Fashion




WOMAN TO WOMAN: Let Every Day be a Good Hair Day

Thursday, December 14th, 2006

By Wendy Crawford and Cheryl Price

When you are sitting most of the time, there are some important points to remember for beautiful hair. Take the time to really think about what would work best for you. Decide on a great overall look, remember to be practical and resourceful, and the result will be a more […]

Up from the Depths

Friday, August 4th, 2006

Tiffiny Carlson at work.

Tiffiny Carlson thought her life was over after a diving accident. In fact, it was just beginning.
By Lori A. Wood
“When life gives you lemons, you make lemonade.” It’s a phrase we all know, but few of us have lived it as admirably as Tiffiny Carlson. “I was a pretty active […]

Wheelchair Fashion Manifesto

Thursday, June 1st, 2006

The author has a philosophy, based on years of experience and careful thought, about how to look sharp while using a wheelchair.
By Tiffiny Carlson

When I was injured at the age of 14, I automatically assumed I’d be destined to wear patterned muumuus and slippers in public, condemned to look frumpy before my time. […]

Staying Warm While Staying Chic

Tuesday, January 24th, 2006

By Wendy Crawford
Staying warm in the winter isn’t easy for anyone. When you are in a wheelchair, staying warm in the winter can be next to impossible! Don’t despair and hibernate, however, for the entire season. Below you will find ideas to keep you both toasty and extremely fashionable.

WOMAN TO WOMAN: Ten Tips for Dressing in a Wheelchair

Saturday, February 19th, 2005

by Leah Feldon

1) Watch the proportion of tops. Any tops that you wear out––which is ultimately more comfortable and easy to manage than tucking them in––should be shorter than you may think. Ideally, tops should hang gracefully and end just at your lap. If they’re too much longer than that, they’ll just bunch up, […]

Make-up Tips from a Former Model

Saturday, October 30th, 2004

I used to be a professional model and now have a C5/6 spinal cord injury. As you can imagine, I am fairly particular about my make-up. It’s not that I expect to look as though I’m ready for the runway or a fashion shoot, but I do want to […]

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