Journal of Fashion Business (패션비즈니스)

The Korean Society of Fashion Business (한국패션비즈니스학회)
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Suggestions for the Design of Trousers for Women with Lower Extremity Disabilities

여성 하지 지체장애인을 위한 바지 디자인 제언

  • Lee, Dahyun (Dept. of Fashion Design, Sungkyunkwan University) ;
  • Suh, Seunghee (Dept. of Fashion Design, Sungkyunkwan University)
  • 이다현 (성균관대학교, 의상학과) ;
  • 서승희 (성균관대학교, 의상학과)
  • Received : 2022.02.14
  • Accepted : 2022.04.22
  • Published : 2022.05.30
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Abstract

The purpose of this study was to analyze the reality of clothes-wearing among physically disabled women and propose trouser designs. As a research method, an in-depth interview method was adopted for 10 women in their 30s and 50s with lower limb disabilities who could wear trousers and use wheelchairs. The study results identified the following factors that should be considered in the design of trousers. First, a semi-casual design that could hide physical deficiencies, was not different from ready-made clothes and enabled various looks was desirable. Second, the proper material would have little transformation in the form, have remarkable durability and laundry fastness, two-directional stretch, and hide deficiencies with a sense of thickness and density. Third, an "L-frame" pattern in a sitting position, and a straight fit were desirable. Finally, pockets can impose pressure according to their form, size, position, and sewing method, highlighted the need for a sewing approach to minimize seams in the fabric. For adjustment, an elastic band would be a good choice in terms of type, length, position, and material as it could satisfy both the convenience of putting on and taking off and comfort in wearing at the same time. Decorative design details can also impose pressure according to a sense of thickness, which means that they should be avoided in parts that are close to the body or can impose pressure according to posture.

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