these are some of the things that affect the clothing choices that you make: external factors –...
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These are some of the things that affect the clothing choices that you make:
External Factors – those outside you
Internal Factors – those inside you
Size and Shape – learning to dress well means learning what suits your body
External Factors
Those things outside of you that affect what you wear.
They may be the same for all of the people around you.
External Factors – those outside you
Environment – (the weather, cold/warm)
OR
External Factors – those outside you
Geographic Location – (stores in your area sell only things that are popular in your area)
External Factors – those outside you
Lifestyle – (job or needs) – your parents’ wardrobes meet their work needs; your wardrobe is that of a student
External Factors – those outside you
Time – (to shop) – one trip, or time to look many places
External Factors – those outside you
Money – (to buy) – how much can you afford?
Internal Factors – those inside you
These are the things that are personal to you.
They express your personality and values.
Internal Factors – those inside you
Personal Values – (express personality)
–do you dress up or go casual?
Internal Factors – those inside you
Needs and Wants – (need a coat, want a leather jacket)
Internal Factors – those inside you
Beliefs – (religion directs clothing choice; T-shirt logo, etc.) – people assume you believe what is written on your shirt
Size and Shape – learning to dress well means learning what suits your body
Body Shape – determines your size, and which department you shop in
Sizes – learning to dress well means learning what suits your body
Frame – affects shape and style; long arms, broad shoulders
What frame size are you?
Using Wrist Size to Estimate Body Frame Size
Height Wrist Size for Small Frame
Wrist Size for Medium Frame
Wrist Size for Large Frame
Females under 5’2”
Less than 5.5” 5.5” to 5.75” Over 5.75”
Females 5’2” to 5’5”
Less than 6” 6” to 6.25” Over 6.25”
Females over 5’5”
Less than 6.25” 6.25” to 6.5” Over 6.5”
Males over 5’5” 5.5” to 6.5” 6.5” to 7.5” Over 7.5”
Sizes – learning to dress well means learning what suits your body
Proportion – the relationship between the parts of your body
rounded
pear
hourglass
ruler
LINE TEXTURE
PATTERN
SHAPE
SPACECOLOR
The key to dressing well is giving the best visual
image you can.
The language of clothes is visual.
Clothes communicate.
Can reflect or alter a mood
Can create illusions about size
Color
Warm Colors –
red, yellow, orange
•Attract attention
•Make things look larger
Color
Cool Colors
– blue, green, purple
Make things look smaller
Are calming
Directs the eyes – your eyes will follow a line on clothes.
Suggests personality – straight lines are more professional, curved lines are more casual
LINE TYPES
Straight Curved Zigzag
LINE DIRECTION
Vertical Horizontal Diagonal
A line is defined by its path and length. The eye tends to follow both of these, sending an impression to the brain.
CLOTHING DESIGNERS USE LINES FOR DIFFERENT EFFECTS
Straight lines, which provide a crisp, formal look, often appear in classic or conservative designs.
Curved lines, which can be circular or waved, give a feeling of movement to a design. By adding softness and roundness to a garment, curved lines are often used to create a casual image.
With zigzag lines, the eye must constantly change direction to follow such lines, which builds a feeling of excitement or drama. If overdone, the feeling might become chaotic.
LINES CAN CREATE ILLUSIONS
Vertical lines lead the eye up
and down, giving the
illusion of more height. You can
use vertical lines to create a
taller, thinner look.
Horizontal lines cause the eyes to move from side to
side, giving the illusion of width
rather than height. Using horizontal lines in particular locations gives
that area a shorter or wider look.
Diagonal lines add movement
and excitement to the clothing. Due to their dramatic impact, diagonal lines are often
chosen for high-fashion clothes and sportswear.
OTHER STUFF ABOUT LINES…
The eye will naturally find the dominant line in a garment. This is usually a center seam, a waistline, a curved neckline, or a bold stripe. Whatever
it is, that line has the most influence.
The thickness of the lines and the amount of space between lines also creates illusions. Widely spaced vertical stripes may actually give the impression of added width. This is because the eye moves sideways across the lines. Widely spaced horizontal stripes have the opposite effect,
causing the eye to move up and down instead of sideways.
HOW TO CREATE DESIGN ILLUSIONS
Which rectangle looks taller and thinner?
Which rectangle looks wider?
Which line makes the rectangle look thinner?
When you see the shadow of an object on the wall, you’re looking at its shape.
Most clothes fit four basic shapes:
Natural. Clothes fit close to the body and emphasize the natural waistline. This shape is the most classic and is worn most easily on average body sizes.
Tubular. This shape is rectangular with vertical emphasis. The dominant lines go up and down. The waistline is not usually defined.
Bell. Both diagonal and horizontal lines combine in a bell shape. This shape can cut height and add curves to a figure.
Full. Full shapes have more horizontal and curved lines than other shapes do. Full shapes tend to make the body look larger.
Natural
Bell Full
Tubular
Fashion trends influence which shapes
are in style during a fashion season.
The area inside a shape is
known as space.
The outline of a garment is its
shape.
SPACE is just as important as the shape, because what goes on within the spaces contributes to the visual effect of the garment.
Typically, internal lines, either structural or
decorative, divide the space on a garment.
• Texture describes the surface characteristics that determine the look and feel of an object.
• Fabric textures include soft or crisp, smooth or nubby, and dull or shiny.
• Texture affects the way a garment looks.
Soft and Clingy Fabrics
Textures Create Different Impressions
Moderately Crisp Fabrics
Extra Crisp Fabrics
Dull Fabrics
Nubby and Bulky Fabrics
Smooth Fabrics with a Dull Finish
Shiny Fabrics
When the elements of design are brought together on a fabric; a
pattern results.
Patterns come in a great variety:
Stripes, Plaids, Geometrics, Florals, Scenics, Borders, and more.
Balance
Emphasis
Rhythm
Harmony
Proportion
Symmetrical Balance
Asymmetrical Balance
Proportion describes how the separate parts of a garment relate to each
other.
Typically, about 3/8 of a person’s total height is
above the waist, and 5/8 is below.
The focal point of a design.
The part that draws attention.
Highlight your best features - - - - Draw attention away from figure problems
Use Color, Line, Texture, Design, Details, Trims,
or Accessories.
Rhythm moves the eye gently from one area of
the garment to another.
3 ways:
Repetition. A pattern repeats, as with rows of
stripes.
Radiation. Lines or patterns flow from a central location, like the gathers in a
skirt.
Gradation. A pattern changes gradually, as in a
change of size or color.
…Is when design elements complement each other.
When harmony exists, each part looks like it belongs.