An arrangement where the two halves of a layout mirror each other, giving a formal, stable, orderly feeling.
Synonyms
- symmetrical balance
Related terms
In plain words
- both sides matching like a mirror
- a formal, centred look
Usage example
The wedding invitation used strict symmetry to feel elegant and traditional.
Don't confuse with…
- asymmetrySymmetry mirrors both sides evenly; asymmetry balances different elements without mirroring them.
Categories
- Layout & composition