News Archives — Electric Runway

On January 30, 2019
By Amanda Cosco
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Nineteenth Amendment is making this coming season of Project Runway shoppable.

BREAKING NEWS: We are so excited to share that our friends at Nineteenth Amendment will play an integral role in the upcoming season of Project Runway. Listeners of the Electric Runway podcast will remember Amanda Curtis and Gemma Sole from the…

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On December 13, 2018
By Amanda Cosco
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Alexa, Do I Look Fat in this Dress??

Amazon users will have another reason to converse with their Echo Look. Yesterday, the company announced a new beta feature where Alexa provides real-time feedback on an outfit. Users can ask, "Alexa, how do I look?" or "How can I…

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On November 22, 2018
By Amanda Cosco
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London Bets Big on Personalization

From curated recommendations to selecting the patterns and finishings on a made-to-order dress shirt, personalizing products or experiences isn't just a nice option for shoppers, it's an emerging trend. As the Business of Fashion reports, personalization is expected to be one…

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On November 4, 2018
By Amanda Cosco
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Interaxon Unveils Muse 2, the Second-Gen Brain-Sensing Headband

The world's best meditation device just got better, with new experiences to strengthen the mind/body connection

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On July 25, 2018
By Amanda Cosco
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Fitbit Tries to Make Friends with Fashion

While Fitbit may not be known as the most stylish wearable tech accessory on the market, the company continues to try to win over the hearts of the fashion community. This time, the attempt comes in the form of a…

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On July 19, 2018
By Amanda Cosco
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Telekom Fashion Fusion 2018 Winners Announced

After much anticipation, Telekom Fashion Fusion has announced smart fashion company Keypod as the winner of its third annual competition. The team from Isreal won over the jury with their market readiness and connectivity. Founders Sharon Greenberg, Roman Alperovich, and…

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On March 19, 2018
By Amanda Cosco
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L’Oreal acquires Toronto-based Modiface

For those who have been following Electric Runway, you've definitely heard of ModiFace, the augmented reality company that allows you to visualize makeup and hairstyles on your mobile phone and in apps in real-time. In addition to demonstrating the technology in…

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On February 20, 2018
By Amanda Cosco
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FT Accelerator Teams up with Data-Driven VC Firm

We all know that collaboration is key to move any industry forward, but it seems especially true for fashion and technology. These two seemingly opposite worlds need to come together to continue to deliver products and experiences that are both…

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On February 2, 2018
By Amanda Cosco
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Next stop, Bangladesh

Today we are pleased to announce that our next speaking engagement will take us to one of the most populated and storied cities on the planet. Home to more than fourteen million, Dhaka will host the Bangladesh Fashionology Summit, an…