Mimosa (2013)

Shienny Karwita Tailan, Singapore

Description

Mimosa is a kinetic dress that reacts upon input from the touch sensor at waist area. It is inspired by Mimosa pudica, also known as sensitive plant, sleepy plant, or touch-me-not. It is a plant where the leaves fold inwards when touched and able to open again.

Medium

• Fabrics – two-tone sateen and interfacing
• Mechanic – servo motor, Conductive fabric and thread, Acrylic glass

Image credits

Shienny Karwita Tailan