Wearing a CuteCircuit design, a sexy white catsuit adorned with thousands of interactive LEDs and glimmering Swarovski crystals, Katy Perry illuminated the stage on American Idol last thursday night. She performed her latest chart topping single E.T. in her only live television performance of the hit. Katy Perry shared the stage with surprise guest Kanye West who added his own lyrical performance to the bridge of the song.

CuteCircuit designers Francesca and Ryan commented, “The design inspiration grew directly from Katy’s song. We wanted to use shapes and fabrics that would amplify the unique atmosphere of the music and create a stunning visual experience.”

Even pop-star Rihanna was impressed with Katy’s otherworldly look tweeting, “How f***in smokin is @katyperry as an alien??” Newspaper reviews of the performance ranged from glowing to astonished with one paper exclaiming, “Forget extraterrestrial, Katy is extra-delectable!”

To experience the full performance for yourself check out this YouTube link below. And check out the images of the performance (courtesy of katypix.com).

Following the success of Katy’s stunning performance, sales of her chart topping hit saw an increase of over half a million, shooting the single into the #1 spot on both Billboard’s Hot 100 and the US iTunes Charts.

Katy Perry performs for American Idol

Katy Perry in CuteCircuit

Katy Perry on set of American Idol

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Visit us during Paris Fashion Week from the 4th to the 7th of March!

CuteCircuit has launched a secret showroom on the smallest island in the beautiful heart of Paris.

Curious? Headed to Paris?
Send us an email to confirm your place. And we will send you all the details. Space is limited.

You’ll get a sneek-peek at the latest in wearable technology from our Autumn/Winter 2011/12 collection, champagne and gold-coated pop-rock eclairs!

À bientôt!

The K-Dress from CuteCiruit Glows!

For a limited time you can find an exclusive and amazing range of CuteCircuit fashions at Selfridges.

In the Womenswear Department on the second floor you will find the fabulous K-Dress. The K-Dress, which made it’s debut earlier this year in Paris for Fashion Week, is made entirely in the UK of 100% luscious silk chiffon and silk taffeta. And it features hundreds of LED lights embedded in the fabric that glow and sparkle in whatever colour or pattern you choose!

And… In the Men’s Denim and Streetwear Department you will find an exclusive range of the fantastic Twirkle Shirts! The Twirkle shirt is a magical shirt that glows in reaction to your movements.

Press release from Selfridges can be found here:

Chrismas Fashion 2010: Time to Play!

Update:

Grazia Loves the K-Dress at Selfridges!

Preparing for the show!

The K-Dress was shown publicly for the fist time today during Paris Fashion week!

The K-dress, bearing a genetic similarity with the dress CuteCircuit created for Katy Perry  earlier this year, was unveiled during a special catwalk event at the Cité de la mode et du design. The K-Dress is made entirely in the UK of 100% luscious silk chiffon and silk taffeta. And it features hundreds of LED lights embedded in the fabric that glow and sparkle in whatever colour or pattern you choose!

K-Dress on model at show venue in Paris.

The K-Dress will initially be for sale exclusively at Selfridges in the UK, and thereafter will be available worldwide through various retailers and the CuteCircuit online store!

Stay tuned…

Listen to Marketplace on National Public Radio today to hear an interview with CuteCircuit Designers Francesca Rosella and Ryan Genz.

The interview feature, titled “Fashion may be going high-tech”, covers a wide range of subjects including the place of innovation in the fashion market, the emerging field of Wearable Technology and where this might lead the fashion industry in the future, and some discussion of CuteCircuits own unique designs and products.

Listen live on Marketplace today nationwide (in the USA). Check local listings for times.

Or you can listen online at the following links:

Download the entire podcast here (MP3).

Marketplace’s Website.

Make an amazing video or photos of yourself wearing a Twirkle T-Shirt (or Twirkle dress or Twirkle mini-dress) and submit it before the 5th of November. The best photo or video will win a CuteStore Gift Card and be showcased on the CuteCircuit website!

Imagine what sparkling videos and photos you can take with light up Twirkle clothing!

Submit your photos or videos to the following e-mail address with “Twirkle Competition” in the subject line:

cute@cutecircuit.com

The body of the e-mail must contain the following information:

1. Your name
2. Age
3. Title of the submission and location

Attach your file and you are all set!

Deadline: November 5th 2010.

Good luck! May the cutest win!

Guidelines:
1. This competition is open to all the residents of planet Earth.
2. You must be 18 years of age or older in order to be able to participate.
3. The video or images submitted cannot exceed 5Mb in size, video format .mov, image format .jpg
4. You can submit mutliple entries.
5. Only one prize can be given per household, no cash alternative.
6. The winner will receive a £100 GiftCard to redeem on the CuteStore, valid for one year.
7. By submitting your media you confirm that all the images or videos are created by you and that you own the copyright.
8. We’d love to be able to tell people who has won and may ask for you to let us use your name in our website, but would only do so with your consent.
9. By entering your wonderful photos and videos, you give permission to CuteCircuit to publish them on the website in perpetuity and use them in the future for promotional purposes in connection with this competition. We will give full credit to the author.
10. Be creative! Have fun! Rock it!

Hello everybody! The CuteStore is finally live!

Visit the store now: http://www.cutecircuit.com/cutestore/

Let us know how you like it!

If you are one of our subscribers you are going to receive a little surprise via e-mail in the next 24 hours!

CuteCircuit at The Queen’s Birthday Party in Rome!

The Queen’s Birthday Party took place at Villa Wolkonsky, the residence of British Ambassador Edward Chaplin, on June 9th 2010. Rome was hot and sunny!

The Queen’s Birthday Party is a traditional diplomatic event equivalent to a national day for the UK. This year’s event presented an exhibition focussed on the themes of innovation and sustainability in fashion to highlight Britain’s important contribution in this sector. CuteCircuit Creative Director Francesca Rosella was the kick off testimonial for the campaign See Britain through my eyes and she was interviewed on live radio by Filippo Solibello the host of Caterpillar, the most popular radio show in Italy. The evening also featured amazing music from Paloma Faith.

CuteCircuit catwalk show at Made in Future Event at the House of Lords.

The House of Lords was the backdrop for a catwalk show featuring the best of British fashion innovations, from smart materials for raincoats to CuteCircuit’s very own luminous collection of Twirkle tees. The show kicked off with opening remarks by Lord Simon Haskel. The event showcased UK excellence and talent in smart textiles and wearables and has been organised by the Materials KTN in conjunction with the British Embassy in Milan. The reception was attended by members of the Milan fashion community and press as well as a number of Members of Parliament.

CuteCircuit at La Rinascente in Rome !

If you are in Rome this summer here is your chance to check out some of CuteCircuit’s exclusive summer fashions at La Rinascente. Walking distance from fashionable Via Veneto of La Dolce Vita fame and the beautiful park of Villa Borghese, La Rinascente is located in Piazza Fiume. In the picture: the Eye Twirkle Shirt, the Disc Twirkle mini-dress, the Armour Purple dress and the Disc leggings. Let us know how you like them!