Joe Hynek was the only male in an experimental garment design class, and not surprisingly he passed up the opportunity to design dresses. Instead he created a purse for women “interested in projecting power,” according to Rachel Aviv in the New York Times.

Hynek’s purse projects power all right, enough to recharge a variety of electronic devices. It’s covered with solar panelettes which absorb the sun’s energy and charge a battery which in turn recharges a cell phone, music player or camera. (Battery included).

How does the purse function on a cloudy day? Hynek thought of that. You put your keys, wallet and tissues in it.

He’s developing other solar-powered articles of clothing like ties. The article doesn’t mention hats or parasols but let’s see if the Power Purse carries the $350 price he contemplates charging for it.

RC