Rapid prototyping is becoming more prevalent in the world of design and the fashion industry, and these 3D printed tapestry glasses by Chloë McCormick and Nicholas O’Donnell-Hoare are one of the most quirky and charming items you'll ever come across.
Like most 3D printed things, these tapestry glasses are customizable. McCormick and O’Donnell-Hoare have designed these glasses so that you can weave your own selection and pattern of colored yarns into them. Each frame, which is laser-sintered using nylon power, is printed with tiny grid holes through which you can weave the yarn.
Providing a one-a-of-kind fashion piece, these fun and offbeat tapestry glasses will be part of the “Send to Print/Print to Send” exhibit at London's Aram Gallery from Jan. 13 to Feb. 25.
What's Driving This Trend
- Customizable 3d-printed Fashion Accessories
- There is an opportunity for companies to create customizable 3D-printed jewelry, watches, and other accessories.
- Rapid Prototyping in Fashion
- Rapid prototyping technology can be applied to fashion design to create more unique and customizable pieces.
- Personalized Wearables
- The trend towards customization and personalization can be applied to wearable technology.
Who This Affects Most
- Fashion and Accessories
- Fashion companies can utilize rapid prototyping technology to create customizable and unique pieces.
- 3D Printing
- There is an opportunity for 3D printing companies to explore the fashion and accessories industry and partner with designers to create customizable pieces.
- Wearable Technology
- Wearable technology companies can incorporate customization and personalization features into their products, tapping into the trend of unique and personalized fashion.
