# Textile Design Apps The Lumi App Makes Self Expression Portable and Easy By Malika Renee Butss | Published 2015-05-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-lumi-app References: [itunes.apple](https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/lumi-print-fabric-with-light/id551441259?mt=8) & [lumi](http://www.lumi.com/) The Lumi app is an innovation that allows users to create long-lasting designs they can later print onto their own garments with absolutely zero hassle. Founded by Jesse Genet and Stephan Ango, the Lumi app is devoted to self expression. Upon downloading the app, users have the option to create their [own design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/textbehind) or browse the app's Spotlight collection where they can choose from an assortment of submitted designs. When the perfect design has been found, or made, the creative piece of work is then print previewed before the final stage where all the low-maintenance printing supplies are shipped to the user's home. Compatible with both Android and [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leica-lux-app), the Lumi app puts [textile design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/textile-production) in the palm of your hand. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Portable Textile Design:** The Lumi app enables users to create and print textile designs on their own garments, providing a portable and easy solution for self-expression. - **User-generated Design Collections:** The Lumi app offers a platform for users to browse and select designs from a collection of submitted designs, fostering a community of user-generated content. - **Low-maintenance Printing Supplies:** With the Lumi app, users can have their designs printed with minimal effort and time, as all the printing supplies are conveniently shipped to their home. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Textile and Fashion Industry:** The Lumi app disrupts the traditional textile and fashion industry by empowering individuals to easily create and print their own unique designs on garments. - **Mobile App Development:** The Lumi app represents an opportunity for mobile app developers to create innovative solutions that combine artistic expression and user-friendly design tools. - **Printing and Supplies Industry:** The Lumi app opens up opportunities for the printing and supplies industry to cater to the growing demand for user-customized designs and convenient printing services. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Powered Design Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adobe-express.md) - [Mobile Content Creator Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microsoft-designer-app.md) - [AI-Powered Fashion Design Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/make-the-dot.md) - [AI-Fuelled Mobile Design Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/express-mobile-app.md) - [AI-Powered Tattoo Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/imprintu.md) - [Home Decor Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pottery-barn-1.md) - [Camera-Branded Photography Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leica-lux-app.md) - [Life-Like 3D Canvases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lumino.md) - [Mobile Lighting Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/screen-fill-light.md)