9 Cool Fashion Patterns and Designs
Symmetry can be a vital element of a pattern and is more common in nature than one might initially think. When we walk, we follow a symmetrical pattern, moving one leg and then the other. Animals also usually move with bilateral or mirror symmetry. If there were no pattern to their movement, they would probably never get exactly where they intended to go, as their limbs would move in an inconsequential order. Imagine moving the back right leg, then the front left, then the front right, then returning to the back right and the front left; it would be a mess of movement that went nowhere. As living beings, we have adapted symmetrical movement because it has proven to be the most effective and efficient way to get where we want to go. Otherwise, parkour might be our movement method of choice.
Snowflakes are a great example of non-living natural patterns. Upon observation is it seen that they have six fold symmetry while each flake is unique.
Patterns in design and architecture have been around for a very long time. Some famous patterns include houndstooth, pinstripes, plaid, argyle and check. These follow a distinct repetition and while they originated at various time for various purposes, they have all become a part of tons of fashion elements worldwide.
Sometimes in this realm the lack of redundancy is the pattern. Abstract shapes and elements can create a composition that follows no specific repetition; this can sometimes be described as a “design” rather than a pattern, such as paisley. The famous kidney-shaped paisley came is from Iranian and Indian origin, but was named after the town of Paisley in West Scotland, where paisley designs were produced.
Here are some cool summer designs and patterns that evoke a different set of emotions or ideas. Some are bright and funky while others are darker and abstract. Which one is your favorite?
Summer snowflakes:
Source: Zalando
Tie-dyed Paisley Boho:
Source: Garcia Jeans
Mint Green Rose Garden:
Source: Polyvore
Sleeping Flowers:
Source: Miss Selfridge
Swimming Ladybugs That Lost Their Spots:
Source: My Theresa
Mix of classic patterns:
Source: Mod Cloth
Surfs Up:
Source: Net-A-Porter
Concerned Faces:
Source: Matches Fashion
Fish Pond:
Source: Net-A-Porter
