Embracing Fashion and Function: Scandinavian Adaptive Clothing for People with Disabilities and Special Needs

Fashion is a form of self-expression, allowing individuals to showcase their unique style and personality. However, for people with disabilities and special needs, finding clothing that is both fashionable and functional can be a challenge.

Thankfully, there are still brands that push forward with innovative solutions and our partner VALE Designs is a great example of this: they offer beautiful and stylish adaptive clothing options for children with physical disabilities using wheelchairs, prioritizing quality and functional designs in sustainable materials.

Gone are the days when adaptive clothing was synonymous of plain, utilitarian and uninspired designs. Today, VALE Designs is leading the charge in creating clothing that not only looks good but also meets the diverse needs of their customers.

VALE Designs is a Danish adaptive clothing brand that offers a wide range of adaptive Underwear, Tops and Bottoms and is constantly adding new products to its line-up. Its current (and first) collection has been designed specifically for Children between the ages of 3 and 12, and the first adaptive styles for Adults & Seniors are coming soon and should be available from April 2024.

You can get 25% off your entire order on VALE’s website by using the following code at checkout: REHADESIGN25 Or by simply clicking here and the discount will be automatically applied at your checkout.

VALE caters for two main target-groups:

Users: individuals with physical disabilities or reduced mobility

They give users equal opportunities to dress stylishly and fashionably despite their special needs, while minimizing the need to be touched and handled. This increases their sense of well-being and enhances their social skills and self-esteem.

Caregivers: family members, healthcare and nursing staff 

These clothing styles are made to simplify their daily activities in dressing and undressing situations, while speeding up the process and reducing the need for heavy lifting. This increases caregivers' productivity, improves the overall working environment, and reduces the number of physical work injuries.

 

 VALE aims to improve the everyday life experience of all people with special needs by focusing on functionality without compromising quality and comfort.

With integrated adaptive features such as easy-to-open fastenings and especially placed snap buttons, tops-styles without back for being dressed from the front by wheelchair users, underwear with optional probe openings to receive nutrition, fluids and medicine directly into the stomach, zippers on the arms and legs to facilitate the dressing process and prevent the person to have to disrobe entirely in case of medical examination or blood testing, … VALE’s collections are designed with the user’s comfort and convenience in mind.

VALE also offers features like bottoms-styles with raised waistlines at the back for wheelchair users, adjustable elasticized waistbands, baggy fit for accommodating diapers, seamless construction and tagless labels to minimize irritation and discomfort of the skin, all to enhance the overall wearing experience of individuals with reduced mobility or sensory sensitivities.

Fashionable and Sustainable Designs

Adaptive clothing is not just about functionality – it's also about a fun and stylish look.

With that in mind, VALE offers a wide range of styles with trendy prints and vibrant colors to contemporary silhouettes and flattering cuts, celebrating diversity and individuality.

Moreover, VALE uses only eco-friendly materials and ethical manufacturing practices to reduce their environmental footprint. VALE’s collections are GOTS and OEKO-TEX Std 100 certified, meaning that all the styles are made with organic cotton and recycled fabrics to water-saving production processes, reflecting the commitment to social and environmental responsibility.

Empowering Self-Expression

Above all, adaptive clothing empowers individuals to express themselves authentically and confidently. By offering clothing options that cater to diverse body types, abilities, and personal preferences, adaptive fashion promotes inclusivity and celebrates the beauty of diversity.

Whether it's a stylish adaptive dress for a special occasion or comfortable adaptive activewear for everyday wear, adaptive clothing allows individuals to navigate the world with dignity, comfort, and style.

As the demand for inclusive and accessible fashion continues to grow, the future of adaptive clothing looks brighter than ever. Please check VALE Designs at www.vale-designs.com and follow them @valedesignsdk (Facebook, Instagram, Youtube and LinkedIn).

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