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Term: Tout Ensemble
Definition: Tout ensemble means "all together" in French. In design, it refers to the overall visual effect of a design. It is used to compare two designs by looking at the total impact rather than individual design elements. This helps determine if a design infringes on someone's trade-dress rights or if a design-patent application shows a new and unique change from existing designs. It is typically used as a noun in English.
Related term: Antidissection Rule
Tout ensemble means "all together" in French. In design, it refers to the overall visual effect of a design or the general effect it creates. It is used to compare two designs by looking at the total impact rather than comparing individual design elements.
These examples illustrate how tout ensemble is used to describe the overall effect of a design. It is not just about individual elements, but how they work together to create a cohesive and visually pleasing whole.