Dress Like…

The Dress Like app is a web-based solution designed to help users find clothing items inspired by their favorite TV or movie characters. By entering a character's name, users can explore curated outfit suggestions and shop directly for similar items. The project combines innovative fashion discovery with practical e-commerce integration, offering a seamless experience for users seeking to recreate iconic styles.

Fans often admire the fashion of their favorite on-screen characters but struggle to find similar items to replicate these styles. The process of locating look-alike pieces can be time-consuming and frustrating without a centralized tool. This project aimed to bridge that gap by providing an intuitive platform for character-inspired outfit discovery.

I served as the designer and developer for this project, overseeing the app's ideation, interface design, and front-end development. My responsibilities included:

• Designing the user interface for a visually engaging and user-friendly experience.

• Developing the front-end using HTML and CSS for responsiveness and interactivity.

• Integrating a structure for product pages linked to external shopping platforms.

1. Research and Ideation

I began by researching popular TV and movie characters known for their iconic styles, identifying user pain points in replicating these looks. This research informed the app's goal: to create a straightforward platform with a focus on aesthetics and functionality.

2. Design and Development

• Wireframing and Prototyping: I created low-fidelity wireframes to outline the app's layout, ensuring a logical flow from character search to product pages.

• Front-End Implementation: The app was built with:

  • HTML for structure, including search functionality and dedicated product pages.

  • CSS for styling, ensuring a clean and modern aesthetic with responsive design principles.

  • Grid Layouts for organized presentation of outfit suggestions.

3. Iteration and Testing

Throughout development, I iteratively tested the app's responsiveness and usability to ensure a smooth experience across devices.

The Dress Like app features:

• A search function for users to enter a character's name.

• A results page displaying a scrollable grid of outfits inspired by the selected character.

• Individual product pages linking to external retailers for seamless shopping.

• A back button for easy navigation between pages.

The app effectively streamlines the process of finding and purchasing character-inspired clothing. While not yet implemented as a live product, it demonstrates:

• Potential for partnerships with fashion retailers and e-commerce platforms.

• A scalable model for expanding to include more characters and personalization features.

• Practical usability for fans of pop culture and fashion enthusiasts alike.

This project highlighted the importance of combining user-focused design with practical functionality. It allowed me to strengthen my skills in front-end development and responsive design while exploring opportunities for creative problem-solving in fashion and technology.

To further enhance the app:

1. Integrate a backend for dynamic content loading.

2. Add filters for gender, style, or price range to refine outfit suggestions.

3. Implement user accounts to save favorite characters and outfit boards.