Archive March 2010
A smart hoodie that helps kids with autism
There’s a lot of discussion around wearable technology that debates the usefulness of solutions that integrate electronic functionality into garments. There are so many explorations that are short-term novelties and ...
A variety of DIY fabric and knitted sensors
For all you DIY enthusiast out there, Kobakant has a collection of very useful fabric and knitted sensors equipped with easy-to-understand instructions on how to make all of them. From ...
A dress that doubles as an eco-warning system
Diffus founders Hanne-Louise Johannesen and Michel Guglielmi have designed and created this gorgeous dress that doubles as an eco-warning system. In collaboration with the design company and fashion designer Tine ...
Technologies that are transforming sports
The sports field is constantly innovating in wearable technology and it is one of the many fields that I absolutely love. The possibilities to aid athletes and optimize performance are ...
The growing trend of geometric patterning
Fashion designer Irina Shaposhnikova created this gorgeous collection called Crystallographica, which consists of garments inspired by geological formations of crystals and minerals. The application of geometrical patterns is making a ...
Sabine Seymour talks about the future of wearables
Piem Wirtz interviews Sabine Seymour at V2_lab as they discuss the history of wearable and what they think will come next in 2010 and beyond. Seymour gives a brief, yet ...
A Fairytale Fashion Collection Debuts at Eyebeam NYC
Fashion technologist Diana Eng of fairytalefashion.org showcases her debut technology-infused fashion collection at Eyebeam NYC. Here’s how she describes the collection: The Fairytale Fashion Collection uses technology to create magical ...
Exploring the potential of electro-active polymers
University of the Arts PhD Student Aurélie Mossé is exploring the potential of electro-active polymers. “Pursuing my journey through energy-harvesting and self-actuated textiles, I am currently exploring the potential of ...
Nancy Tilbury infuses biological experiences into couture
Recently sent to me, Nancy Tilbury in collaboration with Visual Artists 125 Creative, has created a collection of incredibly evocative explorations that infuse biological experiences with couture. From digital cosmetics ...
Turning energy into beauty
Student Mae Yokoyama from the Konstfack University of Arts, Crafts and Design created this beautiful piece made almost entirely of solar panels. What I love about this work is that she ...
About electricfoxy
Electricfoxy investigates on-body experiences that are enhanced by technology resulting in new wearable experiences that become a core part of our expression, our identity, and our individuality.