An Analysis of Dai Brocade Pattern and Application Innovation in Denim Garment

This research is financed by “2019 Graduate research innovation program project of Jiangnan university” （ 2019 JNKY19-035; “ Major Projects of Philosophy and Social Sciences in Jiangsu Universities ” (2019STZDA02) Abstract The Dai brocade has a long history, unique craftsmanship, simple and unique style. It has bright colors, strong contrasts, and exquisite patterns, with unique national art and cultural colors. This article expounds the artistic form of the brocade pattern from the subject matter of the pattern, analyzes its artistic aesthetics, cultural connotation, and visual symbols. Attempting to apply the Dai brocade pattern to the design of denim women's clothing. The results show that the combination of traditional Dai brocade patterns and modern denim elements can leading denim clothing a more diversified and international charm Keywords: The Dai ethnic Brocade Pattern; denim; fashion design; art; national culture DOI : 10.7176/ADS/80-06 Publication date: February 29 th 2020