fashion chapter 10

what is sometimes added to monochromatic color schemes

neutrals for contrast and interest

what is true about whites with most people

off white is better than pure white

colors of contrasting value are what

often exciting when used together

what are the secondary hues

orange, green, violet

what does adding white to something create

"an absence of color"

what is the analogous color scheme nicknamed

"related color scheme"

personal coloring

personal coloring includes the color of a persons hair, skin, and eyes. this results in a total color tone

how do colors seem to change under different lights

Additional light makes colors look brighter. Florecent --> blue, incadecent --> yellow

what are the primary hues

red, yellow, and blue

intermediate hues

result when equal amounts of adjoining primary and secondary colors are combined

what shortens the body

sharp contrasting colors with something like a belt in-between

color wheel

shows the relationships between colors and can be used as a guide for choosing and combining colors

summer colors

soft colors and dusty, muted shades with blue or rose undertones look best. cool, soft colors with silver jewelry is most flattering

what makes colors look brighter

strong contrast

autumn

strong, dusty colors with orange and yellow undertones are best. earthy, muted shades are good to wear. gold jewelry is most flattering

what 3 things affect color

texture, roughness, or shininess of a material

hue

the name given to a color, such as red, yellow, green, or violet. It distinguishes one color from another

What are the best colors for you

the ones that make the most of your natural looks

analogous color scheme

uses neighboring, or adjacent colors on the wheel (yellow, yellow-green, green)

complementary color scheme

uses opposite hues on the color wheel (orange and blue)

split complementary

uses three colors, one color with two colors on the sides of its complement are combined (violet, yellow green, yellow orange)

what has high intensity

very strong, bright colors

what colors appear to advance

warm colors

outgoing people tend to wear

warm, bright hues with striking contrasts

during what season are our clothing warm and cool

warm: autumn, spring cool: summer, winter

what are examples of warm and cool colors

warm: red, orange, yellow cool: green, blue, and purple

what is the warmest and coolest color

warmest: orange coolest: blue

when do most colors seemed balanced

when light colors are used above dark ones

when are clothing outfits generally more attractive

when they do not have equal areas if light and dark.

what does black and white colors do

white: reflects all light, black absorbs all color and light

the largest number of people in the world are of what season

winter type

spring colors

yellow/ warm undertones. medium to light colors are better than darker shades. gold jewelry looks the best

Discuss the use of color schemes and how they affect and flatter a person's hair, eyes, and skin tone

If you want to choose an eyeshadow that complements your eyecolor, you want to look at the complementary colors and find a color that is opposite to your eye color on the color wheel. Colors create illusions as well. Dark colors make a form seem smaller while brighter colors make a form seem larger. Using a single color makes a person seem thinner.

value

Is the lightness or darkness of a color that range on a graduation scale from almost white to almost black

color as a design element

It is used and noticed everywhere, it enables you to express yourself, it affects how you feel, it can emphasize or play down your features, it creates illusions

what effect does wearing a single color have

It makes a person seem thinner and taller

Explain the symbolizing of color

Red- angry, passion Orange- joyful, cheerful Yellow-bright, warm Green- natural, envy Blue- calm, serene Violet- royal, rich White- innocent Black- serious, sad Gray- old, modest

What general effect is achieved by using dark, cool, colors

They are good fro formal and sophisticated looks except brown which is casual and natural

What general effect is achieved by using warm, bright colors

They give off casual and fun looks except they don't work with many skin tones.

how do stores use colors to promote clothes

They name the colors new names to grab your attention and convince you that you "need" to wear the colors to be in fashion

color analysis

advisement on way colors are most flattering to wear

bright colors

are fun for active sportswear

secondary hues

are made by mixing equal amounts of 2 primary hues together such as orange, green, and purple

everyones skin tone has an undertone of

blue or yellow (cool or warm)

what are the intermediate hues

blue-violet, blue-green, yellow-green, yellow-orange, red-orange, red-violet

using a color with a neutral makes a color appear

brighter

primary hues

cannot be made from any other colors and they need their own pigments such as yellow, red, and blue (placed equidistant to each other on the color wheel)

brown is...

casual, natural, and informal

what is the most exciting design element

color

whats the 1st thing that catches someones eye

color

neutrals

colors such as black and white that either reflect or absorb all light and colors

what are elements of design

colors, shapes, lines, and textures (THE BUILDING BLOCKS OF DESIGN)

triad color scheme

combines three colors equidistant on the color wheel (red violet, yellow orange, blue green)

accented neutral color scheme

combines white, black, gray, and sometime beige with a bright color accent

what makes a form seem smaller

dark, cool, and dull colors

what has low intensity

dull, faded, or dusty colors

beige and gray

give a professional or tailored image, are quit and unassuming

black is...

good for formal wear, it's very sophisticated

navy...

good for sportswear and classic styles

what results when hues, values, and intensities are combined in a pleasing way

harmony

what should you avoid near the face

highly intense colors

the 3 dimensions of color

hue, value, and intensity

monochromatic color scheme

is a one color plan that uses different tints, shades, and intensities of the same hue (light blue, blue, dark blue)

undertone

is a subdued trace of a color seen through another color or modifying the other color

shade

is made when black is added to make a hue darker

tint

is made when white is added to the color so it is lighter than the pure hue

intensity

is the brightness or dullness of a color

what makes a form seem bigger

light, warm, and bright colors

what happens to colors with medium or dark values when used next to a light area

look even darker

white...

looks good with all colors.

white, light, and warm colors can do what to an object

make it look larger

what do cool colors do to the body

make the body look smaller

You should not wear more than ___ major colors in an outfit

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describe the feelings cool colors give

Cool colors gibe a chance of quietness and a sense of being alone. They might cause someone to look less social.

winter colors

People wear true black or white in their clothing, colors with blue undertones or silver jewelry look best. True and vivid colors are most flattering.

describe the feelings warm colors give

Warm colors give a feeling of cheerfulness and activity. They're outgoing and lively.

what gives the strongest contrast

a combo of white and black