Nimra Imran2025-12-182025-12-182021https://escholar.umt.edu.pk/handle/123456789/16890The ancient Buddhist and Hindu cultures promote mandala as a representation of deities as they associate spirituality with it. The word ―mandala‖ comes from Sanskrit and refers to ―A circle of center‖ and it is also called a ―magic circle‖. Usually, a mandala is considered to be round in shape but it can vary as long as it has one central point. The circle shape represents the never ending cycle of life according to Buddhism. Hindus were the first ones to come up with Mandala Art but later several Asian cultures adopted the concept. A typical mandala symbolizes totality, timelessness, wholeness, unity, and infinity. In terms of design, a mandala has to either fall into symmetry perfectly and be properly measured as well as balanced. Or it could be designed freehand, which can be asymmetrical and imperfect. On the other hand, geometry is the core of mandalas as they are precise and proper. Geometric patterns consist of lines and different geometrical shapes like squares, triangles, and circles. These patterns are all about the satisfying arrangement of these elements. Symmetry is what geometry is famous for. Such patterns will only add to the Mandala art in my opinion, that is why for this thesis I would go for a combination of geometric patterns and mandala art. The goal is to achieve great-looking and vibrant textile patterns. The work shall consist of a step by-step procedure of design development and its application. Various textile techniques shall be involved, and a lot of different materials shall also be explored for this thesis. A lot of samples will be developed and all of the work done throughout this journey shall be showcased at The Final Display. My work shall be displayed as an outcome of Apparel textiles which will cater to an age window of teenagers to young adults. The work shall depict my understanding of the Mandala and Geometric Art and the best of my learning through the past four years of my degree program with the consultation of the concerned expertise.aenThesis