Autism Awareness: Marks and Spencer Releases a Special School Uniform Designed for Children with Special Needs

Marks and Spencer captured the hearts of their consumers after releasing a line specially designed for children with autism. The brand aims to create a wardrobe that would make is easier for the children to wear their outfit to school.

Marks and Spencer's latest collection is said to be a uniform line known as "Easy Dressing" items. The clothes are intended for children with autism spectrum disorder, to make it easier for them to prepare for school and get dressed.

The clothing designs cater to infants, toddlers and big kids including teenagers. One of the clothes' best feature is the Velcro designs in replacement of buttons to make changing easier and more comfortable for the children.

International Business Times noted that the clothes include bodysuits, vests, and trousers. Marks and Spencer teamed up with the National Autistic Society in designing the clothes. It was also mentioned that the clothing line follows a development campaign which was called "Investors Wanted."

"It's really wonderful that this leading retailer is taking on the issue of autism-friendly clothing," a representative from the Helen Allison School told The National Autism Society. "I know this range will offer families a school uniform which is easy to wear from both a sensory and motor skills perspective. I can't wait to be able to recommend it to the families I work with!"

Marks and Spencer's move to make a wardrobe designed for children with autism managed to spark an ingenious idea. It does not only make it easier for the children to wear their clothing, it also gives them independence as it urges them to get dressed on their own.

Marks and Spencer were able to get positive feedback from their customers. According to one student, he stated that the fabric was soft and the style works well with him. One of his favorite features is the fact he can easily strip the trousers on.