Fashion Design Principles 2

Question 1

Which principle of design refers to the visual weight distribution that gives a garment a sense of stability?

Accepted Answer

Balance

Answer

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?

Accepted Answer

Emphasis

Answer

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?

Accepted Answer

Rhythm

Answer

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?

Accepted Answer

Symmetrical

Answer

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:

Accepted Answer

Proportion

Answer

Proportion is the pleasing size relationship of parts to one another and to the whole.

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