Which color design principle reinforces silhouette by repeating elements to reduce emphasis on texture?

• A. Alternation
• B. Progression
• C. Repetition
• D. Contrast

Answer: (C)

Repetition strengthens the overall shape by using the same color blocks or forms again and again. When elements are repeated, the eye follows a predictable path, so the silhouette reads as a single, unified form. This consistency reduces attention to surface texture and keeps the shape clear and prominent. In hair color design, repeating a specific color placement or block shape along the head helps the silhouette stay recognizable even if there are subtle texture changes.

Alternation would introduce a back-and-forth change that can draw attention to variation rather than unify the shape. Progression involves a gradual change, which shifts the emphasis along the design rather than reinforcing a single silhouette. Contrast creates noticeable differences between areas, which often highlights texture rather than smoothing it out.