Liquid crystal seems to be an upcoming trend in the word of fashion. And if I had to categorize it this trend would be in the early innovation stage. So I am excited to be working on a project that incorporates liquid crystal before it becomes well known in the fashion industry.
Currently there are very few companies that manufacture liquid crystal enhanced garments. One of them being AlphaMicron Inc. which is a local company that stemmed from the Liquid Crystal Institute of Kent State University. This company makes garments along with business products that are enhanced with liquid crystal. From fringe on garments that changes color to eyewear used in the air force that darken from light exposure; this company uses liquid crystal in a variety of ways.
For my project I will being using spray or paint on liquid crystal that changes when exposed to heat. I am really interested to see how the crystal interacts with the fabric, its appearance and how well it stays on. Now one product that would reflect heat better would Thermochromic fabric which has liquid crystal woven into the fibers of the fabric. But even then the market for this fabric is very small.
All in all over the next few weeks I am excited to experiment with the application and use of liquid crystal on different types of fabric and in a variety of designs.
All in all over the next few weeks I am excited to experiment with the application and use of liquid crystal on different types of fabric and in a variety of designs.