Adaptista, London (2026)

03/06/2023

📣 Important Announcement 📣

Dear friends and supporters,

We hope this message finds you in good health and high spirits! 💜 We wanted to update you on some exciting developments and share our future plans.

Firstly, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering support. Since 2019, we have been dedicated to empowering and celebrating the beauty of our disabled community through various initiatives, including consultancy, competitions, scholarships, and promoting small adaptive brands globally. Your love and encouragement have been the driving force behind our journey.

Now, for the thrilling news! We have been diligently working on our patent-pending designs, striving to create innovative, inclusive fashion that reflects our vision. Obtaining a patent is a very complex process that takes years, but fear not! We are almost there! 🎉 With each step in the design testing phase, we get closer to achieving our dream.

In addition to our patent progress, we are thrilled to announce our upcoming rebranding with a fresh new name. This new identity will better represent our mission and the incredible growth we've experienced. Stay tuned for the big reveal!

To focus entirely on perfecting our designs, navigating the patent process, and completing our rebrand, we will be taking a short social media break. We kindly ask for your patience and understanding during this period. Rest assured, it's a temporary pause, and we'll be back with more updates and inspo soon!

Looking ahead to 2024, we are excited about the projects we have planned. We have been passionately working on new collections, exploring new avenues to expand and researching the best way to help inclusive brands have more visibility. Your support has allowed us to keep pushing for a more inclusive retail industry.

Once again, thank you from the bottom of our hearts for being a part of our journey. Together, we are creating a more inclusive, beautiful world. We eagerly await the day we can share our progress and plans with you all!

Stay tuned and stay fabulous! 🌟

With love and gratitude,
Maria & Jon / Adaptista

01/06/2023

🎉 Scholarship Winner Announcement! 🎉

🌟 Congratulations to Grace Spitzer-Wong🌟

We are thrilled to announce the recipient of ADAPTISTA Scholarship in partnership with the to support a disabled student begin their career in the fashion industry!

After careful consideration, Grace Spitzer-Wong has been chosen as the lucky winner!

Grace has demonstrated a strong commitment and vision and their aspirations align with our mission of disability inclusion.

We want to express our deepest gratitude to all the phenomenal applicants who showcased their passion. The standard of entries was exceptionally high and every single person brought a new and different vision and talent.

Each runner up will receive a surprise gift and 5 hour introduction to sewing course with Juliet Uzor, winner of 2019 courtesy of and a two year subscription to

Special thanks go to our panel Rosalind Tulloch, Helen Hughes, Jon Abeyratne and Anusha Couttigane, our sponsors and White City Branch and all of our amazing supporters for their invaluable support in getting the word out, enabling us to provide this scholarship opportunity and advance our vision of a more inclusive fashion industry.

As well as the amazing scholarship with , Grace will also receive:

🏅 A hamper of art and dressmaking tools and 100 meters of calico fabric courtesy of ADAPTISTA
🏅 A 12-month membership of and courtesy of Adaptisa
🏅A 2-year subscription to including a regular feature
🏅A sewing machine courtesy of the fabulous team at White City Branch

Join us in congratulating Grace on this well-deserved achievement and wishing them continued success in their journey towards transforming the fashion industry!

26/05/2023

📷 Showcasing Exceptional Entrants of our Fashion Design Scholarship! 📷

We are honoured to showcase the remarkable talents of the participants of our Adaptista Scholarship competition in Partnership with the British Academy of Fashion Design.

This competition has been a profound exploration of creativity and skill, unveiling the next generation of fashion designers!

Adaptista and the British Academy of Fashion Design are committed to working towards a more inclusive and diverse fashion industry, and together, we want the industry to recognise the importance of disability representation.

The judging panel, consisting of representatives from Adaptista, , , and finished conducting interviews with every entrant last week, and we can confirm that each individual has demonstrated a unique and visionary approach towards the future of fashion.

The entrants not only showcased their creativity through their Mood Boards and writing, but also their commitment to breaking barriers and fostering inclusion.

Join us in celebrating these extraordinary fashion talents, as they pave the way for a future where adaptive fashion and disability representation are integral parts of the industry.

Stay tuned as we will be announcing the winner of our prestigious scholarship next week!

23/05/2023

🚨COMPETITION TIME!

🎧🤟 Join the movement!

Founded by Troi "DJ Chinaman" Lee, Deaf Rave was born from a visionary idea: to provide a platform where Deaf, hearing impaired, and disabled artists could showcase their love for music.

In 2003, Troi experienced discrimination when he and his friends were denied entry to a club because they were Deaf. This injustice fueled his determination to create the UK's first deaf rave, where exclusion has no place!

