Embracing adaptive fashion: A call to all designers

‘Fashion, Disability and Co-Design’ is a must for anyone interested in adaptive fashion. It explores the intricacies of designing for users with disabilities, proving that fashion can be both functional and stylish when co-designed with those it serves.

A Practical Guide and a Call to Action

More than a guide, Grace’s work is a compelling call for all designers and brands to embrace inclusivity. It’s a must-read for those committed to making the fashion industry accessible, sustainable, and empowering for everyone.

Inspiring Change through Human-Centered Design

Grace is an extraordinary designer and scholar, and has transformed the field by integrating human-centered design and co-design processes. Her approach has greatly benefited clients, students, and collaborators, making her insights invaluable.

Voices from the Community

In my current work focusing on helping people with disabilities and older customers find the fashion they need and want, I can attest to the importance of this human-centered, collaborative approach. It leads to creating fashionable yet functional clothing that meets real needs.

Leading the Way in Inclusive Fashion

The book is full of practical techniques to help designers create their own inclusive collections, with detailed examples from interviews with professionals. 14 illustrated case studies show how engagement with disability communities to co-design adaptive clothing and accessories can lead to functional, wearable solutions for people of all abilities without compromising style.

Grace excels in teaching designers about disability and fashion, and I look forward to this book becoming a must-read for all fashion designers.