Archive for December, 2009
Illuminated by wind – Flare Dress
A unique and playful concept, the Flare Dress lights up flower like LED pattern when the wind hugs you gently or, when there is no wind, you can blow on the flower shapes to make the glow. Created by Dutch [...]
The magic of illuminated clothing
I have used the word ‘magic’ frequently when introducing illuminated clothing or other illuminated textile objects but after watching Marco Tempest, a new age magician and Techno-illusionist performing his light magic which includes light spots jumping between his hands and [...]
The North Face Audio Jackets
Despite the cold weather outside, the technology enhanced apparel market is really heating up this winter season. The North Face added to this growing market great looking Audio jackets for women and men. Beautiful not only the style of the [...]
LED cell carpet
One of the most extraordinary carpet designs I have seen comes from the Dutch company LAMA Concept. Called the LED Cell rug, made from pure wool felt strips with embedded LEDs that blend perfectly into the over carpet design. I [...]
DIY eTextile projects from Kobakant
Kobakant, the joined DIY Wearable Technology Documentation project from Hannah Perner-Wilson and Mika Satomi keeps adding interesting must-read information for anyone interested into eTextile technology and design. It’s one of my habits to check out this site on a regular [...]
Spyder Destroyer Jacket with sound control
Spyder is one of the brands making use of the Skullcandy wearable electronic system we posted about a few days ago. The Spyder Destroyer Jacket is available in the colors black and red-white with a Skullcandy electronics compatible exterior. Integrated [...]
Illuminated wedding dress by Alison Lewis
Creating illuminated clothing is not just about adding light points to a garment. It easily can end up being more a kind of Christmas decoration than a style statement. Alison Lewis is one of the eTextile artists who understands the [...]
