BRICS Solution Awards

Taobao Virtual Try-on

Problem and implemented solution

The Taobao Virtual Try-On service is designed to address the uncertainty of how clothes will look when purchased online. Utilizing a Stable Diffusion model-based image generation algorithm, it allows users to virtually try on clothing by setting up AI models or uploading their own photos. In addition to the main functionality of virtual try-ons through images, the project also supports: Managing an Online Closet: Users can automatically import products from within the platform and take photos to add items not available on Taobao, creating a personalized online wardrobe. Sustainability and Efficiency: Social Benefits: It aims to reduce return rates and minimize waste, enhancing the shopping experience while promoting environmental protection and sustainable development. Economic Benefits: The service expands the range of intelligent services offered by Taobao, improving both the accuracy of virtual try-ons and recommendation efficiency, which in turn increases sales conversion rates. Application Effectiveness: By optimizing the clothing purchase experience on the platform, it is expected to increase user engagement and satisfaction. This innovative feature not only enhances the user experience but also contributes positively to the environment and drives economic growth for both the platform and its merchants.

China
Nomination

Artificial Intelligence And Digital Services

Topic

Artificial intelligence

Estimated duration of implementation

1.5 years

Implementation geography

the People's Republic of China

Description of competitive advantages

The Taobao Virtual Fitting Room project, through its virtual fitting system and intelligent algorithms, has had a positive impact on social benefits, economic benefits, and expected application effects. Here is the specific analysis: (I) Application Effects Reduced Return Rates: Consumers can see the actual wearing effect of clothing before purchasing, significantly reducing return rates due to size mismatches or unmet expectations. Lowered Logistics Costs: As return rates decrease, corresponding logistics costs are also reduced, providing significant cost savings for e-commerce platforms and merchants. Enhanced User Experience: Consumers enjoy an experience close to that of a physical fitting room from the comfort of their homes, increasing convenience and comfort, and enhancing user retention. Reliable Virtual Try-Ons: The virtual fitting technology provides more realistic try-on simulations, helping consumers make more accurate purchasing decisions. Increased Customer Satisfaction: By offering high-quality services and a good shopping experience, customer satisfaction and loyalty can be increased. Highly Engaged Users: Records show that a single active user tried on 902 pieces of clothing in one day, indicating a high level of user acceptance and interest in this technology. (II) Economic Benefits Personalized and Interactive Experiences: The implementation of virtual fitting technology allows the platform to provide more personalized shopping experiences, attracting and retaining customers. Expansion of Technical Capabilities: This research and development achievement demonstrates the company's technical strength in artificial intelligence and opens up new business areas and services. Increased Sales Conversion Rates: Combined with AI recommendation systems, products can be recommended more accurately to users, thus improving sales conversion rates. Additional Sales Opportunities: Merchants can utilize these technological means to showcase their products and attract more potential customers. (III) Social Benefits Innovation in Technology: The application of deep learning and real-time generation technologies in the development of this product provides cutting-edge support for online retail, driving the advancement of AI technology in the e-commerce sector. Enhanced Resource Utilization: The widespread adoption of this product greatly improves the utilization of social resources, serving as a representative of new productive forces. Sustainability and Efficiency: By promoting sustainable consumption patterns and efficient resource allocation, the product contributes positively to the broader society.

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