Open Style Lab

Open Style Lab We develop solutions to make style accessible to people of all abilities, through education and research!

Open Style Lab seeks to make beauty accessible to people of all abilities. We do this by:
(i) Spreading awareness about the importance of clothing accessibility for people with disabilities,
(ii) Offering training courses to equip the community with the skills to create clothing that is accessible for people with disabilities, and
(iii) Developing and distributing clothing designs and technologies that will increase the accessibility of clothing for people with disabilities.

We’re recruiting a Communications / Data Visualization Fellow for a PAID research opportunity!Join us virtually to help ...
04/26/2026

We’re recruiting a Communications / Data Visualization Fellow for a PAID research opportunity!

Join us virtually to help us in our collaborative research mission to examine current Al systems, and identify where they fall short, building new possibilities to a more inclusive future for inclusive fashion in AI systems.

Let’s make sure the Disability Community isn’t left in a “digital blind spot” as technology advances.

- July to November

- All fellows will receive a $1,000 honorarium

Apply now via openstylelab.org , or through the link in our bio!

Applications close May 1st!

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We’re recruiting a AI Specialist Fellow for a PAID research opportunity!Join us virtually to help us in our collaborativ...
04/24/2026

We’re recruiting a AI Specialist Fellow for a PAID research opportunity!

Join us virtually to help us in our collaborative research mission to examine current Al systems, and identify where they fall short, building new possibilities to a more inclusive future for inclusive fashion in AI systems.

Let’s make sure the Disability Community isn’t left in a “digital blind spot” as technology advances.

- July to November

- All fellows will receive a $1,000 honorarium

Apply now via openstylelab.org , or through the link in our bio!

Applications close May 1st!

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We’re recruiting a Fashion Curation/History Fellow for a PAID research opportunity!Join us virtually to help us in our c...
04/22/2026

We’re recruiting a Fashion Curation/History Fellow for a PAID research opportunity!

Join us virtually to help us in our collaborative research mission to examine current Al systems, and identify where they fall short, building new possibilities to a more inclusive future for inclusive fashion in AI systems.

Let’s make sure the Disability Community isn’t left in a “digital blind spot” as technology advances.

- July to November

- All fellows will receive a $1,000 honorarium

Apply now via openstylelab.org , or through the link in our bio!

Applications close May 1st!

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We’re recruiting a Fashion Design Fellow for a PAID research opportunity!Join us virtually to help us in our collaborati...
04/20/2026

We’re recruiting a Fashion Design Fellow for a PAID research opportunity!

Join us virtually to help us in our collaborative research mission to examine current Al systems, and identify where they fall short, building new possibilities to a more inclusive future for inclusive fashion in AI systems.

Let’s make sure the Disability Community isn’t left in a “digital blind spot” as technology advances.

- July to November

- All fellows will receive a $1,000 honorarium

Apply now via openstylelab.org , or through the link in our bio!

Applications close May 1st!

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We’re recruiting a Fashion Technologist fellow for a PAID research opportunity!Join us virtually to help us in our colla...
04/16/2026

We’re recruiting a Fashion Technologist fellow for a PAID research opportunity!

Join us virtually to help us in our collaborative research mission to examine current Al systems, and identify where they fall short, building new possibilities to a more inclusive future for inclusive fashion in AI systems.

Let’s make sure the Disability Community isn’t left in a “digital blind spot” as technology advances.

- July to November

- All fellows will receive a $1,000 honorarium

Apply now via openstylelab.org , or through the link in our bio!

Applications close May 1st!

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We’re recruiting a Fashion Technologist fellow for a PAID research opportunity!Join us virtually to help us in our colla...
04/15/2026

We’re recruiting a Fashion Technologist fellow for a PAID research opportunity!

Join us virtually to help us in our collaborative research mission to examine current Al systems, and identify where they fall short, building new possibilities to a more inclusive future for inclusive fashion in AI systems.

Let’s make sure the Disability Community isn’t left in a “digital blind spot” as technology advances.

- July to November
- All fellows will receive a $1,000 honorarium

Apply now via openstylelab.org , or through the link in our bio!

Applications close May 1st!

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We’re recruiting a Disabled Lead fellow for a PAID research opportunity!Join us virtually to help us in our collaborativ...
04/12/2026

We’re recruiting a Disabled Lead fellow for a PAID research opportunity!

Join us virtually to help us in our collaborative research mission to examine current Al systems, and identify where they fall short, building new possibilities to a more inclusive future for inclusive fashion in AI systems.

Let’s make sure the Disability Community isn’t left in a “digital blind spot” as technology advances.

- July to November
- All fellows will receive a $1,000 honorarium

Apply now via openstylelab.org , or through the link in our bio!

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AI is rapidly becoming embedded in how people discover, evaluate, and access fashion. The systems taking shape today wil...
04/10/2026

AI is rapidly becoming embedded in how people discover, evaluate, and access fashion. The systems taking shape today will influence not only what is available, but how personal style is expressed and understood. This presents a critical opportunity to expand what fashion systems can be, and who they are designed for.

Open Style Lab is launching a disability-led research residency at the intersection of AI, fashion, and personal style. We are convening a select cohort of experienced professionals and graduate students to explore how these systems can be reimagined through inclusive design, grounded in disabled lived experience.

Bringing together expertise across disability, fashion, and technology, this residency will identify new approaches, develop practical standards, and unlock creative possibilities for how AI can support personal style, autonomy, and self-expression at scale.

Each fellow will receive a $1,000 honorarium.

Applications are now open until May 1st, 2026.

More information at www.openstylelab.org

Link in bio.

