An eTextile evening gown: Mrs. Mary Atkins-Holl

comments (1) November 18th, 2009 in design, garment construction, fabric, embellishments, reader's closet

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Mrs. Mary Atkins-Holl: an eTextile evening gown

Mrs. Mary Atkins-Holl: an eTextile evening gown

Photo: Aaron Seigal

20th century eTextile evening gown for a 19th century client, Kansas City Art Museum benefactor Mrs. Mary Atkins. The illuminated gown is inspired by architect Steven Holl's Bloch Building addition to this museum.

designer | Lynne Bruning
model | Vivian at Model Mayhem #791912
photographer | Aaron Seigal

May 2009 Denver, Colorado

Materials | Angelna fiber, silk organza, 110 UV LEDs, conductive thread,Li-po power supply, lithium battery, ribbons, and embellishments.

Inspiration | Steven Holl's addition to the Nelson-Atkins Museum in Kansas City, MO USA.

More Images: 

http://www.flickr.com/photos/lynnebruning/sets/72157619504837055/

 

Instructable on making the eTextile LED lobster bustle:

http://www.instructables.com/id/flexible-LED-eTextile-ribbon-array/


Pattern or design used: My own design - Lynne Bruning
posted in: design, garment construction, fabric, embellishments, reader's closet, lynne bruning, eTextile, wearable computer, Textile Fusion, Surface Design Association, Angelina Fibers

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Scooter2 Scooter2 writes: Your dress is absolutely gorgeous!
Posted: 12:01 pm on January 19th

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