Underwear | Lifecycle Testing
Industry
Intimate Apparel
Project Stage
Pilot Completed
Use Scenario
Repeated wash and daily wear under real consumer conditions
Case Type
Underwear | Lifecycle Testing
Summary
This project evaluated how Leafclock visually reflects accumulated usage and washing exposure in a core underwear product line.
Project Context
Underwear is among the most frequently washed and worn textile products. However, replacement guidance is often limited to general care instructions, leaving a gap between real usage and hygiene awareness.
This project focused on understanding whether a visual lifecycle indicator could support clearer replacement decisions without changing user behavior.
Testing Objective
The objective of this project was to evaluate:
- Whether Leafclock's color transition remains clearly visible under repeated washing
- How accumulated friction and aging affect visual clarity
- Whether the indicator aligns with expected underwear replacement cycles
Important: The project did not aim to measure bacteria levels or provide medical diagnostics.
Testing Setup and Conditions
Testing was conducted using real underwear products under typical consumer conditions, including:
- Regular washing cycles
- Normal daily wear and friction
- No special handling or protection
Color transition was observed across multiple stages of usage to assess consistency and readability.
Testing Process Video
Washing and usage demonstration
Observations and Findings
During testing, Leafclock demonstrated:
Stable Color Transition Progression
Consistent color change across usage stages without unexpected variations
Clear Visual Differentiation
Distinct visual differences between early and later lifecycle phases
Integration Compatibility
Compatible with existing label placement and garment structure
These observations supported further evaluation at pilot scale.
Implications for the Brand
From a brand perspective, the project suggested that a visual lifecycle indicator could:
Support Clearer Hygiene Communication
Provide users with a visual reference point for replacement timing
Reduce Reliance on Complex Care Instructions
Simplify replacement guidance through intuitive visual signals
Strengthen Responsibility Positioning
Enhance brand perception without changing product design
Related Resources
Next Steps
Following this evaluation, typical next steps may include:
Extended Pilot Production
Scaling up testing to larger production batches for broader validation
Calibration Adjustments for Specific Fabrics
Fine-tuning color transition timing based on fabric composition and usage patterns
Internal Review Before Scale-Up Decisions
Brand-side evaluation of commercial viability and integration strategy
Each project progresses based on brand requirements and timelines.
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