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AI is rapidly becoming embedded in how people discover, evaluate, and access fashion. The systems taking shape today wil...
04/10/2026

AI is rapidly becoming embedded in how people discover, evaluate, and access fashion. The systems taking shape today will influence not only what is available, but how personal style is expressed and understood. This presents a critical opportunity to expand what fashion systems can be, and who they are designed for.

Open Style Lab is launching a disability-led research residency at the intersection of AI, fashion, and personal style. We are convening a select cohort of experienced professionals and graduate students to explore how these systems can be reimagined through inclusive design, grounded in disabled lived experience.

Bringing together expertise across disability, fashion, and technology, this residency will identify new approaches, develop practical standards, and unlock creative possibilities for how AI can support personal style, autonomy, and self-expression at scale.

Each fellow will receive a $1,000 honorarium.

Applications are now open until April 26th.

More information at www.openstylelab.org

Link in bio.

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Open Style Lab is a finalist for multiple Footwear Awards! We are so incredibly proud of our designers, fellows, and te...
04/08/2026

Open Style Lab is a finalist for multiple Footwear Awards!

We are so incredibly proud of our designers, fellows, and team for making this happen!

It’s surreal to be alongside some of the most inspiring, and leading change-makers in footwear!

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ID: “Open Style Lab has been short listed at the 2026 Drapers Footwear Awards” photo of the 2026 Open Style Lab Footwear Kit being held open by a hand. You can see some of the contents inside vaguely that include shoe straps, a shoe horn and other accessible footwear accessories.

“Drapers Footwear Awards honours the dedication and hard work of the people who power this vital sector, from visionary designers and trusted retailers to skilled manufacturers We are proud to announce that Open Style Lab is a finalist in multiple catagories this year.”

“SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVE
OF THE YEAR. We are proud to be presented alongside Allbirds, Dubs, Flabelus, Heelz and Toez, Legero, Nicki Hoyne, Open Style Lab, Rock Fall, Rosamund Muir, Solk, Zig & Star”

“PEOPLE AND PROGRESS
AWARD. We are proud to be presented alongside Footasylum, Hotter Shoes, Ration.L, Kickers, Open Style Lab, Vivobarefoot”

“THANK YOU to everyone who made these nominations possible, and to all of our incredible designers and fellows who created the 2026 Footwear Kit. See you 1 July 2026, at the Grosvenor House London!” photo of the 2025 open style lab Fellowship teams in the UK and in the US. Two group photos of them posing in front of the makers spaces in which the program took place in their respective countries.

“I’m not disabled, why should I care about accessibility?”Equal Access should be available at every stage of life, and i...
04/04/2026

“I’m not disabled, why should I care about accessibility?”

Equal Access should be available at every stage of life, and in every circumstance

Access is for everyone.

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ID: “I’m not disabled. Why should I care about access accessibility?” photo of a disabled person sitting on stage in their motorized scooter, surrounded by photographers, and audience members.

“LACK OF DISABILITY IS NOT A GUARANTEE
Disability is the only minority that anyone can join at any moment, on top of aging being a universal experience. It is approximated that 1.3 billion people expierence Disability, that’s 1 in 6. Equal access should be available at every stage of life, and in every circumstance
Access is for everyone.” photo of a wheelchair user wearing an adaptive coat in their manual chair.

“ACCESS TO
INDEPENDENCE, DIGNITY, AND STYLE SHOULD BE UNIVERSAL. The right of choice and preference, on top of accessibility, should not be exclusive to abled-bodied audiences. Removing barriers that prevent a massive portion of society from expressing agency or personal style is essential. Autonomy should not be negotionable.” photo of an accessible jacket on a coat hanger, floating in the graphic.

3 reasons Occupational Therapists belong in Fashion 🪡OT’s are masters in understanding the human body, which elevates th...
03/30/2026

3 reasons Occupational Therapists belong in Fashion 🪡

OT’s are masters in understanding the human body, which elevates the design process for people with disabilities

If you’re an OT in London looking to try out fashion, join Open Style Lab’s Summer Fellowship

From June-September, Designers, OT’s, Disabled Experts, and more will be collaborating under our award-winning fellowship, to break down social norms within the Formal Wear space

APPLICATIONS CLOSE APRIL 2ND

Openstylelab.org | Link in Bio

ID: “3 Reasons Occupational Therapists belong in Fashion.” Black and white photo of a disabled model wearing an adaptive coat cape while it is being adjusted by an OSL design fellow.

“function, fit, fashion
while Designers excel in aesthetics and garment construction, OT’s focus on Occupational Performance. occupational therapists are masters in understanding how the body works, moves, and it’s limitations, which is especially important for designing with people with disabilities in mind. together, OT’s and Designers can construct garments that prioritize accessibility needs
clothes that feel and look good, are good.”

“sensory solutions. OT’s and Disabled users are essential in guiding designers toward sensory friendly materials, fastenings, and finishes. fabrics, tags, seams, textures are examples of considerations.” Close up photo of fabric on a black dress.

“fashion, and its cognitive impact
collaboration between Occupational Therapists, Disabled users, and Designers, create an environment where we can focus on how attire Impacts identity and self-esteem. in the design phase, they ensure that adaptive features don’t look clinical, but are integrated seamlessly to provide independance, dignity, and confidence.
clothing isn’t just physical.”

“the future of fashion needs OT’s
are you an Occupational Therapist interested in accessible fashion?
join our UK Summer Fellowship.
over 8 intensive weeks, multidisciplinary teams will create impactful wearable solutions through collaboration with the disabled community. June - Sept, London. Material Stipend Provided. apply now
openstylelab.org | LINK IN BIO”

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