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Modern fashion has transformed from getting the latest pair of hip hop dance shoes to integrating technology into our everyday clothing. When it comes to modern technology, the internet of things (IoT) is the newest trend in the tech world.
Does this mean that the fashion industry and the tech industry have a common notion of what “modern” truly means? The answer may be yes because it seems evident in the new kinds of clothing, and wearable items we can see in the market today. Moreover, some fashion design companies and tech companies are collaborating on specific projects to come up with products that are fashionable while being high-tech at the same time.
Today, we will go into what the future will hold when it comes to the IoT and fashion industry, and what you can expect to see.
What Can We Expect When Fashion Meets the IoT?
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There are two aspects we can expect when fashion meets the IoT. The first aspect is the latest in IoT technology, and the second one is the latest in fashion.
Typically, these are two different trends; however, they are being connected. This is because the IoT brings an integration of everything, including wearable items. Although we can now see a few items of clothing and wearable items that are truly high-tech, there is more we can expect this year, and in the years to come. What we can expect is not only wearable gadgets, but also smart clothes.
These smart clothes are equipped with features, which can be found on smartphones and other tech gadgets. The only difference is that smart clothes can produce physical effects. Clothes can now change color and appearance based on your mood and also if you’re in an environment like a dance club, based on the beat of music. Also, expect some smart shoes with a built in speedometer that tells you how fast you are walking or running and how far you have gone. In fact, there are now shoes for kids than can be converted into roller skates with headlights.
Another great example is a jacket that resembles astronaut suits. These jackets are well ventilated and insulated. This jacket can detect the temperature outside and produce the right temperature your body needs. We can also expect some smart clothes with sensors that can detect brightness with which the clothes change colors depending on the brightness and color scheme in the area and adapt accordingly.
Is the IoT the Future of Fashion?
It’s difficult to ascertain the future of fashion since it’s sensitive to changing trends. There have also been fashion trends that promote prehistoric wardrobes, and this is far from being modern.
However, technology always determines the minds of consumers; whatever is high-tech is good. Because the IoT is a growing trend in the tech industry, it influences everything that is connected with it, and this includes fashion.
If technology continues to be a determining factor, the future of fashion will favor high-tech clothing and wearable designs. On the other hand, the tech industry is geared toward creating some fashionable gadgets.
Conclusion
The fashion industry is still an independent industry that sets its own trend. It’s amazing to see how the fashion industry meets the tech industry in terms of product design. We don’t know whether or not this trend is short-lived, but it’s a sign that the fashion industry has already gone high-tech.
