How to Design Formal Clothing
Formal clothes are the most elegant clothing choices found in your closet. Taste in formal wear varies from individual to individual, but most people agree on the general rules and design format of formal clothing selections. Proper design of formal clothing requires attention to detail and form.
What You'll Need:
- Pencil
- Sketch pad
- Fabric swatches
- When sketching your design determine the style of formal clothing that is best suited for your body type. Not every body type can successfully pull off every style. Design your formal clothing in a manner that allows for flaws to be easily hidden and the accents to be highlighted.
- Decide on the length of the formal wear you'll design. Generally, formal dresses are long but in recent years shorter dress and pants options have also become acceptable for women.
- Utilize elegant sweeping lines in your design. Formal wear should be elegant and smooth instead of boxy and full of angular shapes.
- Accent the body with open parts. The dramatic effect an open back creates adds flair to any piece of formal clothing. A dramatic neckline is also another option. However, keep in mind, formal clothing should be elegant and classy so ensure your dramatic effects don't turn into tasteless ones.
- Pick a material that is best suited for the design you've drawn. Certain materials don't compliment specific patterns. If you've chosen a design that calls for a fitted or snug fit, select a fabric that naturally hugs the body.
- Chose accessories that compliment your formal design but don't take away from it. Your accessory choices should help to complete the overall look of your design.