In our regular item the ‘D’ List we let you know of new things from the world of disability from design to fashion to news that makes a difference or makes us laugh. This time we’ve reviewed and trialled some stylish wheelchair gloves, we’ve found a useful resource that sounds like a periodical from Not…
Update Oct 2016: We received this from a BBS reader regarding Shoes of Prey…. “I ordered a pair of ballet flats in a wide fitting from here (Shoes of Prey). My feet are horrible! Swollen and wide. The shoes did fit but I was disappointed with the quality. They are so stiff they are v…
When it comes to problem solving, comfort and style, I’ve found Uniqlo to be one of the best high street brands around for a range of disabilities, plus their clever brand collaborations ensure an added touch of luxury at reasonable pricing. With this in mind I was keen to take a look at their 2nd…
Last week we looked at accessible and stylish fashion from the High Street for girls and as promised here are some key pieces for the ‘Gents’ in 2016: First we have to mention the catwalk from Topman A/W16(video below). They’ve made the latest trends ‘accidentally accessible’ (a new style genre, for men with disabilities). Baggy…
The new season trends are popping up all over the high street and online, so we’ve picked a few ‘on trend’ pieces with a focus on style and comfort that are suitable for seated people. Guaranteed to keep you looking good as you head out using our app to find accessible places!! First off is a pair…
Update Jan 2016: The Quokka bag can now be bought from EPC see this link. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. When I looked for a stylish bag for my wheelchair I was met with black or neon, nylon back packs – not the designer adornment I was used to. Out of necessity I went for cross body bags but…
We produced this list of gift ideas last year and it’s still applicable as little extra has come onto the market. However, here are a few stylish additions that we thought you should know about………especially as they’re unisex. You can also find our gift ideas for disabled children here. First in our 2015 list is…
5 Things You Can Learn from This Disabled Man’s Essay on Style Style is crucial to wheelchair-bound writer Alex Taylor. Here’s why it should be to you, too. BY ANDREW D. LUECKE Alex Taylor’s recent essay in The Telegraph details his battle to stay stylish while living in a wheelchair. Though he mentions a number…
As this is holiday season I thought we should research carry bags for wheelchairs. Now I have my lovely leather BackBackPack (designed by Brunel in our ‘Style my Chair Competition’, contact us to buy one), I hoped we’d be able to get a similar case for my chair ??. Unfortunately none are in leather as they’re all made…