Dressing Differently

How We Test Hundreds of Fabrics to Find a Few Great Ones

How We Test Hundreds of Fabrics to Find a Few G...

Not every soft fabric becomes an AYAMI fabric. Take a behind-the-scenes look at the surprisingly long journey a material takes before earning a place in our collection.

How We Test Hundreds of Fabrics to Find a Few G...

Not every soft fabric becomes an AYAMI fabric. Take a behind-the-scenes look at the surprisingly long journey a material takes before earning a place in our collection.

5 Signs You Might Have Fabric Sensitivity

5 Signs You Might Have Fabric Sensitivity

Many people with fabric sensitivity assume everyone else is uncomfortable too — and simply better at tolerating it. But what if most people actually aren’t constantly aware of their clothes?...

5 Signs You Might Have Fabric Sensitivity

Many people with fabric sensitivity assume everyone else is uncomfortable too — and simply better at tolerating it. But what if most people actually aren’t constantly aware of their clothes?...

What does AYAMI even stand for?

What does AYAMI even stand for?

AYAMI stands for “I am me.” A reflection on why clothing should support comfort, self-expression, accessibility, and the freedom to feel like yourself — especially for people whose needs are...

What does AYAMI even stand for?

AYAMI stands for “I am me.” A reflection on why clothing should support comfort, self-expression, accessibility, and the freedom to feel like yourself — especially for people whose needs are...

Are Expensive Clothes Worth It?

Are Expensive Clothes Worth It?

I once paid €250 for a pair of “professional” trousers I have literally never worn. The fabric is unbearably scratchy, the fit isn’t great, and every time I see them...

Are Expensive Clothes Worth It?

I once paid €250 for a pair of “professional” trousers I have literally never worn. The fabric is unbearably scratchy, the fit isn’t great, and every time I see them...

The Best Fabrics for Autistic People with Sensory Sensitivity

The Best Fabrics for Autistic People with Senso...

For many autistic people, fabric is not a small detail. It is often the difference between wearing something comfortably all day — and needing to take it off within minutes....

The Best Fabrics for Autistic People with Senso...

For many autistic people, fabric is not a small detail. It is often the difference between wearing something comfortably all day — and needing to take it off within minutes....

Why Does My Autistic Child Take Off Their Shoes?

Why Does My Autistic Child Take Off Their Shoes?

So, your child keeps taking their shoes off… At school.Outside.Sometimes in places where it isn’t safe. You’re worried.Maybe confused.Possibly frustrated. Let me try to shed some light on this by...

Why Does My Autistic Child Take Off Their Shoes?

So, your child keeps taking their shoes off… At school.Outside.Sometimes in places where it isn’t safe. You’re worried.Maybe confused.Possibly frustrated. Let me try to shed some light on this by...

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