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The Center Front & Center Back Line

On every fashion croquis it is important to find and draw the center front line (if front-facing pose) or center back line (if back-facing pose). This line will show the curve of the torso and also be the basis for garment construction in terms of showing any seams, zippers, buttons, or other closures that may fall in the center front of the garment. If you look at a dress form, you will see this same center front seam. On a figure in motion or in a fashion pose, this center front or center back line would show the curve and thrust of the pose, as if the model were spray-painted with a line right down the front of the body.

The center front line and center back line are not to be confused with the balance line. The balance line is straight and at a 90 degree angle to the horizontal floor.

The center front and center back lines curve with the form of the figure and express the attitude of the pose as well as the flow of garments on the figure.


The Center Front & Center Back Line

 

 
 

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