Science meets fashion
Amy Winters
"Her trick is to wield technology the way a couturier wields a needle and thread. Much of the line, including the Mondrian coat, is printed in a patented, light-sensitive ink. Sunlight and ultraviolet rays alter the molecular structure of the ink, changing the fabric?s color. Take UV Blue Textile Ink Water, which appears invisible during the day but glows electric blue under a black light at night. But the dazzler here, the head-trippy Picasso dress (slide five), lights up to music thanks to electroluminescent (EL) technology and a sound-reactive sensor. Sound triggers the sensor, zapping EL panels attached to the dress with an electrical current. The current charges phosphor crystals pressed between conductors. Then the crystals radiate light, illuminating a Cubist pattern printed on top. Et voila: a Picasso Explosion"
I came accross her when i was researching into Reactive clothing and thought those who discussed using paints and inks might find it useful.
Each one either reacts with light,sound or moisture.
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