
the language of fashion design
their own way of taking a corner, wrinkling
when bent, or behaving on the edge of the
silhouette. Surface can affect our perception
of a garment as a protective shell, a warm
cocoon, an embellished structure, a flag of
cheerful color exuberance, or a sculptured
drape of alluring chiffon softness.
Analyze surface through its textural feel
and visual finish. Is it knitted, felted, woven,
crocheted, or knitted? Out of heavy or fine-
gauge yarns? Is it beaded, woven, tie-dyed,
embroidered, block printed, digital printed,
painted on, knit? What is represented in its
pattern or motif? Does the surface have
an association, ...