Leilian Collaborates with Otsuma Women's University to Launch Accessible Design Women's Wear
Leilian Co., Ltd. will launch four types of 'Accessible Design' women's clothing developed through a project with Otsuma Women's University in mid-April 2026. The collection combines student creativity with expert craftsmanship to offer functional yet beautiful wear for changing bodies.
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Leilian Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Meguro-ku, Tokyo; President: Toshiya Ishida) will begin selling collaboration products incorporating 'Accessible Design' from mid-April 2026. These items were created through an industry-academia collaboration project with students from Otsuma Women's University (Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President: Hiroshi Ichikawa). Sales will take place at five limited stores (Leilian Saint Rose Akasaka, Wing Takanawa, Hiroo, Nihombashi Takashimaya, and Tamagawa Takashimaya) and the official online store.
This project brought together the fashion brand 'Leilian,' long supported by mature women, and students from the Department of Clothing at Otsuma Women's University. The resulting collection proposes functionality, beauty, and comfort that align with physical changes occurring with age. During the development process, students and expert pattern makers conducted numerous sample checks to balance functional 'Accessible Design' with 'Aesthetic' design.
The collection features subtle details that do not look like functional-priority clothing, such as pants that can be put on without bending over and buttons designed for easy handling. It is a recommended wardrobe for everything from daily outings to special occasions, ensuring comfort even during long hours of wear.
Key products include:
1. Side-Open Wide Pants
Price: ¥31,900 (inc. tax)
Designed with zippers on both sides to reduce the burden of balancing on one leg while changing. Features a soft fabric and loose silhouette that covers the body while creating beautiful lines.
2. Side Pleat Dress
Price: ¥49,500 (inc. tax)
Features a zipper and easy-to-handle snap buttons on the left front. Opens down to the thigh for easy dressing. Side pleats create a vertical line for a slimming effect.
3. Wave Cut Cardigan
Price: ¥29,700 (inc. tax)
Features carefully selected easy-to-use buttons and raglan sleeves for arm mobility. Covers the stomach and upper arms while the back gathers and fishtail hem provide a sharp rear view.
4. Scarf Tie Gilet
Price: ¥33,000 (inc. tax)
Pursues both accessibility and style. Buttonholes are designed diagonally for easy fastening. Includes a versatile scarf tie for a polished look.
A participating student shared: 'In this project, I realized the difficulty of accurately capturing intended meanings and elevating them into my own expression within a limited timeframe. Despite the frustrations, the experience of facing these challenges will surely become my strength.'
This project brought together the fashion brand 'Leilian,' long supported by mature women, and students from the Department of Clothing at Otsuma Women's University. The resulting collection proposes functionality, beauty, and comfort that align with physical changes occurring with age. During the development process, students and expert pattern makers conducted numerous sample checks to balance functional 'Accessible Design' with 'Aesthetic' design.
The collection features subtle details that do not look like functional-priority clothing, such as pants that can be put on without bending over and buttons designed for easy handling. It is a recommended wardrobe for everything from daily outings to special occasions, ensuring comfort even during long hours of wear.
Key products include:
1. Side-Open Wide Pants
Price: ¥31,900 (inc. tax)
Designed with zippers on both sides to reduce the burden of balancing on one leg while changing. Features a soft fabric and loose silhouette that covers the body while creating beautiful lines.
2. Side Pleat Dress
Price: ¥49,500 (inc. tax)
Features a zipper and easy-to-handle snap buttons on the left front. Opens down to the thigh for easy dressing. Side pleats create a vertical line for a slimming effect.
3. Wave Cut Cardigan
Price: ¥29,700 (inc. tax)
Features carefully selected easy-to-use buttons and raglan sleeves for arm mobility. Covers the stomach and upper arms while the back gathers and fishtail hem provide a sharp rear view.
4. Scarf Tie Gilet
Price: ¥33,000 (inc. tax)
Pursues both accessibility and style. Buttonholes are designed diagonally for easy fastening. Includes a versatile scarf tie for a polished look.
A participating student shared: 'In this project, I realized the difficulty of accurately capturing intended meanings and elevating them into my own expression within a limited timeframe. Despite the frustrations, the experience of facing these challenges will surely become my strength.'