Design Fundamentals
What element of design is used to create outlines or show movement?
Line
What is a croquis used for in fashion design?
A figure template for sketching outfits
Which Illustrator tool is used to draw straight or curved lines?
Pen Tool
What is the difference between knits and wovens?
Knits stretch, wovens don’t
What is “dopamine dressing”?
Wearing clothes that make you happy—bright colors, fun styles
Which principle of design involves the use of light and dark?
Value
What does a mood board typically include?
(Name 4 things)
Colors, textures, inspirations, sketches
What panel helps combine or subtract shapes?
Pathfinder Panel
What is a common purpose of a hem?
To finish and clean the edge of a garment
What does a fashion stylist do?
Puts together outfits for photoshoots, clients, or events
What principle of design creates the illusion of depth in a composition?
Space
What is “proportion” in fashion design sketching?
The size relationships between parts of a figure or garment
What is the first thing you should do when starting a new design file in Illustrator?
Set up artboard and file dimensions
What type of stitch gathers fabric?
Running stitch with loose tension, then pulled
What is trend forecasting in fashion?
Predicting future styles and consumer preferences
What element is defined by height, width, and depth?
Form
Why might a designer sketch multiple versions of the same outfit idea?
To explore different silhouettes, details, fabrics, or colors before finalizing the design.
How would you create stitching details on a digital shirt?
Use dashed lines or repeated shapes along seams
What is the purpose of a stitch library?
To practice and reference different hand stitches
What makes a fashion brand sustainable?
Ethical labor, eco-friendly materials, low waste
Name and describe two principles of design used in fashion layouts.
Answers may include: Balance, Emphasis, Repetition, etc.
Explain how a silhouette can communicate a historical era in fashion.
Ex: Corseted waist = Victorian
Name 3 tools or techniques used to create a fashion flat in Illustrator.
Pen tool, shapes, layers, fills, gradients
Name two sustainable or upcycled fabric sources you could use in a DIY fashion project.
Old clothing, scraps, recycled fibers
How do mood boards and trend boards differ?
Mood = vibe/aesthetic, Trend = prediction & market analysis