Fashion Design Principles 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which principle of design refers to the visual weight distribution that gives a garment a sense of stability?
- Balance (Correct answer)
- Rhythm
- Emphasis
- Contrast
Correct answer: Balance
Balance is the distribution of visual weight to create equilibrium in a design.
Question 2: A designer places a bold red flower on an otherwise neutral gray dress. Which principle is being used to draw the eye?
- Proportion
- Emphasis (Correct answer)
- Repetition
- Harmony
Correct answer: Emphasis
Emphasis creates a focal point that draws the viewer's attention to one area.
Question 3: Repeating a stripe pattern at regular intervals down a sleeve creates which principle?
- Rhythm (Correct answer)
- Balance
- Scale
- Unity
Correct answer: Rhythm
Rhythm is created by repeating elements to lead the eye through the design.
Question 4: Which type of balance places identical design elements on both sides of a center line?
- Asymmetrical
- Radial
- Symmetrical (Correct answer)
- Informal
Correct answer: Symmetrical
Symmetrical (formal) balance mirrors identical elements on each side of a central axis.
Question 5: When the size relationship between a collar and the overall garment feels correct, the designer has achieved good:
- Texture
- Proportion (Correct answer)
- Hue
- Saturation
Correct answer: Proportion
Proportion is the pleasing size relationship of parts to one another and to the whole.
Question 6: A garment that combines all elements so they look like they belong together demonstrates:
- Contrast
- Harmony (Correct answer)
- Distortion
- Variety
Correct answer: Harmony
Harmony (unity) is achieved when all parts of a design work together cohesively.
Question 7: Pairing a smooth satin with a rough tweed in one outfit is an example of:
- Repetition
- Contrast (Correct answer)
- Proportion
- Balance
Correct answer: Contrast
Contrast uses opposing elements, such as different textures, to create visual interest.
Fashion Design Principles 2
Which principle of design refers to the visual weight distribution that gives a garment a sense of stability?