Hemlines, waistlines, belts etc are examples of horizontal lines. It cuts the body/garment so it can create an illusion of shortness or even broadness. Horizontal line is placed across the garment/body – and thus broadens the width of the body/garment. You will see vertical lines in action in center opening of shirts/blouses, straight darts, pleats, panels, use of stiff fabrics. ![]() They also lend an effect of slimness when incorporated into your design. It can create an illusion of greater length than is really present. Vertical line is placed along the length of the garment/body from top going down – and thus elongates the length of the body/garment. A straight line is taken for granted as being neat, stiff and slim. It is the opposite of a round form – It is even and unbroken. ![]() Straight line is the simplest of the different forms of a design line.
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