In apparel retail, after the long queue issue at the cash counters – came the waiting time outside the trial rooms. People ooften tried looks that were completely different from what they already have in their wardrobe.
So, virtual mirrors seemed the perfect solution for this problem.
Scan the person in 3D and then superimpose the 3D version of the garment on it. Perfect fall on the fabric customized to the actual stats of the person – pure delight.
Innovators started working on the virual mirror way before in 2005 as it was one of the primary issues faced by shoppers as well as retailers.
A 'Virtual Mirror' is a technology that uses augmented reality techniques to overlay an image of a garment onto a captured image of the customer, allowing them to see how the clothing fits and looks on them in real time, similar to viewing it on a personalized mannequin.
Kancharla Srimahitraj from India created the Smart Mirror, using AI technology to transform the dressing room process. The mirror scans a QR code, takes measurements, and suggests sizes. Users can virtually try on dresses, saving time and money.
This project is ideal for those who dislike traditional trials or prioritize security. With PictoBlox extensions, hardware and software merge seamlessly. The quirky board and code enable interactions like taking pictures and displaying dress options. The Smart Mirror is versatile and adaptable, suitable for various environments like shopping malls. It allows a futuristic dressing experience with convenience and security.
Some online services, like Intellifit and MyShape, measure a customer’s body to recommend clothing that fits and enhances her shape. These technologies have been implemented in stores such as Levi's and Charming Shoppes across Ohio, Florida, and Texas. Other online platforms, including MyVirtualModel, Knicker Picker, and 3Dshopping, offer predefined body types that help shoppers visualize clothing that corresponds to their selected type. Additionally, augmented reality techniques can project an image of a garment onto a customer's captured image, adjusting in real time as the customer moves in a virtual mirror.
In essence, these virtual fitting technologies provide an experience akin to seeing clothing on a personalized mannequin. However, many customers still need to try on garments to fully appreciate how they fit. While advanced computer graphics can accurately simulate the drape, folds, and stretch of fabric, it was noted that the technology is not entirely reliable, sometimes leading to unexpected fits or colors and an uncomfortable fabric feel.
Furthermore, these technologies do not encompass the myriad of ways a garment can be styled. For instance, a button-down shirt can be worn buttoned or unbuttoned, fitted or loose, tucked or untucked, tied at the bottom, and with sleeves rolled to various lengths. The extensive range of fitting options ultimately necessitates physically trying on clothes.
Since this technology is still in its evolving stage, we await for it to achieve its full bloom in next 5 years in the superfast paced digital era.
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