Modelling on the Stand

Recently in class, we used calico to model on the stand using different design principles and trying to incorporate the golden ratio. 

 Here, we pinned each side of the fabric into the middle of the mannequin. This created symmetry and also had aspects of line and tucks. It created 2 upside down triangles as well which relates back to shape and the golden ratio.

 On this mannequin, we used the same method as above at the waist but changed the top detail of the garment. Again we used symmetry, and created more triangular shapes with draping and tucks.

 Full view of above mannequin. Silhouette is hourglass.

 Here, we used draping around the neck. The silhouette was quite natural and flowing and we created a sort of waistband where we tightened the calico at the waist.

 Close up of draping collar.

 On this mannequin, we decided to add n some darts to show how a natural fitting dress would sit. We left the body tighter than the arms which were left to drape and hang loosely. The silhouette we used here was a more natural silhouette, here the darts show that the dress doesn't have much shape to it.

Dress darts up close.