From Sneakers to Google Glass, SXSW Reveals Niche Fashion Boom

As fashion becomes increasingly connected to the digital sphere, the industry’s presence grows at tech-fest South by Southwest. But what were some of the conclusions from the techies on hand?  As it happened, representatives from the more digitally-oriented side of the divide had advice and predictions for the fashion industry:

With the founders of MakerBot Industries and Shapeways there to speak, 3D printing got plenty of airtime.  One important facet of the industry that was revealed is that as the technology advances, design and production are becoming increasingly intertwined.