Design Elements

Design Principles
Face Shapes
Styling Considerations
State Board Prep
100

 The five basic elements of three-dimensional design.

 What are line, form, space, texture, and color?

100

The design principle that holds all elements together.

What is harmony?

100

 The ideal face shape.

What is oval?

100

 A style that makes the head appear smaller.

What is a style with volume at the sides?

100

The foundation for all successful hair designs.

 What is a good consultation?

200

This element defines form and space in a hairstyle.

What is line?

200

When both sides of a hairstyle are the same.

What is symmetrical balance?

200

Face shape with a narrow forehead and wide jawline.

What is pear-shaped (or triangular)?

200

This feature draws attention to a style.

What is color?

200

The most important art principle in hair design.

What is balance?

300

The outline or general shape of a style.

What is form?

300

When opposite sides of the hairstyle are different but balanced.

What is asymmetrical balance?

300

 Face shape that is long and narrow.

What is oblong?

300

 A good strategy for minimizing a long neck.

What is a longer hairstyle or leaving hair down?

300

 The principle used when combining lines, textures, and colors.

What is harmony?

400

The area the hairstyle occupies.

What is space?

400

 The regular or recurring pattern of movement in a style.

What is rhythm?

400

Face shape with a wide forehead and narrow chin.

What is heart-shaped?

400

 For a client with round facial features, avoid this type of style.

What are full styles with volume at the sides?

400

 Hair type most versatile for styling.

What is wavy, medium hair?

500

The wave pattern or surface appearance of hair.

What is texture?

500

 When the eye is drawn to one focal area in the design.

What is emphasis?

500

 To soften a square face, add this near the temples.

What are volume or soft curves?

500

 Design lines moving in the same direction.

What is a single line style?

500

What should you consider when designing a hairstyle for a client?

What is face shape, profile, and personal style?