Wearable Tech

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May 6, 2013 by Mika

We love talking about trends and disruptions in fashion tech. We’ve covered companies upending traditional methods of manufacturing, designing, and selling fashion and apparel. We’ve heard companies claim “we’re taking out the middle man” and “we’re creating a new shopping model”. This is all exciting, but we’re seeing something deeper catch on with entrepreneurs, designers, [...]

Pretty Smart Textiles – Q&A with curator Melissa Coleman

December 13, 2012 by Mika

It is easy to find inspiration at the intersection of fashion, design, and technology. By overturning traditional ways of designing, buying, and selling fashion, the industry could be no more inspiring than it is now. But to find innovation, where new concepts and ideas are formed, can be challenging as it is often kept to [...]

Wearable Tech Conference: a vision for the future of fashion and design

July 31, 2012 by Mika

The Wearable Technologies Conference, held in San Francisco last week, brought together experts and enthusiasts to discuss emerging technologies and advances in wearable technology. Speakers presented on topics ranging from batteries, sensing technology, diagnostics, and consumer gadgets, to principles for creating wearable tech for broader consumer markets. And although some key areas were missing, the [...]

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Wearable Tech: It's about Access to Information about the Body

July 31, 2012 by Charles

By Simon Frid. When Tron debuted in 1982, many of us imagined a future filled with luminescent sleek motorcycles and light-dashing uniforms. While hopefully the electric car concept is in development, the fashion of the future is not what we expected. Despite the media hype, the future of wearable tech, at least for now, is [...]

WearableTech Conference: Finding Inspiration

July 31, 2012 by Charles

By Jade Kwan. On Tuesday July 24th I attended the Wearable Technologies Conference at Fort Mason in San Francisco. It was inspiring: Fairytale Fashion, openMaterials, Eyejusters, Touchtouchy, The National Council of Science & Technology (NCST) funded project by Mutua in Kenya and, of course, a mention of Google Glass.

Weekly Reading 7/13: E-Commerce disrupts the intimates industry, Uniqlo redefines pinning, Nicole Richie on Polyvore, and the best gloves you’ll ever buy.

July 13, 2012 by Adelle

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I love it when people get creative. When they use technology or social media to disrupt a staid industry, or when established brands and celebrities that don’t have to innovate, still do. Well, innovation is always key, but I like to give props to the individuals and organizations that take the risks that put them [...]

From Biorythms to Biomimicry, The Future of Textiles is Here

June 5, 2012 by Mark

Despite the allure of flashing lights, one of the most interesting aspects of wearable technology is the innovation going on at the material level. Smart textiles will transform the way we think of clothes, what they do and what they are. Textiles will change everything. For example, one of the main hurdles for 3D printed [...]

SFFT Discount Tickets for the Wearable Tech Conference San Francisco July 24th!

June 5, 2012 by Mika

The annual Wearable Tech Conference comes to Fort Mason in San Francisco on July 24th! Decision makers of all sizes of companies, researchers, students, artists, retailers, component suppliers and media will talk about the latest in wearable technology. If you’re interested in attending this unique networking event, look no further. We’ve teamed up with the [...]