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'I made my cochlear implant a fashion accessory'
"I don't think disability should be hidden. It's notabout the style - it's about purpose and amplifying hidden voices." Gargi Agrawalla, who was born profoundly deaf, wants toempower other deaf young people after winning an international competition todesign jewellery for use with cochlear implants and hearing aids. It is…
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Dragon Dens star gets help with her accessible make up company.
Her range includes anti-roll packaging, sensory-friendly formulas and audio descriptions via QR codes. Let’s hope other companies look at launching accessible ranges.
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Adapting Clothes for those with Neurodiversity
An autistic entrepreneur has created her own business helping neurodivergent people find clothes for their sensory needs after she struggled to shop for and wear clothes herself.
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Primark Launches Affordable Adaptive Clothing Line
Primark Launches Affordable Adaptive Clothing Line Victoria Jenkins, the founder of Unhidden, has collaborated with Primark to create an incredible new adaptive clothing line! This 49-piece collection features stylish and affordable staples like trench coats, jeans, and tees, all designed with the needs of people with…
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Tactile sessions aid sight impaired fashion fans
I saw this story on the news about how one fashion designer was making his show more inclusive for those with visual impairments. Some of the things he was doing like giving samples of the fabrics for those with VI to touch were so simple and easy too but made it so much more inclusive.
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Model with cerebral palsy champions adaptive clothes
Great to see Primark are using models with impairments for their new adapted clothing range. Elliot Caswell has cerebral palsy and, like many disabled people, struggles to find clothes that are easy to put on. Now he is one of the models for Primark's range of clothes adapted for adults with disabilities.
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An outdoor clothing brand is aiming to make nature more accessible for people with physical disabili
Berghaus Adapts, which is based at the company's headquarters in Sunderland, is initially offering free bespoke adaptations for a limited number of customers. The scheme was previously limited to alterations for professional equipment, providing things like 'armpit zips' for ventilation and waterproof bags for catheters.…
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'Fashion wasn't meeting my needs'
Fashion student who needs were not been met set up her own fashion brand in hope to influence the industry.
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Autism and hair cutting
It is particularly hard for parents of children with autistic to get them to a hairdresser. Then finding a hairdresser that can manage cutting hair with the number of challenges autistic can bring. This hairdresser has been sharing his tips and it has helped many.
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Paralympian Ellie Simmonds launches clothing range
Great to see more accessible clothing been made let’s hope it is affordable for all.
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M&S: Dress the Nation
In the UK ITV series Dress the Nation, one of the contestants Ryan was born with one arm and therefore learn to adapt clothes so they were accessible for him. In this article he talks about experience and how his disability has led to his career as a fashion designer.
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Anthropologie Introduces Adaptive Clothing Collection for People with Disabilities
Anthropologie Introduces Adaptive Clothing Collection for People with Disabilities Anthropologie launched its first adaptive clothing line, featuring eight modified designs of popular items. The collection, in collaboration with FFORA, includes magnetic closures, adjustable lengths, and seated wearability. Influencers with…
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Primark and adaptive clothing
I saw this article below about how Primark in the UK are looking a developing there adaptive clothing line later in the year. We’re thrilled to share that we’re partnering with award-winning adaptive designer and disability advocate,Victoria Jenkinsas part of the next stage in our journey to make Primark a more accessible…
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Stylish adaptive men's fashion
Stylish adaptive men's fashion Men's lifestyle and clothing brand Brooks Brothers has partnered with magnetic apparel MagnaReady to create the first adaptive shirt. The Brooks Brothers x MagnaReady shirt brings together Brooks Brothers' iconic button-down shirt with MagnaReady’s patented adaptive technology with magnetized…
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Moving mood accessibility fashion experts
Found this really interesting company but shame it is so experience as an indiviual to access information on how make accessible clothes. https://movingmood.com/en/
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one+other
In January 2023, CVS Pharmacy unveiled "one+other", a beauty and personal care brand. Recognizing a significant gap in representation for the disability community in the self-care aisle, CVS Pharmacy introduced the Universal Tools collection, prioritizing inclusive design. In a recent survey conducted by Gauge on behalf of…
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Embracing Accessibility through Fashion
Accessible Fashion People with disabilities constitute the largest minority group in the world, yet are the most under-served and under-represented. From brick-and-mortar stores without wheelchair access to limited options on E-commerce platforms, shopping for clothes and accessories can be particularly challenging for…
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Promoting Inclusive Beauty Brands for People with Disabilities
In today's society, the beauty industry plays a significant role in shaping societal standards of attractiveness. However, these standards often fail to recognize and cater to the diverse needs of individuals with disabilities. Inclusive beauty brands that prioritize accessibility and representation can contribute to…
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Embracing Accessibility through Fashion
Accessible Fashion People with disabilities constitute the largest minority group in the world, yet are the most under-served and under-represented. From brick-and-mortar stores without wheelchair access to limited options on E-commerce platforms, shopping for clothes and accessories can be particularly challenging for…
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Adaptive Beauty Tools
Hey, everyone! Do you know about the adaptive makeup brand Glide Beauty? The company's founder is a makeup artist who was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. They use universal design best practices to create products like eyeshadow, eyeliner, and eyebrow pencils that somebody with limited dexterity and strength can use.