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About the solution
After participating in Ms. Wheelchair Kentucky 2012, McKenzie realized she was not the only woman experiencing difficulty finding fashionable yet adaptable clothing that fits a seated body.
That's when she teamed up with designer Kristin Alexandra Tidwell to create a comfortable, functional pair of jeans suitable for people in wheelchairs.
"When it comes to fashion for people with disabilities, the designs typically center on functionality, and are mostly targeted toward the “elderly,” McKenzie said.
And while it’s true that people who use wheelchairs often need some special considerations when it comes to what they wear, that accessibility shouldn’t preclude style".
The jeans retail at $80 each and are designed for both men and women. They are made with Spandex and include large side pockets for easy access, a high-waisted back, a tummy control panel and a catheter opening.
The jeans are modeled after standard pairs, but have easily accessible pockets on the thighs and a tummy control panel, because “it's impossible to suck in your gut,” McKenzie explained.
There’s an invisible catheter opening and a high-back rise to keep away any pesky “plumber’s crack.”
McKenzie, through Alter Ur Ego, plans to expand and create a sustainable clothing line of items ranging from blouses, dresses and jackets, to give people more independence.
"I hope that it gives them confidence and breaks down social barriers”, the inventor conclued.
More info: http://alterurego.co/
Adapted from: http://mashable.com/2015/08/19/jeans-wheelchair/
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