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.

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Instructable on making the eTextile LED lobster bustle:

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