Design Elements & Principles
Which of the following is NOT a Design Principle?
A) Focal Point
B) Balance
C) Sketch
D) Harmony
Sketch
A sketch that shows the garment as if it were lying flat on the floor is called a:
Technical Flat
________ are knitted garments worn on the upper torso that incorporate full-fashion construction.
Sweaters
What is discussed in a sourcing meeting?
A) Production location
B) Price
C) Materials
D) All of the above
All of the above
Identify the shaping device that removes excess fabric to create shape at the bust or waist.
Darts
Which principle refers to the “natural movement of the eye through a garment”?
Rhythm
A stylized sketch that gives the feeling of a body without drawing the actual
Float
Tops are defined as garments worn on the upper torso that usually include:
A front body, back body, and sleeves
What is the Sourcing Department’s role at the handoff?
Factory placement & pricing
Which shaping device involves folding fabric back on itself and stitching it down?
Pleats
What principle describes the “successful placement of a focal point that suggests rhythm”?
Harmony
The department responsible for creating measurements, patterns, and tech packs is:
Technical Design Department
Identify the garment category for a long, lightweight outerwear piece hitting below the knee.
Duster
A Purchase Order is:
A legally binding contract authorizing a purchase
These shaping devices mold the garment to the contours of the body.
Darts, Seams, Pleats, Gathers
A student is designing a dress with a dramatic sleeve to draw attention to the upper body. Which design principle is being used?
Focal Point
A set of visual & written instructions finalized before production that define expectations for a garment.
What is a Tech Pack?
What is the space between collar points called?
Collar Spread
Who attends a handoff meeting?
Tech Design, Sourcing, Product Development/Design → All of the above
A skirt with fullness stitched into the waistband uses which shaping device?
Gathers
A garment with equal color and fabric weight on both sides represents which type of balance?
Symmetrical Balance
During a handoff, what does Technical Design do?
Interpret the flat sketch into measurements
Which neckline crosses over the body, similar to a wrap?
Surplice
What does SMS stand for in product development?
Sales Man Sample
Identify the shaping device in the image showing small folds stitched at the top but open at the bottom.
Pleats