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In the heart of Cambridge, Massachusetts, a revolutionary clothing line is making waves in the fashion industry. Gemini, a pioneering brand, is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to streamline pattern-making processes, optimize for minimum fabric waste in manufacturing, and cater to the diverse fashion preferences of different cultures.
Co-founders Pinar Yanardag and Emily Salvador aim to empower designers and novices alike with AI tools, transforming the fashion industry by making it more accessible and sustainable. The duo's larger goal is to use AI to understand and cater to the diverse fashion preferences of various cultures, fostering a more inclusive and representative industry.
Gemini's journey began with the creation of the "Little Black Dress-AI" (LBD-AI), inspired by the iconic 1920s "Little Black Dress" concept. The LBD-AI is a fusion of unexpected and enchanting design elements, such as a normal sleeve accompanied by a bell sleeve, asymmetric details, and more.
The brand's innovative approach doesn't stop there. Gemini is curating a crowdsourced collection, allowing customers to vote on their dress-generation tool, with over 10,000 votes received so far. Customers can generate new designs through Gemini and vote for their favourites to help curate the next collection, fostering a sense of community and participation.
Gemini's AI systems are optimized to analyze vast amounts of data, make unexpected connections, and extract features. The AI learns from tens of thousands of fashion designs, thanks to a generative adversarial network (GAN) that powers its learning process. However, it's important to note that human designers interpret AI-generated designs and add their own perspective and creativity before the final product is released.
In addition to designing clothes, Gemini is developing an AI tool to help people upcycle their existing fashion items into unique designs. The brand also works on an interactive tool for AI-assisted style transfer in clothing design, aiming to revolutionize the way clothes are designed by allowing consumers to be a part of the process.
Gemini believes in the connection between the LBD concept and AI, and aims to raise awareness and increase participation of women in AI. The brand shares its profits with the Anita Borg Organization, a leading women in STEM non-profit, and supports initiatives like "Komm, mach MINT," which promotes women in computer science by encouraging girls and young women to pursue careers in mathematics, informatics, natural sciences, and technology.
In a nutshell, Gemini is not just a clothing line; it's a movement that champions sustainability, diversity, and the power of AI to enhance creativity and productivity in fashion design. By embracing AI, Gemini is paving the way for a future where fashion is more inclusive, sustainable, and innovative.
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