Machine learning: fashion's next revolution

Algorithms are hidden heroes of the modern world. Whether they are making sure you see your best friend's social posts, recommending you new music or suggesting your next favourite film, they have become central to our lives. However, we have only seen the start of algorithms' impact. There will be no sector left untouched by this oncoming revolution and the fashion industry is no exception. The technology is already making waves, playing a vital role in recommendation engines, which display items of clothing based on the user's browsing history.