Gallery: This Odd-Looking Clothing Is Designed to Help Autistic Kids

  • Image may contain Baby Human Person Clothing Apparel Jordan Clarkson Sleeve and Finger
    Caravan Design
    01

    DSC-4617-2

    This zany-looking line of clothing, called Sensewear, is designed to help people with sensory perception disorders.
  • Image may contain Clothing Apparel Human Person Sleeve Long Sleeve and Sweater
    Caravan Design
    02

    DSC-4374

    The prototype line, which won the prestigious Lexus Design Award this spring, is made up of five pieces. This one is a necklace with a removable, washable, textured piece of plastic made for biting---a common way to release tension among some autistic people.
  • Image may contain Clothing Apparel Pants Human Person and Khaki
    Caravan Design
    03

    DSC-4487

    To keep clothing from feeling constricting, the joints all have a perforated design for plenty of flexible movement.
  • Image may contain Clothing Apparel Sleeve Hood Footwear Pants Shoe Human and Person
    Caravan Design
    04

    DSC-4602

    The pullover on the left features a massive, stretchy hood that can create a personal sound chamber for the wearer. This helps people who may need to block out or control noise. On the left, a jacket with an inflatable lining. The pressure it can create feels like a hug, and is calming.