Fashion, and many lifestyle products, are well-known for their tendency to offer a lot of look, without much usability. This is something of a cliché– for example– the designer shoe that women can't walk in, or the beautiful sofa that is impossible to sit on. But clichés are typically built from some truth. And the truth in design is that often, designers are focusing so … [Read more...] about Fashion Design and Usability
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The Long Journey: Bringing a Wearable to Market
Today, I had the opportunity to talk with the CEO of a new startup (based in Philadelphia) in the wearable industry. The product is a modern looking cuff made of brass, which covers a 2” long circuit plate. At this point, the startup is still in the early stages of bringing their product to market… and it is a long journey to market. For those interested in taking this journey… … [Read more...] about The Long Journey: Bringing a Wearable to Market