The Future of Fashion: Download File and Print

I especially liked this article from Forbes because the author, Tara Brown, wrote from her perspective.  I was also once a teen learning how to sew in middle school who made horrible pajama pants.  Introducing the article in this way made it much more relatable especially when speaking to a complex topic like e-textiles and wearable technology.

In addition, the article gave a great overview of how simple the industry is becoming due to advances in wearable technologies, 3D printing, laser cutting and 3D scanning.  Any little nuisance that was once experienced as a pain does not have to be anymore with this technology.  The example Tara Brown gave was the situation of losing buttons, whereas now with technology we can scan the button and print a new one instantaneously.  Also, the importance of collaboration was also something I personally took away from the article.  The idea of computer programmers becoming fashion designers and vice-versa is important to the direction of the industry.  Working together is the first step in creating beautiful technologically made garments or pieces, and it makes the task less daunting and more lucrative. 

The links she added in were also great in exploring these different technologies and can be used for future reference.  All in all, I related very well to this article.  While most traditional aspects of the industry will not change in the near future, looking into new technologies to change the ugly pajama pants I also once made in an instant is groundbreaking to a once very traditional industry.

Brown, Tara. "The Future of Fashion: Download File and Print." Forbes. Forbes Magazine, 11 Mar. 2013. Web. 22 Feb. 2015.