About this episode
Send us a text In this episode, we'll dive into important factors to consider when designing for women, such as avoiding the "Shrink it and Pink it" mentality. Our guests will share their insights on this issue and how to approach designing for women in a thoughtful and inclusive way. We'll also discuss common fit issues in women's outdoor gear, such as hip belts, and how they impact comfort and performance. Our guests will share their experiences and tips for addressing these issues and designing products that fit well and perform optimally. Material choice is also crucial when designing for women, and our guests will discuss the role it plays in ensuring a good fit and share their favorite materials for women's outdoor gear. Roundtable Guests Julianne Mahoney - @shopwildbrush Francesca - @madeby_francesca Kesniia - @functional_clothing_lab Show Mentions Pattern Adventure - Customizable Patterns https://www.patternadventure.com 0.75 oz MEMBRANE 10 Ripstop Nylon 1.8 oz AIRWAVE™ Hybrid Ripstop Nylon DIY Kits Reddit MYOG Salt Lake Sewciety Challenge ECOPAK™ EPX200 - for Custom Printing Challenge ULTRA™ 200 pStyle Kula Cloth BIPOC Owned Gear Companies Women-Owned Companies & Makers Find Us on Social Media 🚀 @RipstopbytheRoll www.ripstopbytheroll.com