Principles of Hair Design: Key Concepts

Milady Principles of Hair Design Question Vertical Lines Transitional Lines Symmetrical Balance Straight Profile Space Single Lines Rhythm Proportion Profile Parallel Lines Horizontal Lines Harmony Form Empahasis Directional Lines Design Texture Curved Lines Convex Profile Contrasting Lines Concave Profile Bang Area Balance Asymmetrical Balance Answer Lines that are straight up and down and create length and height in a hair design. Usually curved lines that are used to blend or soften horizontal lines. Two halves of a style; form a mirror image of one another. The ideal profile; neither convex or concave. The area surrounding the form or the area a hairstyle occupies. A hairstyle with only one line, such as a one length hairstyle. A regular pulsation or a recurrent pattern of movement in a hair design. The comparative relation of one thing to another, the harmonious relationship among parts or things. Outline of the face, head, or figure sen in a side view. Repeating lines in a hairstyle; may be straight or curved. Lines parallel to the floor or horizon, create width in a design. The creation of unity in a design; the most important of the art principles. holds all the elements of a design together. The mass or general outline of a hairstyle. It is 3-dimensional and has length, width, and depth. The place in the hairstyle where the eye is drawn 1st before traveling to the rest of the design. Lines with a definite forward or backward movement. Wave patterns that must be taken into consideration when designing a style. Lines moving in a circular or semi-circular direction; used to soften a design. Curving outward; receding forehead and chin. Horizontal and vertical lines that meet at a 90 degree angle and create a hard edge. Curving inward; prominent forehead and chin, with other features receding inward. Also known as fringe; triangular section that begins at the apex and ends at the front corners. Establishing equal or appropriate proportions to create symmetry. In hairstyling, it is the relationship of height to width. Opposite sides of the hairstyle are different lengths or have different volume.