Aesthetic Analysis of a Cropped Top on a Slim and Fat Bodies Based on Gestalt Theory
摘要
Despite advancements in inclusive discourse within the fashion industry, aesthetic standards remain predominantly centered on clothing designed for thin bodies, falling short of truly valuing the visual presence of fat bodies. This article aims to identify parameters for comparative aesthetic analysis between standard and plus-size garments, drawing on the elements of visual language and the principles of Gestalt theory. Based on the premise that inconsistencies in grading patterns lead to visual incoherence, the study explores how proportion, balance, element distribution, and visual field affect the perception of garments on bodies with different morphologies. The research combines a narrative literature review with applied visual analysis, focusing on images of the same garment worn by different body types and examining aspects such as point, line, shape, volume, texture, and direction. The analysis reveals significant perceptual shifts in the plus-size version of the garment, impacting focus, figure-ground distinction, and the original aesthetic intent. The study concludes that the visual reading of a garment is not determined solely by its physical form but also by how visual elements are reorganized on the body. Therefore, future research should emphasize a design approach that integrates the aesthetic dimension as inseparable from the performance of the garment on fat bodies, aiming to construct fashion products that are more equitable, sensitive, and visually coherent, applying the same aesthetic logic used for standard-sized bodies.