• Blind woman with dark hair and sunglasses stands confidently, holding a white cane, wearing a black and white chevron braille dress.
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  • Back view of model wearing black and white chevron dress styled with long black gloves and black heels.
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  • Model sits and smiles while wearing a black and white chevron dress with black braille
  • Black and white chevron-patterned dress with black braille beadwork. Dress is on a black hanger against a pink polka dot background.
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Barbie™ x Aille Design: Classic Chevron Dress

Barbie™ x Aille Design: Classic Chevron Dress

$266.00 CAD
$266.00 CAD
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Elevate your wardrobe with a piece that speaks volumes in both design and purpose.

Size
Color: Black and White Chevron

What Does The Braille Say?

The braille on this dress features a series of empowering phrases which ultimately highlights the impact of Barbie™ and the significance of our braille fashion collaboration.

Alternating from left to right: "original style icon," "changing the world," "inspiring since 1959," "limitless possibilities," "powered by purpose," "fashion is for everyone," "Barbie x Aille Design,"the future is inclusive."

Why You'll Love it:

Inspired by the original 1959 Barbie and her black and white bathing suit, we reimagined the iconic chevron print with a modern silhouette and inclusive braille beadwork. Designed to tell a story about Barbie's journey as the original style icon to now a leader in disability representation and empowerment, this dress is the perfect way to celebrate the Barbie 65th anniversary.

Sizing:

Legally Blind Model Mara is wearing size M
Height: 5'3"
Bust: 34"
Waist 30"
Hip: 36"

Model Kassandra is wearing size M
Height: 5'4"
Bust: 35"
Waist 28"
Hip: 39"

 

PRE-ORDER

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Materials

  • Legible Braille: Over 400 white Swarovski® Pearls
  • Custom Print: Iconic black and white chevron with Barbie logo printed onto fabric
  • Fabric: 100% viscose
  • Physical Characteristics: Silky smooth material with a beautiful lustre. Light weight, but not sheer. Sensory friendly. Braille beadwork is smooth to the touch and easy to read.
  • QR code printed on neck tag

Style Details

  • Modern slip style dress
  • Assymetrical hemline
  • Adjustable straps
  • Printed large scale black and white iconic chevron print
  • Barbie logo incorporated into chevron pattern
  • Black braille beadwork applied on front of dress following the angle of the chevron print

Wash Instructions

Machine wash inside out with cold water. Hang to dry. Avoid high heat and do not put in dryer.

When wrinkled, it is okay to use a steamer. Do not use an iron on or near the braille beadwork.

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MEET THE MODEL

Mara Lauren Hutchinson

Mara is a legally blind content creator, AMI tv reporter, model, disability advocate, public speaker, fashion influencer, and mother in her early forties. She was diagnosed with Retinitis Pigmentosa thirteen years ago, and shortly after was also diagnosed with Usher Syndrome. She exudes confidence and uses her white cane proudly.

With over 30k loyal followers on Instagram, Mara helps others navigate their disability experiences. She is their "Ate Mara". Ate pronounced AH-TEH meaning "elder sister" in Tagalog, a language spoken in the Philippines. She is a big sister and friend for all to lean on.

Mara is an amazing role model and is well known within the blind community for her dedication to disability advocacy, and of course, her notable sense of style.

What does this experience mean to you?

“I feel like I'm a powerful, confident woman. I look in the mirror and I always say ‘you are it”. That’s my line in my forties now where I look at myself, feeling so confident in everything I put on. Not because of how good I look, but it's the woman I am. I've come so far in life where anything I put on just makes me even more confident and beautiful. And it's because of the struggles. The many things that I have to face… Fashion is just an extra type of bonus to make me feel even more beautiful.”

- Mara Lauren Hutchinson, Barbie x Aille model

Variety of Swarovski Crystal components on beige background

Swarovski® Approved

All braille beadwork on our products is created using crystal pearls from Swarovski®, ensuring the highest level of quality, precision, and craftsmanship in every design.

FAQ

How do I wash my Aille Design clothes?

Machine wash cold inside out. Hang to dry and avoid high heat. Do not put in dryer.

What does the braille say?

QR Code Neck Tag: Scan the QR code on your product's neck tag or care label to get a full braille transcript.

What is accessible packaging?

Request an accessibility card to receive detailed information about your purchase in braille or large print format. This is information that would typically be found on the garment tag or care label, such as wash instructions and materials.