Style and Identity on the Autism Spectrum

The clothes we wear are part of our identity. They are influenced by where we grew-up, who our friends and influences were and what music we listen to.  But what if you've never really been sure of your identity because you've never known who your 'self' is or where you belong? Buying clothes is seen by some as materialistic and frivolous and if you've always felt that way, can you change and start to embrace fashion, identity and looking nice?  These are some of the fascinating questions covered in this episode with my guest Sara-Louise Ackrill, a Social Impact Entrepreneur and Therapist. Sara was diagnosed with Autism at the quite late age of 38. It was then though that everything began to fall into place and she began a journey of exploring her own style and identity. Giving herself permission at last to embrace fashion and explore herself through her style. If you are on the spectrum or physically disabled then there is a lot of valuable info in this episode. Sara-Louise is now involved in creating specialist clothing for autistic people and she talks about the inclusive fashion movement that is now picking up a pace.  #styleforautism #logicalstyle #inclusivefashion #adaptivefashion #autism  Inclusive Fashion - also known as Adaptive Fashion: Nike and Tommy Hilfiger Kintsugi (Manchester based small label) E3Koncept - the clothing line for autistic people is currently in the design phase.  Find Sara-Louise Ackrill here https://www.wireddifferently.co.uk