Disability Fashion & Beauty Tips

Want to know what the disability community says about clothing hacks, beauty and style? We've compiled all of the great (and quick!) tips our ladies felt work for them. Maybe you'll agree! If you have a fashion/style tip of your own, tweet us @ability2thrive or use the hashtag #disabilitybeauty on Facebook, Twitter, or Tumblr.

The BreakDown

General Beauty

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Thrive Ladies #DisabilityBeauty Google Hangout

scarves and v-necks can help give the illusion of a longer neck

Shoes

flats

 

Erin @geekygimp

Poncho layering, ballet shoes as comfortable options that are thankfully also in style

Xian @XianForBeauty83

use a lot of shoe polish, buy shoes with quality rubber soles, and mary jane shoes that wont slip off

Thrive Ladies #DisabilityBeauty Google Hangout

buy shoes with extra toe room if you drag your feet

Emerald @SweetTartBeauty

You have to worry about what shoes you wear for those with muscle disorders. Flats are my best friend.

Dresses/Skirts

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Xian @XianForBeauty83

maxi dresses often work for [skirts that often times ride up in a wheelchair]

Emerald @SweetTartBeauty

I usually only wear knee length dresses to avoid the fabric getting caught in the wheels.

Everyday Wear

everydaywear

CP Shoes @CP_Shoes

Try ballet tights with removable feet

Cat Smith @cat_sierra

long tops which don't ride up, but low waisted jeans which don't dig into my stomach, jeggings! (for wheelchair users)

Jessa @spooniefeminist

honestly leggings have become my best friends; they work well w/my braces, they're not too restrictive, & they're comfy

Accessories

accessories

Emily #DisabilityBeauty Q&A

A beautiful scarf or jewelry transforms outfits.

Fashionability @InclusiveStyle

Emily likes a structured handbag with removable handle for greater versatility.

Jo @PurlBeadsJo

Silver finger splints from #RingSplintsByZomile They look fab! pic.twitter.com/zEUCEgGQ9L

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