@conference{itaa 8257, author = {May Chae}, title = {Yin-Yang Circles}, volume = {76}, year = {2019}, url = {https://www.iastatedigitalpress.com/itaa/article/id/8257/}, issue = {1}, doi = {10.31274/itaa.8257}, abstract = {<p>The purpose of the design was to demonstrate visually the connection between a cultural symbol and artistic fashion. The objective of this design was to create a wearable avant-garde look satisfying both the aesthetics and wearability of women’s strapless dresses and accessories by using handmade and 3D-printed yin-yang circles. The shape and color contrast of yin-yang circles on this garment has aesthetic properties viewers will appreciate. The yin-yang circles consist of contrasting colors, with black on one side and light gray/black on the other, which generates a strong visual impact. To elevate the overall concept of yin-yang into a wearable avant-garde look, 3D-printed yin-yang circles were also created and made into a necklace. This necklace consisted of different-sized yin-yang circles, which resemble Asian hanging wall art; it accents and completes a wearable avant-garde look. This wearable avant-garde strapless dress, inspired by a cultural symbol, the yin-yang circle can help upgrade the use of yin-yang in both art and fashion.</p>}, month = {12}, keywords = {wearable avant-garde,3D-print,Yin-yang,applique}, issn = {2769-0512}, publisher={Iowa State University Digital Press}, journal = {International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference Proceedings} }