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ASOS is getting lots of praise for this snazzy, inclusive jumpsuit

Fashion … But make it inclusive.

Jul 5th 2018, 8:57 AM 8,895 Views 0 Comments

ONLINE FASHION RETAILERS are finally starting to address the issue of inclusivity.

We’ve starting to see more plus-size models, more models with stretch marks and cellulite and more diversity among castings for campaigns. However, there’s still a long way to go – particularly when it comes to those who are less able-bodied.

Chloe Ball-Hopkins, a BBC reporter, para-athlete and a wheelchair user, shared that she’s been working with ASOS to help make fashion accessible.

The result? This super snazzy waterproof jumpsuit.

DhQHhbKWkAAuuRL Source: ASOS

Source: ASOS

Gorgeous!

Chloe tweeted: So over the last several months I have been working with ASOS to create a fashionable, yet practical waterproof all in one! Not just for people like me in a chair but for anyone.

It’s about making fashion accessible! So what should be next?!”

DhQke7zWkAAHSnI Source: ASOS

So far, people are LOVING it.

Diversity without tokenism. Always using POCs, plus sized models, models with disabilities etc. Well done @ASOS! pic.twitter.com/Cz5pXxHmDz
— ghostface rozilla (@rorerorerore) July 4, 2018

Source: Rore Erica Okoh ✨👩🏾‍💻/Twitter

@ASOS leading the way! This is honestly the first time I have ever seen a disabled model in a ‘normal’ set up, rather than a special one off to gain attention. So happy my ASOS addiction is fuelling a forward thinking, caring business 🙌🏻 #equality #DisabilityRights pic.twitter.com/4bgTWzPrrV
— Gracey (@GraceyRx) July 4, 2018

Source: Gracey/Twitter

I am getting emotional reading this.Cause I use to work in healthcare and I know how difficult it was for patients who wore clothes that weren't designed for their disability.
— Natasha Flavia Betts (@Natashathewritr) July 4, 2018

Source: Natasha Flavia Betts/Twitter

Our very own Sinead Burke retweeted the news on to her timeline. When it has her approval, you know it’s good.

More of this please!

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ASOS is getting lots of praise for this snazzy, inclusive jumpsuit

Fashion … But make it inclusive.