Application of traditional Chinese auspicious patterns in the design of modern silk garment

The traditional Chinese auspicious patterns and silk garment both have characteristics of the traditional Chinese cultures, and always have intimate relationship with each other. In the design of silk garment in many dynasties in China, auspicious patterns were very extensively applied. In the design of modern silk garment, the agile application of auspicious patterns not only can transmit characteristic Chinese ethos, but also can enhance international competence due to its unique Chinese element. Through in-depth study of cultural connotation of the traditional auspicious patterns, this article analyzes application of these patterns in the design of modern silk garment from their constitution, composition, arts and crafts, respectively, with a hope for investigating the inheritance and development of silk garment art, so that providing reference for innovative design of silk garment.