Personal electronics such as iPods and MP3's have become such an integral part of our lives that the advent of the iSuit seems like a foregone conclusion. Launched by the English company Marks & Spencer, the black pinstripe iSuit comes with a “smart fabric†developed by the British technology company Eleksen that features a control pad for an iPod/MP3 player sewn into the left lapel.
This control pad, which is attached to a cable that is sewn beneath the lining, allows the wearer to adjust the sound and skip to a favorite track. The control pad plugs into the iPod/MP3 and the lapels have loops to hold the earphone wires. The revolutionary suit is available in England and sells for £149 which is about $290.
iPod Fashion
The iSuit by Marks & Spencer
Trend Themes
1. Smart Clothing - The iSuit by Marks & Spencer demonstrates the trend of integrating technology into clothing for enhanced functionality.
2. Wearable Tech - The iSuit's control pad sewn into the lapel showcases the trend of incorporating wearable technology into everyday fashion.
3. Fashion-tech Collaboration - The partnership between Marks & Spencer and Eleksen highlights the trend of collaborations between fashion and technology companies to create innovative products like the iSuit.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Retail - Fashion retailers can explore the potential of incorporating technology into clothing to create unique and marketable products.
2. Consumer Electronics - The integration of iPod/MP3 controls into the iSuit presents an opportunity for the consumer electronics industry to expand their reach into the fashion market.
3. Smart Textiles - Companies specializing in smart fabrics and textiles can leverage the iSuit as an example of how their technology can be integrated into different applications beyond traditional wearables.