A Pattern Language for Costumes in Films - IAAS

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Templates for sewing:
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Front Part
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Back Part
Front
Collar
Back
Collar
Pocket
Pocket
Braiding
Figure 13: Templates for sewing, which are annotated to the Wild West Vest.
7.2 Wild West Boots
Name: Wild West Boots
Icon:
Figure 14: Icon for the Wild West Boots.
Context: The Wild West Boots are mainly used for Sheriffs, Cowboys, Outlaws, and Ranchers around the
Pioneer era (mid to late 19 th century) in Western North America. Next to the original use as riding boots the
Wild West Boots became a sign for American culture and are found in different actual styles; Main genre:
Western
Description: Wild West Boots are a specific type of footwear. They are a special sort of riding boots, which
cover foot and ankle, and extend up the lower leg. Wild West Boots can be distinguished by their high heel
compared to other male shoes, their pointed toe, and their lack of lacing. Traditionally made of leather, the
Wild West Boot is characterized by typical embellishment.
7.3 Cowboy Hat
Name: Cowboy Hat
Icon:
Figure 15: Icon for the Cowboy Hat.
Context: The Cowboy Hat is mainly used for Sheriffs, Cowboys, Outlaws, and Ranchers around the Pioneer
era (mid to late 19 th century) in Western North America. Nowadays it is still worn by many people like ranch
workers in the USA, Canada or Mexico, participants at the rodeo, or country music singers. Since its date of
origin the Cowboy Hat is related to associations like freedom, adventure, virility, and loneliness. It has a
confirmed place in western culture. Main genre: Western
Description: The Cowboy Hat is a type of hat that originates in the Pioneer era in Western North America.
The Cowboy Hat can be identified by his high crown, a wide brim that is bent up, and a leather or rip ribbon
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