... and the A . I . in Tailor
During a study abroad trip in Asia , Seph Skerritt ’ 03 visited a tailor for alterations — a common practice abroad , but something generally reserved for special occasions in the states . The resulting , wellfitting clothes were a revelation , and Skerritt applied his training in computer science to bring the same experience to the masses .
The result is Proper Cloth , a custom clothier that leverages data from thousands of users to generate the perfect measurements and fit . The best part ? The entire process takes place online — the ultimate in social distancing . Just 10 questions , and then computer science does the rest . → propercloth . com
Set , Ready Go ! Garment Bags It ’ s no typo — Set , Ready Go ! Garment Bags come from the theater term “ set ready ,” meaning you ’ re prepared for the spotlight . When costume designer Sarah Cogan , MFA ’ 11 grew tired of keeping track of her actor ’ s many accessories , she made a way to fit it all . With pockets for shoes , jewelry and just about anything else , the garment bags offer versatile organization — for weddings , cosplayers , and more . → setreadygarmentbags . com Some Pep in Your Step Tatyana Lebel ’ 09 and the California Sock Company sells colorful and upbeat socks to match your personal style , while also doing good for the community . Socks are one of the most requested items in homeless shelters , so with each pair purchased , the company donates a fun new pair to a child in need . → californiasockcompany . com
Are you in the clothing industry ?
Whether you ’ re start-up or seasoned , online or brick and mortar , we want to know about you ! Reach out to tritonmag @ ucsd . edu or join TritonsConnect . com to connect with other alumni in fashion and apparel .
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