Is that a circuit in your pocket, or are you just really into my conductive threads?

All Turned On Clearly, Eng is a fan of LED lights in particular, and shinny things in general. Here you can see what all the clothes look like when they are turned on. Image Courtesy of Doug Eng

The blaring techno, waifish models and $10 cocktails all seemed appropriate for a book release party/fashion show, but one thing was truly different from your usual runway moment: the clothes. Designer Diana Eng has become famous for her blend of style and science, mixing technology into her accessories and clothes whenever possible. PopSci.com attended her recent release party, and brought back some photos of the fierce fashion geekery.

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Who knows where technology will lead us. Womens' fashion usually does lead the way to change. Thats why this is called Future Tech.

Doesn't seem that fashion forward. who can forget the "Electric Horseman" with Robert Redford.

Sonny Steele, used to be a rodeo star, but his next appearance is to be on a Las Vegas stage, wearing a suit covered in lights, advertising a breakfast cereal.
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if you ask me i think its pretty cool with more progression in this direction we can make it more attractive i have been workin on somethin like this actually but i htink itll be cool to have somethin like this



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