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Ever since I was young, I had an interest in fashion, so when I saw Iris Van Herpen’s 3D generative work, I was very intrigued. Unfortunately her website only showcased examples and videos of her work and not how the work was made, so I had to search for other articles. Some of her pieces are hand molded, however, a lot are also 3D printed work as she collaborated with Stratasys’ unique Objet Connex multi-material 3D printing technology. They aim to use generative art to create non-traditional pieces that “animate the body in an organic way,” (dezeen) utilizing computational methods. Although I was unable to find what exact programs or languages she uses to generate her pieces, I did find that for her Magnetic Motion SS 2014 Paris Fashion Week show she collaborated with Canadian architect Philip Beesley and used a combination of advanced computation, synthetic biology, and mechatronics engineering to create the line.