The Complete Pattern Directory: 1500 Designs from All Ages and Cultures vs Fashionpedia: The Visual Dictionary of Fashion Design
Overall winner: Fashionpedia: The Visual Dictionary of Fashion Design
Key Differences
Fashionary's Fashionpedia (A) is a visually rich fashion-design dictionary with higher average rating and many more reviews, making it better for designers seeking illustrated references; Elizabeth Wilhide's The Complete Pattern Directory (B) offers a larger archive of surface and textile patterns with historical context, making it better for pattern and textile designers who need extensive design variety
The Complete Pattern Directory: 1500 Designs from All Ages and Cultures
A comprehensive pattern directory showcasing 1500 designs with historical context and vivid imagery. Useful as a reference for surface pattern designers seeking inspiration and color ideas. Customer note highlights its historical background and design inspiration
Pros
- extensive collection of designs
- rich imagery and color references
- historical background context
- inspirational for pattern designers
Cons
- mixed reception from customers
Fashionpedia: The Visual Dictionary of Fashion Design
A visual fashion dictionary with detailed illustrations and reference material for fashion enthusiasts and artists. Customers value its comprehensive vocabulary and visual content, noting it as a helpful knowledge base
Pros
- comprehensive fashion dictionary
- rich visual illustrations
- useful reference for fashion enthusiasts
- clear vocabulary and terms
Cons
- no features listed
- pricing not included in description
- availability not specified
Head-to-Head
| Criteria | Winner |
|---|---|
| Price | Fashionary |
| Durability | Tie |
| Versatility | Elizabeth Wilhide |
| User Reviews | Fashionary |