multi layer drop down menu + choose customizations for each model
different fabric and dye coloring options just but clicking
UI + Model
mannequin draft
different customization, ~200 matches
one other permutation

Project Story: Revolutionizing Sustainable Fashion with Agile Development

Inspiration

Our journey began with a desire to tackle a real-world problem in the fashion industry: sustainability. We were motivated by the alarming statistic that 92 tons of fabric waste ends up in the ocean and in landfills each year. We aimed to create a solution that reduces waste by ensuring only desired clothes are made, aligning with consumer trends that favor personalization and sustainability.

Learning and Building

Our project was a groundbreaking endeavor. For the first time, we transformed an idea into a client-ready product in less than three days. The innovation lay in creating a platform where shoppers could execute their fashion ideas efficiently, leading to the production of clothes only when selected by a shopper. This approach significantly reduces waste.

We closely collaborated with the company's CEO, ensuring our vision was in sync with customer goals. Our team innovated beyond the general framework, incorporating UI/UX designs that the client initially lacked. We not only embraced the CEO's vision but enhanced it with our technical and creative inputs.

Challenges

The project's most significant challenge was its unprecedented pace. Developing a market-ready product in such a short timeframe, especially one that was to be implemented on the client's platform and start generating revenue within two weeks, was a formidable task. Ensuring the backend could handle this rapid transition was crucial.

We also faced the challenge of integrating an AR component, envisioned as a stage 2 development. However, after discussions with the CEO, we decided to focus on perfecting the core product first.

Agile Development and Impact

Our agile development process was key to our success. We worked around the clock, constantly iterating and improving the product based on real-time feedback from the CEO. This approach not only impressed the client but also drastically cut down the development timeline, from a projected three months to just three days.

The product's sustainability impact cannot be overstated. By reducing mass manufacturing and focusing on creating one-on-one products, we are significantly contributing to reducing fabric wastage.

Future Plans

Winning this track will give us an additional two weeks to refine our product. Our plan is to integrate the AR component, enhancing the personalized shopping experience. We also intend to implement the XR component, further aligning with the CEO's vision.

Conclusion

Our project stands out not just as a weekend creation but as a market-ready solution with real, tangible impact. We went beyond creating a minimum viable product (MVP); we developed a fully functional platform that the CEO was eager to implement. Our work not only aligns with the track's vision but also revolutionizes the way we think about sustainability in fashion.