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I’ve been reading Michio Kaku’s fascinating book, Physics of the Future, and marveling at his predictions for how science will shape our daily lives by the year 2100.

And while the book covers the areas of medicine, computers, nanotechnology, artificial intelligence, energy production and astronautics, the scientist doesn’t bother to offer any thoughts on the future of fashion.

So I’m gonna do a little predicting of my own.

For instance, Michio Kaku describes super-thin and flexible wall screens that will be as inexpensive as wallpaper and will allow you to redecorate and change their patterns with the push of a button.

And I say, if this is possible, then I’d like to see a similar-type fabric with embedded computer chips that will allow us to change the print of our dress or coat on a whim. I predict in the future we’ll be able to buy these special dresses or coats and then download seasonal prints from our favorite designers just as easily as we download music from iTunes.

And how cool would it be to download a simple, conservative print on a sheath dress for the office and then just push a button to switch it into a sparkling brocade for evening?

Michio Kaku also describes haptic technology which is already being used in the military. It allows you to feel the presence of computer-generated objects and simulates the sensation of texture.

So I predict that soon we might actually be able to “feel” the silk or the velvet or the cashmere of the items we’re browsing online so we’re not disappointed when our purchase arrives on our doorstep.

Pretty cool, right?

Every time my sister and I talk on Facetime, I’m reminded that the crazy lives the Jetson’s lived in their futuristic cartoon world are quickly becoming reality here in my world.

Perhaps that’s why, even though I’ve been melting in the 113-degree afternoon heat here in Tempe this week, I’m still drawn to today’s VPOD.

The silver brocade on this fabulous vintage 1960s winter coat gives it a mod futuristic vibe but its classic styling is solidly old-fashioned.

And that creates the perfect combination for a future-focused Vintage Crusader!

Available at The Kaliman. | Discovered at TheFind.com.

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As you try to lead a greener life, do you ever wonder if turning off the water when you brush your teeth really makes a difference? Or if carrying a reusable grocery bag in your car can really save the planet?

It’s easy to lose sight of the big picture but I assure you that all of your little baby steps can add up to a very large footprint that does a whole lot o’ good.

For instance, take all those teeny tiny bubbles in a bottle of champagne. Billions of them are shipped around the globe each year and I was recently delighted to learn that champagne will be getting a whole lot greener. By creating a new standardized bottle that weighs a mere 2.3 ounces less, the industry will be reducing their carbon emissions by 8,000 metric tons annually. That’s the equivalent of taking about 4,000 small cars off the road!

The new eco-friendly bottles also produce 7% less carbon emissions during production and require fewer shipments since they can now squeeze an extra 2,400 bottles on each truck. Who knew 2 measly ounces would pack such a punch!

Unfortunately, since champagnes are aged at least 18 months, any official celebration will have to wait until 2012 when the new eco-friendly bottles make their appearance. In the meantime, why not celebrate with a champagne-colored beauty like today’s VPOD?

This vintage 1960s cashmere sweater is oh-so-pretty with its lace appliques and detachable mink collar. Plus it will set you back a whole lot less than a vintage bottle of Dom Perignon.

That makes it a find worth celebrating for a vintage fashionista!

Available at Twin Hearts Vintage.

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