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Fashion (MA)

Xiang Li

With a keen interest in the fascinating intersection of fashion, science, and technology. My work is often driven by a desire to create fashion pieces that are not only visually appealing but also functionally innovative and eco-friendly. I am constantly exploring ways to combine bio-friendly materials and smart technology into wearable fashion.

Degree Details

School of DesignFashion (MA)HumanwearRCA2023 at Battersea and Kensington

RCA Battersea, Studio Building, Ground and First floors

An image of the art piece on the arm.

The device uses shape memory alloys to achieve the automatic shape-shifting effect, combining with biomaterials, forming a structure that’s inspired by ventilation structures that exist in nature. This mechanism can be used in garments designed to help cool the body. For instance, when the wearer’s body temperature rises parts of the garment can open up to let out heat, providing a smart and automatic cooling effect.

An experiment of the art piece on human body
An experiment of the art piece on human body
An experiment of the art piece on human body