Extraction of Perceptual Factors of Xiaoliang Mountain Yi Embroidery Patterns and Innovative Application in Women’s Leather Boots

Abstract

Xiaoliang Mountain Yi embroidery represents a significant subcategory of Yi ethnic embroidery, characterized by a long historical tradition and distinctive handcrafted techniques. Women’s boots, a staple footwear choice for female consumers during the autumn and winter seasons, have historically failed to satisfy the growing demand for personalization. This shortfall stems from a lack of innovation and the insufficient incorporation of traditional ethnic cultural elements, which are largely absent from most boots on the market. As a key medium for conveying artistic and cultural significance, Xiaoliang Mountain Yi  embroidery patterns embody the profound heritage of traditional ethnic culture. Integrating these patterns into innovative women’s boot designs imbues the products with unique stylistic attributes. This paper proposes a modernized application design process for traditional patterns, leveraging Kansei engineering and shape grammar to quantify consumer affective evaluations of Xiaoliang Mountain Yi embroidery patterns. The most popular patterns, as identified through consumer evaluations, are further refined using shape grammar and innovatively applied to women’s boot designs. The findings reveal that employing Kansei engineering to analyze consumer affective responses provides a scientific and data-driven foundation for pattern innovation. Moreover, the creative application of Xiaoliang Mountain Yi embroidery patterns enhances the distinctiveness of women’s boots, offering valuable insights and actionable strategies for designers and brands in the women’s footwear market.