| THE PRINCIPLES |
| REPETITION |
Repetition is a design feature that is used more than once. It is directional
and moves the eye from one element to its repeat on the garment. |
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1. The repeat is within the scale of the figure. It does not overpower or
diminish the wearer. |
2. The fabric thickness and texture of the repetition complements the
design and the size and shape of the wearer. |
3. The shapes, lines and position of the repetition on the garment are in
visual harmony with the whole garment and complements the wearer. |
4. Colors repeat with visual ease, whether stripes, pattern or color
blocking. |
5. The repetition does not unduly focus on the erotic areas such as bust,
crotch or derriere, or emphasize less attractive areas of the figure,
unless intended. |
6. The garment lines do not negatively repeat the wearer's facial or body
structures (square jaw, square neckline). |
7. If stripes are repeated vertically, the figure is enhanced by their effect.
If stripes are repeated horizontally, the figure is enhanced by their
effect. |
| 8. The space between repetitions is in proportion to the figure. |
| a. If a wide repetition is used, the figure is enhanced by its effect. |
b. If a narrow repetition is used, the figure is enhanced by its
effect.
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