What Defines Art Deco?

What is Art Deco? Art Deco is a popular design style of the 1920s and 30s characterized especially by sleek geometric or stylized forms and by the use of man-made materials.

Did you Know?

Art Deco was originated from

Paris before WWI around 1920-30's

How did Art Deco make its way into 1920's

Art Deco design represented modernism turned into fashion and architecture. Skyscrapers, furniture, and everyday objects were embellished with angular patterns like zigzags, sunburst and chevrons. Clothing had richly textured dyes combined with basic shapes to create a new way of fashion.

Examples Today:

Empire State Building

Modern Hotel Room

Who are some Big Influencers that shows Art Deco in its fullest

Romain de Tirtoff or Erté - Costume Designer

Le Corbusier - Decorative Artist

Sonia Delaunay - Fashion Artist

Romain de Tirtoff

Romain de Tirtoff Costume Design "Manon"

integrating Symmetry and
geometric Shapes

How can YOU make Art Deco

Use Textured Gradients
Embrace Geometric Symmetry
Incorporate Exaggerated Sans Serif Fonts
And the top off a Bold Style with a Bold Palette

Watch These Videos for more help:

Art Deco in 9 Minutes: Why Is It The Most Popular Architectural Style? 🗽 - YouTube
Art Deco Graphic Design: Let's Talk About This Trend - YouTube
DIY Art Deco Pattern Ideas | Sea Lemon - YouTube

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