Deaf Rave brings entertainment to a diverse UK and global audience through music, sign, and captivating visual performances and the team aim to unite everyone through a shared passion for music while educating people about Deaf Culture.

Deaf Rave runs school and community events and workshops and unforgettable events incorporating state-of-the-art sensory vests and haptic flooring technology, allowing participants to immerse themselves fully in the music and feel its vibrations.

You can see them perform on 10th August for their 6 hour stage takeover at , as well as on 21st October when they celebrate their 20th anniversary at

Adaptista believes that everyone deserves equal access to creative expression. So to celebrate with Deaf Rave in their 20th anniversary year, we’re offering one lucky winner a free Level 1 & 2 British Sign Language (BSL) online certificate course!

Simply like this post and follow both and to be in with a chance of winning, and of course remember to tag anyone that you think might also like a chance to win! We will announce the lucky winner on Friday 26th!

Let’s dance together in harmony! 🎉🤟

13/05/2023

It’s Final Day so time to Don your sequins and feathers and get ready to dance the night away to some good, bad, and absolutely terrible songs!

We will be posting a round up of the crazy and beautiful costumes tomorrow, but if you want to follow the style, we will put a snap of each contestant and their fashion in our stories throughout the night as the competition takes place!

Come back at 8pm gmt for the style in our stories!

📸 Eurovision and performer Käärijä from Finland

Photo ID: a male singer stands in front of a blue advertising board. They wear a top which consists of two huge neon green puffy sleeves joined together at the neckline with a bare torso and matching neon green and black trousers with large neon green spikes on the thigh. They wear matching neon green and silver glasses and wear their dark hair in a short haircut.

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11/05/2023

🌟We love seeing the fashion industry making strides towards inclusivity, and and parent company have been leading the charge! 🌟

Earlier today, announced that for the first time, the magazine will be available as a braille print edition!

If you are blind or low vision, you can access a copy of the braille issue, or alternatively request an audio version of the magazine by emailing [email protected]

By promoting diversity and representation in fashion, Vogue and Conde Nast are helping to break down barriers and create a more inclusive industry for everyone. 🙌

We can't wait to see what they do next! 💫

Photo ID: a white desk witht two copies of the May 2023 issue of British Vogue. On the left is the white, spiral bound braille edition - the label reads “in two volumes: Volume One”. On the right is an issue of the same issue with a cover photo of actor and activist Selma Blair under the headline ‘Reframing Fashion: Dynamic, Daring and Disabled’. Selma stands against a beige background with her head tilted right. In her right hand, a black cane with silver handle. She wears a long n**e dress by with waist cut outs and a full length cape and matching pointed shoes. Behind her head is a large white Vogue logo.

06/05/2023

A majestic moment in British history!👑

Today we witnessed the coronation of King Charles, and it was a sight to behold!

The stunning regalia and uniforms worn by the royal family and members of the military were a true work of art. 😍

Did you know that these ceremonial outfits were made by some of the finest suppliers in the UK?

The Crown Jeweller's team at Garrard & Co. crafted the iconic St Edward's Crown, which weighs more than 4 pounds and is encrusted with more than 400 precious stones.

The Jewelled Sword of Offering, which symbolizes the king's authority, was made by royal goldsmiths, Rundell, Bridge & Rundell, who created this sword for the coronation of George IV in 1821.

But it's not just the regalia that is impressive. The uniforms worn by the military are equally stunning. The Household Cavalry, for example, wore their traditional red tunics and plumed helmets made by Kashket & Partners, with other regalia for military and horses made by Firmin & Sons.

The Royal Air Force wore their iconic blue uniforms made by Hainsworth who have made these over the past 100 years.

It takes incredible skill and attention to detail to create these beautiful garments, which are a testament to the UK's rich history and traditions.

What a special day for Britain! Long live the king! 👑🎉

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Photo ID: a parade of immaculately groomed guards on their black horses, their gold and silver breastplates glistening in the sun. A line of Union Jack flags hang on the Royal Parade in the background.

14/04/2023

Today we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. James Barry, a Cork-born surgeon who achieved groundbreaking medical advancements and played an important role in shaping medical history.

Born in 1789, Barry displayed an interest in medicine and anatomy from an early age. He went to study at prestigious medical school, where he excelled and became one of the top students in his class.

After graduating, he joined the British Army as a medical officer, where he quickly established a reputation for skill and dedication.

