Balance Quote by Anastasia Soare
“While designing, sewing and cutting patterns for clients, my mother was always telling me to make sure the upper part of the body was balanced with the lower part, an A-line skirt to minimize hips or shoulder pads if a client was smaller on top. I was training my eye to create balance.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Fashion Design Podcast, 2022
Balancing proportions in clothing design creates visual harmony and flatters diverse body types.
In simple terms: Good design balances upper and lower body.
Focus on proportion when creating garments.
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When to use this quote
- wardrobe styling
- custom tailoring
- fashion education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can designers honor individuality while maintaining balance?
- What cultural standards influence our notion of proportion?
Overemphasis on balance can suppress personal style expression.