This document discusses elements of design related to shape, form, and texture. It defines shape and silhouette, and identifies four basic garment shapes - natural, tubular, bell, and full. Form is described as having two meanings - the 3D volume or structure of clothing, and the human body itself. Texture is defined as the visual or tactile feel of a surface, and is determined by factors like fiber, yarn, construction and finish. Pattern is discussed as stripes, plaids and other motifs that can vary in size, color, and spacing. The document concludes with suggestions for a portfolio assignment involving analyzing and illustrating textures, shapes, forms and how they relate to different body types.

1. Elements of Design – III
Shape, Form and Texture
Elements of Design – III
Shape, Form and Texture
Sivaganesh Babu M.Sc, M.B.A

2. Elements of DesignElements of Design -- IIIIII
• Shape & Silhouette
• Form
• Texture• Texture
• Pattern

3. Elements of DesignElements of Design –– Shape and SilhouetteShape and Silhouette
• The outline that forms when one or more lines come
together to enclose an area.
• Shape refers to the silhouette of a garment.• Shape refers to the silhouette of a garment.
• Silhouette is a French word that means the outline
the Garment or shape of costume.

4. Elements of DesignElements of Design –– Shape and SilhouetteShape and Silhouette
• 4 basic garment shapes
Natural
TubularTubular
Bell
Full
• Basic shapes for women’s and men’s fashions
• Shapes change over time as Fashion

5. Elements of DesignElements of Design –– Shape and SilhouetteShape and Silhouette
• 4 basic garment shapes
Natural (Hourglass)
Tubular (Rectangular)Tubular (Rectangular)
Bell (Tent)
Full
• Basic shapes for women’s and men’s fashions
• Shapes change over time as Fashion

6. Elements of DesignElements of Design –– ShapeShape -- NaturalNatural
• Natural (Hourglass)
• Follows your body’s outline
• Fit close to the body and• Fit close to the body and
emphasize the natural
waistline
• Worn most easily on
average body sizes

7. Elements of DesignElements of Design –– ShapeShape -- TubularTubular
• Tubular (Rectangular)
• Rectangular with vertical
emphasisemphasis
• Undefined waistline
• Adds height and thinness to
the body
• Ex: t-shirt dress, straight-leg
pants, and tailored business
suits

8. Elements of DesignElements of Design –– ShapeShape -- BellBell
• Bell (Tent)
• Moves outward from the
body in a triangular shapebody in a triangular shape
• Can add or subtract width
depending on where the top
and the bottom of the bell
hit
• Ex: A-line skirts & dresses
and flared pants & jackets

9. Elements of DesignElements of Design –– ShapeShape -- FullFull
• Full
• Horizontal and curved lines
• Make the body look larger• Make the body look larger
• Ex: gathered skirts &
dresses, full sleeves, and
pants with wide legs

10. Elements of DesignElements of Design –– ShapeShape –– Women DressWomen Dress

11. Elements of DesignElements of Design –– ShapeShape –– Women DressWomen Dress

12. Elements of DesignElements of Design –– ShapeShape –– Women DressWomen Dress
Women Dress

13. Elements of DesignElements of Design –– ShapeShape –– MMen Dressen Dress

14. Elements of DesignElements of Design –– FormForm
• Form is 3D area enclosed by Surface.
• Two Meaning :
Volume: Hollow. Structural ClothingVolume: Hollow. Structural Clothing
Parts that relate to and compliment
the exterior contours of the body.
Solid: Mass. Human body itself. The
fabric is bounded by the contours of
the human form.

15. FormForm

16. Texture is the appearance or
feel of a surface.
Elements of Design - Texture
feel of a surface.
Textures can create
variety and interest in a
Garment.

17. Elements of DesignElements of Design –– TextureTexture
• Tactile (Felt by Touching)
• Visual (Seen not Felt)

18. Elements of DesignElements of Design –– TextureTexture
• Texture results from Fiber, Yarn,
Construction, and Finish.
• Determines how a fabric moves• Determines how a fabric moves
when worn and can affect the
overall way a garment looks on
the body.
• Soft or crisp, smooth or nubby,
dull or shiny.
Contrasting Textures
Adds Interest

19. Elements of DesignElements of Design –– TextureTexture
• Texture affects
• Color :
Rough texture : Dull Color (absorbs all light)Rough texture : Dull Color (absorbs all light)
Smooth Texture : Shinny
• Size
Rough Texture: Small
Smooth Texture : Large Contrasting Textures
Adds Interest

20. Elements of DesignElements of Design –– PatternPattern
• Stripes, plaids, geometrics, florals, scenics, borders, etc.
 Large or small
 Even or uneven
 Light or darkLight or dark
 Spaced or clustered
 Muted or bold
• Small pattern decrease in apparent size
• Large pattern increases in apparent size
• Widely spaced designs can make you seem larger as it draws the
eye across the distances from one part of the pattern to the other

21. Elements of DesignElements of Design –– PatternPattern
• Traditional Patterns
 Geometric
 Conventional
 Naturalistic Naturalistic
 Spots and Dots

22. Elements of DesignElements of Design –– PortfolioPortfolio
• Portfolio (Texture)
1. Find 5 interesting/dramatic tactile textures on
surfaces around you.
2. Lay a piece of paper over each surface and rub it
• Portfolio (Shape, Form)
1. Find out Different Body shapes
2. For each body shapes Illustrate a suitable dress
and Justify your Choice.2. Lay a piece of paper over each surface and rub it
with a pencil, crayon, or colored chalk . Use firm,
even strokes until the pattern or texture shows
through.
3. Creatively display your 5 textures on an 8 x 10”
piece of paper, used horizontally or vertically.
4. Describe the impact of Texture on the wearer.
and Justify your Choice.
3. You can alternatively collect pictures of different
shapes of garments and explain the shape in
relation to body shape.
4. Creatively display your Illustrations on an 8 x 10”
piece of paper, used horizontally or vertically.