Over his long career, Barry achieved a number of impressive firsts. In 1815, he became the first British medical officer to successfully perform a c-section, saving the lives of both mother and child. He also was the first physician to be Governor of the Cape Colony in South Africa, where he made huge contributions to health initiatives in the region, including improving hygiene & sanitation practices, and starting vaccine programs to prevent the spread of smallpox.

But what makes his story even more remarkable, is that he lived as a man despite being assigned female at birth.

He took the name James Barry, and his gender identity was not discovered until after his death in 1865, making him one of the earliest known examples of someone living as a gender other than the one assigned at birth.

Despite many challenges and discrimination he undoubtedly faced as a trans man living in the 1800’s, Barry was achieved incredible things in medicine, paving the way for generations of medical professionals.

Today, we honor his life and legacy, and recognise the important contributions he made to medical history and the LGBTQ+ community.

And we love you and support you!

+History

12/04/2023

Get Ready to Go Back to Camp! 🏕️🤘🏽

Check out "Crip Camp", the summer camp experience you never knew you needed!

This award-winning documentary, adapted into a stage play, follows the experiences of a group of disabled teenagers who attend a summer camp in the 1970s, and how they became leaders in the disability rights movement. 🎥♿️

"Crip Camp" sheds light on the beginning of the disability rights movement, highlighting themes of disability pride, community building, and activism.

And the best part?

It's got a 100% rating on and has won several awards, including the Audience Award at the 2020 Film Festival and been nominated for the award and the awards! 🏆

So grab some popcorn and get ready to be wowed by this groundbreaking documentary. Don't forget to tag a friend who needs to see it too!

And pause to remember the incredible who the world sadly lost very recently. A phenomenon woman who is very sadly missed. ❤️

05/04/2023

Happy Wednesday, friends!

Today we're highlighting the awesome ! 🌟

Did you know that she's been in some of the biggest shows on Broadway, including "Spring Awakening" and "Oklahoma!", for which she won the for Best Featured Actress in a Musical in 2019 as well as a nomination in 2020?

Not only that, she appeared on as a guest mentor, and had roles in iconic shows like (we love Bojack!), , , and the iconic !

Ali's talent knows no bounds - she's not only an amazing actress, but also a singer, dancer, and motivational speaker.

Her passion for the arts began at a young age, and she's been performing in local theatre productions since she was a child.

But it was after a car accident at age 2 which left her paralysed from the chest down that Ali embraced her inner strength and uses her platform to promote disability rights and representation. 🙌

In addition to her Tony Award, Ali has been recognized with numerous other accolades, including the Drama League Award, the Theatre World Award, and the Craig Noel Award. And she's not slowing down anytime soon!

We're always excited by Ali's talent and commitment to making the world a more inclusive place.

So everyone, let's keep supporting her and the important work she's doing, and hey! get the popcorn ready! 🍿❤️

📸 Kristiina Wilson

03/04/2023

We are absolutely blown away by the incredible quality of entries we've received for our Adaptista Scholarship in partnership with the wonderful ! 🙌🏼

A huge thank you to everyone who entered and to everyone that helped us spread the word to find the perfect student to kickstart their career in the fashion industry. 🌟

We firmly believe in the power of and in fashion, and we're committed to making positive change for everyone.

We will keep pushing together to create a more equitable and inclusive fashion industry!

We can't wait to share some of the beautiful entries we've received over the coming fortnight.

Stay tuned for some serious inspiration! ✨

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02/04/2023

Happy World Autism Day! Today, we celebrate and recognise the unique strengths and talents of autistic people.

Here are some helpful tips for making the world a more inclusive place:

👉 Be patient and understanding. Autism can make it difficult for individuals to communicate or navigate social situations, but with a little patience and understanding, we can create a more welcoming environment for everyone.

👉 Practice sensory sensitivity. Autistic people may have heightened senses or sensory processing difficulties, so be mindful of loud noises, bright lights, or strong smells that could be overwhelming.

👉 Offer support when needed. If someone with autism is struggling, offer your support in a non-judgmental way. This could mean helping them find a quiet space to relax, offering to help with a task, or simply being there to listen.

👉 Celebrate differences. Every person with autism is unique, with their own strengths, challenges, and interests. By celebrating these differences, we can create a more inclusive and accepting society.

👉 When a child is having an autistic meltdown in a public space, it can be really overwhelming for the parent. As a friend or supporter, your calm and non-judgmental presence can make a very big difference. Listen to the parent and ask what you can do to help. Maybe you could offer to find a quieter place for them. Don't forget to encourage the parent to take care of themselves too, and remind them that it's okay to seek professional support if needed. It’s amazing what a supportive word or friendly smile can do for a parent in a time of stress.

With a better understanding we can all make the world a better place for!” everyone!

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