Top 12 Adaptive Clothing Lines for Kids

Stay ahead of the fashion wave and shop for adaptive clothing lines for kids. With on-trend adaptive clothing to choose from this back-to-school season, your child with intellectual or developmental disabilities will have plenty of fashionable options. Whether it’s tagless tee’s or t-shirts with braille on them, here are the brands you need to know when you’re looking for adaptive clothing for children. Keep reading!

Lander

Find kid-approved adaptive comfort garments at Lander.  The clothes are soft, breathable and double-knit cotton, perfect for those who hold comfort at the utmost regard. Kids can wear the clothes four different ways: inside out, outside in, and with front/back sides swapped. 

Good Day Labs

The Good Day Lab has created comfy cotton t-shirts with a clean shield technology to repel liquids (and stains). They are 100%, extra soft cotton and they a variety of different colors. They’re perfect for kids with sensory processing differences as well as those with high anxiety that may be triggered by staining. 

JCPenney Thereabouts

JCPenney offers a wide array of adaptive clothing for kids. From clothing for everyone from 2T-22 size - JCPenney has something for every shape, size, style and ability. Sizes range from 2T-22, the clothing is gender-neutral, has adaptive features like sensory-friendly seaming, hook and loop closures, hidden abdominal openings and no tags.

Sensory Smart Clothing Co. 

Sensory Smart Clothing Co. creates adaptive clothing for both sensory sensitive children. Co-owner and mom, Alison, starting designing sensory-sensitive clothing for her own child and expanded the line from there. Alison creates clothing with super soft fabric, outside seams and a muted color palette. You’ll find everything from graphic tees to soft pants on their website. 

Kohl's

Among Kohl's adaptive clothing line for kids has, among other options: longer lengths, abdominal access, flat seams and two-way zippers. There is no aesthetic distinction between the line and the rest of Kohl's.

Billy Footwear

Billy Footwear is an ultra-functional, but still fashionable line of adaptive footwear. With simple zippers that go from the toe to the top of the shoe, it's easy for the wearer to simply slip their feet in. This bypasses the kind of resistance that can sometimes prove impossible for those who find it hard to grip, push, stand and maneuver. They come in loads of great patterns and fun colors.

Lands' End

Lands’ End is one adaptive clothing line that focuses on quality and function, which translates to design simplicity that both parent and child can appreciate. From their magnetic school uniforms to including opening for leg braces, Lands’ End has committed to making dressing more stress-free.

Patti + Ricky

Patti + Ricky have curated adaptive clothing lines to accommodate all abilities and needs. From magnetic shirts to chewable jewelry, this one-stop shop covers a lot of bases. Recently they've released customizable Braille shirts by Braille'iant.

Cat & Jack Adaptive Clothing

Target has launched a new adaptive line that includes wheelchair-friendly clothing and items with individuals with special needs in mind. The Cat & Jack Adaptive line, as they name it, have products to suit those who have a wheelchair to those with sensory sensitivity. The cost of items tops out at around $15 dollar per piece.

Tommy Hilfiger

Tommy Hilfiger manufactures adaptive clothing that includes seated wear for wheelchair propulsion, clothes that fit prosthetics, and easy closures. Their adaptive line was made in 2016 to accommodate the needs of kids who immobility impairments.

The adaptive kids collection looks the same as the collections for adults. This makes a statement in inclusivity by offering the same clothing, just more adaptive. 

Kozie

The Kozie product line includes compression clothing, weighted vests, and special swimwear. Supple, long, short, and double-layered tees and pants are among the items offered. Furthermore, the removable tags, elastic bands, and multi-purpose pockets make this line extra helpful.

EZ Sox

If your child has mobility or motor skill disabilities, putting on socks may not be easy. But the reinforced loops on EZ Socks make it easier for kids to put on their socks by themselves, which helps them gain independence and confidence.

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