Fashion Designer Sky Cubacub has been fantasizing about gender-inclusive fashion since they were 13. Now, at age 24, they have a clothing line built around that very goal. Rebirth Garments offers clothing and accessories for people of every body type and gender.
“I’m a queer, trans person with disabilities,” Cubacub (who uses they/them pronouns) told Newsy. After considering whether to have separate lines for each identity they “really felt like it should be one line because I like the intersection of my identities.”
This company is reclaiming the word ‘crip’ (once derogatory slang for someone with a disability) by integrating it into Queercrip – an umbrella term that encompasses all genders, orientations, and abilities and disabilities. Essentially, Rebirth Garments is for you, no exceptions. They even offer a glossary so everyone can get the scoop on terms.
Garments and accessories range from $35 to $1,200. Peep the shop here. Cubacub makes custom pieces for folks in wheelchairs or with various motor impairment, as well as gender-affirming wear. From stretchy, bright binders to full-body suits to chain maille, the shop is nothing short of amazing.
By maintaining ‘radical visibility’ they aim to celebrate parts of people that society normally rejects. While the garments are bright and playful, they also invoke a sort of warrior-like toughness. This is meant to act as a protective charm for the wearers.
“The [garments] are full of life and color, and when I am laying in bed and can’t move, at the very least, I have this little bit of life in clothing, and I don’t have to hurt from the clothing,” one client told Newsy.
Read Rebirth’s manifesto here.
Feature photo: Lenny Gilmore/RedEye
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