to express
art principle.

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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
principles of design consist of: balance, proportion
(also referred to as scale), emphasis, and rhythm.
Introduction

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• Balance
• Proportion (also referred to as scale)
• Emphasis
• Rhythm.
The principles of design consist of:
When a garment or ensemble uses the elements and principles of
design to create a visual unity, harmony is achieved.

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 Balance
Balance implies that there is an equilibrium or
uniformity among the parts of a design. To achieve
balance, a garment or ensemble should have equal
visual weight throughout the design. The use of
structural features, added embellishments, or
decorations to a garment contribute to the appearance of
a garment or ensemble being balanced or not.

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Balance used in clothing design can
be categorized into two groups:
oFormal Balance
oInformal Balance

3 Principle of Design in a Dress
oFormal Balance
When a garment or ensemble has equal visual weight on
either side, or is symmetrical, formal balanced is achieved. The
presence of identical details placed equal distance from the
center, such as pockets, seams, pleats, or tucks are good
examples of how formal balance is used in uniforms, blazers,
blue jeans, and other common garments. Formal balance is the
most common and inexpensive application of the principles of
design.

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oInformal Balance
To achieve informal balance, a garment is created using
asymmetrical features such as line, color, shapes, and
textures. The most common use of informal balance is when a
garment is constructed using fabric that has a diagonal line
design or closures that are off-centered such as a zipper or
neckline. Accessories used in an ensemble can create informal
balance that brings interest to a solid color garment

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 Proportion/Scale
Proportion is defined as the spatial, or size
relationship of all parts of a design to each other and the
whole garment or ensemble (p. 206). The design of
clothing for the human body requires unequal parts or
garments to be used.

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 Proportion/Scale
A good illustration of this is a dress. The bodice of
a dress can be smaller than the portion of the dress that
goes from the waist to the knee, calf, or ankle. In order
for clothing to have visual appeal on the human body, it
is recommended that it flatter the natural shape of the
body of the wearer.

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 Emphasis
Emphasis is used to create interest in a garment
or to draw attention to a certain part of an ensemble.
When emphasis is used by an individual or a designer,
one feature of the ensemble is visually more prominent
in a design than others.

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 Emphasis
Examples of items used to create emphasis are: a
bow, appliqué, a monogram, accessories, belts, scarves,
neckties, jewelry, decorative trimmings, tucks, gathers,
ruffles, and buttons. Color, line, and texture can also be
used to draw attention to parts of the body such as the
waist, chest, arms, one shoulder, etc.

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 Rhythm
Rhythm creates a sense of movement in a design.
The eye moves from one feature on the body to another
with the use of this principle. Further, a pattern or texture
is created with the application of rhythm to the surface
design of fabrics used in the construction of clothing
items or products.

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 Gradation
 Opposition
 Radial Arrangement
 Repetition
 Transition
Specific applications of rhythm are classified
in the following categories:

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 Gradation
Gradation refers to a design pattern that gradually
increases or decreases in size, shape, or color. An
example is when designers use a gradient-dying
technique called ombre that uses a gradual change in
color from light to dark across the textile.

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 Opposition
Opposition is rhythm that is created with multiple
lines converging to form a right angle. One of the most
common uses of this form of rhythm is found in a plaid
shirt or other plaid or check pattern.

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 Radial Arrangement
Radial Arrangement is created when a pattern has
a central starting point. This form of rhythm can be
created with the use of tucks, seams, darts, flowing
lines, or colors that fan out from a central area. Tie Dye
is an example of creating a radial arrangement design
on fabric using color.

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 Repetition
Repetition is when a specific pattern, line, shape,
color, or texture is repeated in a garment.

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 Transition
Transition is a technique used to move the eye
between different parts of a design at a more gradual
pace rather than an abrupt change in direction. An
example of this would be a continuous line created by a
scarf, ruffles, or gathers.

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Rhythm in a garment or ensemble is
distorted when a surface design, such as a plaid,
is not matched accurately at the seams. When this
occurs, the movement of a garment stops at each
seam confusing the rhythm of the look and the
overall harmony of the design.

Harmony
Harmony occurs when the overall design, garment, or ensemble
achieves visual unity. When the elements of design (color, shape, line, and
texture) are used effectively within the parameters of the principles of
design (balance, proportion, emphasis, and rhythm) harmony is created.
Another consideration of the designer or individual when creating or
choosing clothing is the shape and form of the body. Harmony cannot be
achieved unless the clothing or dress complements the wearer. All parts of
the ensemble need to work together to achieve the desired look. Whether
an ensemble is harmonious or not depends upon the subjective opinion of
the observer.

Common and Suggested Styles which Can
Camouflage Figure Detect
Camouflage clothing is a
clothing worn by people, usually
hunters, who wish to blend in with
their environment.

Camouflage clothing is rather self-
explanatory. It is clothing worn by people,
usually hunters, who wish to blend in with
their environment. It is also used by
military personnel for the same purpose.
Military personnel often need to blend in
with the background for safety.

Military personnel often need to
blend in with the background for
safety. Therefore, they have three
main kinds of camouflage clothing:
olive drab, desert and snow.

Olive drab camouflage is what
we are most accustomed to seeing. It is a
pattern of irregular splotches and patches
mainly in olive, black and forest green.
Desert camouflage is a pattern of
khakis and tans, while snow
camouflage is white, gray and blue-gray.

Common and Suggested Styles which
Can Camouflage Figure Detect
Military camouflage is the use of
camouflage by a military force to protect
personnel and equipment from observation
by enemy forces. Textile patterns for
uniforms have multiple functions, including
camouflage, identifying friend from foe, and
esprit de corps.

List of military clothing camouflage patterns:
 Woodland
When most people think about camouflage they tend to think about a
specific family of patterns: woodland camo. There are myriad varieties of
woodland camo, but the seminal pattern—and the one most likely to come to
mind— is the US m/81 woodland camouflage pattern. The green, brown and
black motif was commonly referred to as “leaf pattern” and was used by
American troops in Vietnam—first in 1967 by small, elite outfits and more
broadly by 1971. Woodland’s popularity within fashion is a direct result of its
ubiquity amongst the world’s armed forces.

 Woodland

 Tiger Stripe
If woodland is the most mainstream camouflage pattern, then tiger stripe
might be the most beloved. Like woodland, the tiger stripe pattern rose to
prominence during the Vietnam War, when it was widely worn by the
Vietnamese Marine Corps before being adopted by some American troops
(though it was never officially issued by the U.S. military).
Tiger stripe remains decidedly jarring. Still deeply associated with a
conflict that provokes visceral reactions, Tiger Stripe transforms the notion of
camouflage in fashion.

 Tiger Stripe

 Digital Camouflage
For decades, camouflage patterns were originally drawn by hand, after
countless hours of research by scientists like those who developed m1948
ERDL. In 1997, the Canadian Armed Forces began using CADPAT, a
revolutionary pixelated camouflage pattern that was designed using computer
algorithms to more effectively blend together. Digi camo garments designed
for combat are less frequently reappropriated in fashion, a stable of brands
have still made pixelated camo their own.

 Digital Camouflage

 Snow Camouflage
Unlike the aforementioned styles, snow camo doesn’t refer to a
specific pattern, but instead to a specific color palette. Animals have
mastered snow camo—particularly in the arctic, where some species’ pelts
turn translucent in the winter to effectively blend in. The first use of snow
camouflage in combat is widely attributed to Austro-Hungarian soldiers who
used white smocks while out on patrol during World War I.

 Snow Camouflage

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