Hi, I am studying Performance Sportswear Design at the University of Derby in the UK. I am currently researching for design for cyclists and other commuters who travel within cities. I aim to provide clothing which integrates design with wearable electronics (eg. safety sensors, lighting) Any information that anyone might have regarding the design of existing clothing on the market and the advantages and disadvantages to garments designed for commuters would be really appreciated.
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Ok, firstly..thanks for all the advice; especially one about being the dumbest idea you ever heard (sorry, had to mention it!). Well, really, I can give you all the info I have and hope you come up with more solutions although what you have given me already has been really helpful. I previously studied fashion design at the London College of Fashion so firstly am hoping to design a range which is both fashionable and functional; its for commuters in general (pedestrians, people who have to get on the inferno that is the tube but especially cycling because you guys seem to have a more interesting commute than most others!). I wanted to design something that didnt involve naff illuminous yellow reflective strips; hence the possibility of lights (probably LED; some companies make LED lighting badges for cyclists, ambulance and police services already) but there are many reflective fabrics which are in more desirable colours. There are loads of possibilites for this; one company even design horse-riding jackets with left-right indicators on them. The suggestion of the hidden lighting was good; one which I had thought of already; also there is probably some ability to design them to be put in the washing machine as there are many electronic devices which can be washed which are more hi-tech than LEDs. There are plenty of heating systems on the market but would be great to know if heating/cooling systems would be accepted..the small battery has already been designed and conductive fabrics can transfer hot or cold currents to the skin quite quickly. Really I would like an indication of what kind of design features would be most favourable; anthing that you would need..for instance, pockets, hoods, storage etc. Also it would be really helpful to know if cyclists would use transformable clothing, which I realise the dirt and smell factor doesnt fare well with some people, but just interested if people would use it (sorry, in case u didnt know, its clothing that can transform from sports to office clothing with maybe only just having to change a shirt or t-shirt; kind of like the mentioned modular clothing systems). Anyway, hopefully you can give me more info, ideas and opinions..its all been good so far x Cheers