Dresses and gowns are on many people's minds right now since prom season is in full swing, yet no one could have expected the Death Star Gown. It is a modern take on 19th-century American Southern fashion in which a full skirt is embraced to better capture the globular design of the fictional space station and superweapon appearing in the 'Star Wars' franchise.
Spotted at the Calgary Expo, the Death Star Gown actually lights up. It is made out of 250 LED light, 12 feet of EL wire and 900 foam tiles. The designer, Deathstargirl, reveals, "It takes 9 'D' batteries to power the lights and I broke 2 plastic hangers to hold it up, so you can imagine how much fun it is to put into the car."
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The Death Star Gown is Made for Ultimate Female 'Star Wars' Fans
Trend Themes
1. Sci-fi Fashion - The trend of embracing science fiction in fashion is on the rise, creating opportunities for designers to create unique and eye-catching pieces that cater to fans of popular franchises such as 'Star Wars'.
2. LED Clothing - The use of LED lights in clothing is becoming increasingly popular, allowing designers to incorporate interactive elements into their pieces and create a visually stunning experience for the wearer and the observer.
3. Geek Chic - The trend of incorporating geek culture into fashion is growing, offering designers an opportunity to appeal to a wider audience by creating clothing that caters to the interests of both fashion-forward individuals and fans of popular franchises.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Design - Fashion designers can take advantage of the growing trend of incorporating science fiction and geek culture into clothing by creating unique and innovative pieces that appeal to fans of popular franchises.
2. Lighting Technology - The rise of LED clothing creates opportunities for companies specializing in lighting technology to partner with fashion designers and incorporate their products into clothing and accessories.
3. Event and Costume Design - Event and costume designers can take inspiration from the Death Star Gown and create similar interactive pieces for themed events, allowing guests to be fully immersed in the experience and creating a memorable event.