Color Theory

Color theory encompasses a multitude of definitions, concepts and design applications. All the information would fill several encyclopedias. As an introduction, here are a few basic concepts.

A color circle is traditional in the field of art. Sir Isaac Newton developed the first circular diagram of colors in 1666. Since then scientists and artists have studied and designed numerous variations of this concept. Differences of opinion about the validity of one format over another continue to provoke debate. In reality, any color circle or color wheel which presents a logically arranged sequence of pure hues has merit.

In traditional color theory, RED . BLUE . YELLOW are the 3 pigment colors that can not be mixed or formed by any combination of other colors. All other colors are derived from these 3 hues.

Basic techniques for combining colors:
1. Complementary colors

Complementary colors are those colors that are opposite one another on the color wheel. By using colors that are opposite one another, you create color schemes that have high contrast and so are brighter and more vivid.

Some contrasting colors: red-green . blue-orange . red-purple

Complementary colors are tricky to use in large doses, but work well when you want something to stand

out. They are also really bad for text.

2. Analogous colors

Analogous colors are any three colors which are side by side on a 12 part color wheel:

yellow-green . yellow-orange

Make sure you have enough contrast when choosing an analogous color scheme.
Choose one color to dominate, a second to support.
The third color is used along with black . white . gray as an accent.

3. Triads color

By placing an equilateral triangle on the color wheel, you can create color schemes that have a lot of life to them.
The most basic color triad: red . yellow . blue
Others are: green . purple . orange




4. Split complementary

The split-complementary color scheme is a variation of the complementary color scheme. In addition to the base color, it uses the two colors adjacent to its complement.

This color scheme has the same strong visual contrast as the complementary color scheme, but has less tension. It is often a good choice for beginners, because of the difficulty to be messed up, such:
pink . orange . green

But when looking for the best color schemes, the first place I start is nature. The color schemes found  are typically harmonious to our eyes. This can be the case even if the colors don't "go together" according to color theory. Praise Allah for creating a beautiful nature colors.

The Mud Island, Sidoarjo, Indonesia

sincerely, desperately fashioned

Caught in Looklet (2)

They're sooooo Indonesia:


Bali Dancer



Topeng Dance

Legong Dance

Bali Look

Batik in Kuta Beach Bali

sincerely, desperately fashioned

deconstruction theory

I found out that the ideas of deconstruction which are also related to fashion, have transformed philosophy, literature, film theory and production, and related design areas of architecture, graphic design and new media.

The word "deconstruction" comes from the French philosopher Jacques Derrida and generally attempts to demonstrate that "something" is not a discrete whole but contains several meanings; that "something" therefore has more than one interpretation; that "something" itself links these interpretations inseparably. Whatever its original meaning, deconstruction has come to mean "tear down" or "destroy".

Rei Kawakubo, Hussein Chalayan, then Karl Lagerfield, Martin Margiela and Alexander McQueen are the first designers to apply the philosophy of deconstructionism to fashion.

"There was a new structure to these clothes. Taking the stunning dress with an architectural shape is so sculpturally defiant, it evoked armor. Anybody who wore it would be paparazzi-proof."

-style.com-

Marchessa, 2008 collection

Alexander McQueen for Sidney Opera House

Zaha Hadid has brought architecture to her fashion designs

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architecture in fashion

Imagine a world where fashion and architectural flamboyance could join forces to create a monster design industry, seizing influences from both sides of the design production and combining them to create one of the biggest revolutions that the creative industry has ever seen … Well that’s exactly what’s happening! Designers are taking influence from the environment around them and as a result creating this new thing we now call architectural style in women’s fashion.

There’s an old saying that believe it or not, retired architects make the most extraordinary fashion designers. Alexander McQueen, Yves Saint Laurent and Issey Miyake have all demonstrated that architecture is similar to fashion design in more ways than not. On one hand they both juxtapose novelty with originality thus creating a sense of nostalgia seen in the form of iconic and influential buildings. You see, architects and fashion designers both have a unique relationship with how measurements, dimensions and materials are used to collectively to create one-off statement pieces that forces one to acknowledge, admire and more importantly appreciate what stands before them.

Nevertheless the influence of architecture is indefinitely making its presence felt on the catwalk. Supple metals, lightweight glasses and lithe plastics typically used in building construction are now moving stealthily into what we know as Fashion Week. Simultaneously, architects are adopting techniques such as pleating and draping from traditional tailoring to create mega-structures that are indisputably breath-taking.

Alexander McQueen's show featured an enormous web of fluorescent lighting
spun menacingly around his models

Giant globes float over the runway for a Yves Saint Laurent show
in Paris’ cavernous Grand Palais

Hussein Chalayan serve a double purpose on clothing and furniture

sincerely, desperately fashioned

narcism

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Caught in Looklet

Here are some architectured fashion looks caught in Looklet:



Like a skyscraper
http://looklet.com/look/1510481




The crazy shoes, skyscraper hair, geometrical dress: all of it
http://looklet.com/look/2968313

 


Volumizing the geometrical outfit
http://looklet.com/look/6001245




Minimalism
http://looklet.com/look/2447446

 


inspiried by the Caryatid,
a pillar shaped like a woman, from the classic architecture
http://looklet.com/look/11398107

  sincerely, desperately fashioned

Fall for Looklet

Some of you may already know Looklet. Yes, Looklet is a site that lets you get information about current fashion trends. What I mean here is the fashion for women, because in Looklet yet available clothing wardrobe for men. Well, maybe one day Looklet management team will make ​​the Looklet male version. Who knows?

Well, this Looklet is also for fashion stylist. There, mix and match of clothes and accessories are available; few pieces of clothing can be coated with layers. No half-hearted, a collection of clothing and accessories in Looklet is the work of famous fashion designer. Aww ...

How to use Looklet pretty easy. First you need to SIGN UP on Looklet. After that, go into your e-mail address and click the confirmation link which contains the Looklet account.

If so, then you may create a new look by clicking on CREATE NEW LOOK. You are free to choose the model, clothes, accessories, until the background and effects to beautify the appearance of your look. When it is finished, do not forget to click save at the bottom of your look. Give appropriate titles and descriptions to be published.

Furthermore, if other users like your style, they may like your look by clicking the heart icon at the bottom of the picture. Just click MY PAGE to see how many hearts you've gain. Link located next to SETTINGS on the top right corner of Looklet page.

Naaah ...

After successfully making at least one look, do not forget to visit my page at Looklet >> la_nina
You may follow me, give hearts, and comment on my looks ^-^

sincerely, desperately fashioned

Fashion Passion

Fashion is a general term to define a current popular style or practice; references to anything that is the current trend in look. It is not associated with clothing, foot wear, and/or accessories only but also related to many aspects in life.

“Fashion is not something that exists in dresses only. Fashion is in the sky, in the street, fashion has to do with ideas, the way we live, what is happening.”
-coco chanel


“Fashions fade, style is eternal.”
-yves saint laurent


"Style is knowing who you are, what you want to say, and not giving a damn."
-gore vidal

“Only great minds can afford a simple style.”
-stendhal

Fashion + Architecture



Fashion and architecture are defined together, accomplished each other.

 sincerely, desperately fashioned