here are some of elements used in designing a pattern or design.

1. Advanced Pattern
Making
B.Sc. Home Science
Semester V

3. Lines
Line is the most basic element of design. As a basic tool,
line can be used to create optical illusions in clothing.
A style line is a seam in a garment made primarily for
the purpose of its visual effect, rather than for the
purpose of shaping of structuring the garment.

4. Types of Lines
Vertical Lines
Horizontal Lines
Diagonal Lines
Zigzag Lines
Curved Lines
Broken Lines or Dotted Lines

5. Effects of Lines On Clothes
Lines provides the visual dimensions of length
and width.
When lines combine, space is enclosed and
forms and shapes are defined.
Lines offered a path of vision for the eyes when
is wearing an object/outfit.

6. Vertical Lines
Straight line is the simplest of the different
forms of a design line. It is the opposite of a
round form – It is even and unbroken. A
straight line is taken for granted
as being neat, stiff and slim.

7. Examples of Straight Lines

9. Horizontal Lines
Horizontal line is placed across the
garment/body – and thus broadens the width of
the body/garment. It cuts the body/garment so it
can create an illusion of
shortness.
Hemlines, waistlines, belts
etc. are examples of
horizontal lines.

10. Examples of Horizontal Lines

12. Diagonal Lines
A diagonal line goes from one corner to the other
( unlike from edge to edge in the case of horizontal
or vertical lines). Diagonal lines are all about drape
and movement.
It can be too horizontally inclined or vertically
inclined and this will determine its true effect. But
a true diagonal line is flattering.
Lapels of a coat, dart on the armhole, the side
seams of an a-line silhouette, the seam joining the
sleeve to a raglan bodice.

13. Examples of Diagonal Lines

15. Zigzag Lines
A line that makes sharp turns at regular
intervals creating z shapes.This line is very
prominent and can create an illusion of
bigness.It can also creative a sense of urgency or
confusion if the use of these lines is not
restrained to moderation.
Ric rac trims, accordion
pleats, herringbone weave
of a fabric.

16. Examples of Zigzag Lines

18. Curved Lines
A curved line is very reminiscent of our body
contours – we have many curves on our body and
curved lines on clothes can softly enhance those. It
can emphasize femininity and give the illusion of
beauty. It makes
your design soft and supple.
Curved lines can also give the
look of youthfulness and vigor.
Princess line, curved hemlines
of skirts.

19. Examples of Curved Lines

21. PRESENTED BY – RADHIKA KALKAR
ANAMIKA MISHRA
DHANASHREE TELANG
RINA BISEN
UNNATI JOSHI