Adaptive Clothing Brands Compilation

Adaptive clothing is essential for both people with disabilities and those without. Despite the feature of these clothes being designed primarily for people with motor impediments, abled people can also wear them as a form of extra comfort. Raising awareness on the existence of these garments is important to improve inclusivity across the fashion industry.

OVERALL BRANDS/STORES:

Tommy Adaptive | Tommy Hilfiger ($$$- but check out their sales section!)

• An extension of the brand Tommy Hilfiger, Tommy Adaptive focuses on making clothes that suit everyone. These are mostly useful for everyday wear. 

No Limbits ($$)

• A brand that focuses on adaptive clothing for everyone, including people in a wheelchair and those with prosthetics. No Limbits is a great, inclusive brand that has selections ranging from casual wear to formal wear.

Adaptive Clothing Showroom ($)

• Adaptive Clothing Showroom is a well-priced and high-quality brand that has enough items for all of your needs. The website also has advice and tips that make it easier to dress yourself, even with less mobility, making it both a great resource and an excellent store.

• The website also includes a blog, where they give guidance to people with disabilities, covering everything from clothing to job/internship opportunities. 
  

BOTTOMS I RECOMMEND:

• Men's Side Zip-up Pants ($$$ but look at their promotions!)

  • Pants that zip-up along the side, making it easier to put on and off. Useful for people dressing themselves or for those that get help. 

• Women's Adaptive Pants ($$$)

  • Similar to the ones above, these zip-up along the side and the outside.

• Women's Unlimbited Pants ($$)

  • These are similar to the other women’s pants, but they have a jean appearance, and are made of cotton. Especially useful for people with prosthetics or those using braces/crutches. 

• Men's Wheelchair Adaptive Pants ($$)

  • Pants made specifically for sitting all day. They don’t have back pockets to avoid uncomfortable seams, and instead have zip-up cargo pockets on the sides. They have a design built to allow for more comfort while sitting, with the pants being more low rise in the front and higher in the back.

• Unisex Full-Length Shorts ($$)

  • Knee-Length shorts that can work for any gender. With zippers on both sides and a fully elastic waistband, these shorts are perfect for anyone with prosthetics, crutches, and braces. 
    

TOPS I RECOMMEND: 

• Men's Magnetic Button Shirt ($$$)

  • A button-down shirt that has hidden magnets where the buttons are, making it easier to wear with less mobility. 

• Women's Embroidered Top ($)

  • A casual top that has magnets at the shoulder seams, allowing you to take it on and off without having to pull the shirt over your head. It is perfect for more casual occasions.

• Men's T-Shirt ($)

  • A t-shirt that has velcro along the shoulders and extra room throughout. It also has no tags to avoid discomfort.

• Women's Sweatshirt ($)

  • A comfortable cotton and fleece sweatshirt. It has clasps attached down the back of the shirt to make it easier to maneuver over your arms and not have to pull over your arms.
    

OTHERS:

• Gripping Socks ($$$)

  • Socks with rubber bottoms that will help you grip the floor when walking, avoiding accidental falls.

• Women's Bra

  • A wire free bra-camisole that allows for strong support while also avoiding uncomfortable underwire that can dig into skin.

• Men's Brief

  • A mens brief that has velcro along the sides to allow for easier removal. Best for people in the process of recovering from a surgery.