Language

The Lexicon

The Lexicon preserves the language of the Lifestyle — its words, concepts and traditions. It records meaning; it never prescribes practice. Where usage varies between Houses or lineages, each is set down with equal respect.

Practices

Visual Balance

The perceived stability and harmony of a rope composition.

Definition

Visual Balance describes the sense of stability, harmony and completeness in the appearance of a tie. It is a subject of aesthetic judgement and is discussed both in practice and in critical writing.

Discussion

Visual Balance does not require Symmetry; balanced asymmetry is a widely valued aesthetic.

See also