13 Inclusive Fashion Brands Fulfilling the "Desire to Wear" for People with Disabilities

For people with disabilities, the act of "choosing clothes to wear" is not just a pleasure. Fashion is usually an important means of self-expression, but due to reasons such as difficulty in moving the body, many people have given up on wearing the clothes they want. In this article, we introduce apparel brands that offer "inclusive wear" that is easy to wear even for those with disabilities.

1.The "Three Barriers" of Fashion for People with Disabilities

1-1.Functional Barriers

The "functional barrier" in fashion for people with disabilities refers to the physical difficulty in putting on and taking off clothes, such as weak hand strength making it hard to button up, or limited limb movement making it difficult to put arms through sleeves. For those who are bedridden or use a wheelchair, spending a lot of time sitting or lying down, the seams of clothing can potentially cause "bedsores".

1-2. Design Barriers

The "design barrier" refers to aspects like the appearance of clothes. Clothes previously sold as "care" or "disability" wear have often prioritized functionality over style, lacking the fashion appeal that makes people want to wear them. People with disabilities had to decide based on "can I wear it?" rather than "do I want to wear it?"

1-3. Psychological Barriers

The time it takes to change clothes and the desire not to inconvenience caregivers often lead people to choose clothes that are easy for caregivers to put on, resulting in a loss of interest in fashion.

To break down these three barriers, the concept of inclusive fashion, where "everyone can enjoy" regardless of disability, age, or body type, was born.

2.[Latest] 13 Recommended Inclusive Fashion Brands

2-1.SOLIT!

SOLIT! is an all-inclusive apparel brand that advocates "leaving no one behind, neither diverse people nor the global environment." Known for its clothing that balances functionality and design, it has received high praise, including winning global design awards.

2-2. Belle Maison × Kiyask

Belle Maison × Kiyask is an inclusive series resulting from a collaboration between the major mail-order company Belle Maison and the alteration service Kiyask. It features popular ready-to-wear clothes with snap buttons and zippers, making them easier to wear for those with illnesses or disabilities, and they are available at affordable prices.