Jarrold Wester and his dog Missy are decked out in dog-owner matching bandanas by Crocodile Tears. Missy's red dog boots and Jarrold's back-opening fleece bomber jacket make them ready to brave the elements.

UNISEX

For such a warm piece of clothing, the polar fleece bomber jacket practically shrieks, "I'm cool!" Made of water-resistant fleece, the jacket is cut short and wide for freedom of movement and a perfect fit when seated. It's available with either a standard front opening or a back opening for people with limited arm movement. Available in gray, black, bright yellow or red, it comes in children's sizes for $49 and adult sizes for $69. From Talon Adaptive Clothing

WeatherChaps

WeatherChaps keep your lap, legs and feet drier than a poncho during a downpour because they fit snugly around your lower body instead of draping over it. They're easy to put on without standing: You simply slip your feet into the bottom pocket, then pull the waterproof fabric up over your lap and legs. The contoured shape eliminates fabric getting caught in the wheels. The item comes with a removable fleece lining, in adult or child sizes, for $39.95. From Diestco

This hooded poncho was made by artisans in the Andes.

This beautiful multicolored hooded poncho was made by artisans in the Andes Mountains, and is available in standard or wheelchair cuts. The wheelchair cut includes two "hip-huggable" straps for a better fit. One size fits most, at $75. The poncho can be accessorized with a matching artisan-crafted shoulder bag or wheelchair bags. From Forde's Functional Fashions

Handi-Robe

The Handi-Robe is a classic holiday gift — a bathrobe modified for the wheelchair user. Its practical design allows you to put it on without standing up, and a convenient pouch stores personal items. It's available in white or navy for $49.95. From Able Apparel

The V-neck back overlap nightgown comes in several snuggly fabrics and prints for men or women. The overlapped back closes at the shoulder, meaning ease of dressing for caregivers and more privacy during personal hygiene for the wearer. Fabrics include cotton, flannel and white satin, in plain, floral and geometric prints. Sizes adult S-L are $30; XL-3XL are $35. From Specially For You

There's no way around it: Contemporary fashion means jeans. Fit While You Sit jeans have a higher rise in the back, elastic insets in the rear waist, less fabric to bunch up in the front, an extra-long fly opening, flat seams, and no rear pockets or rivets to cause pressure sores. Quality "sitter jeans" are available from a variety of adaptive clothing retailers, but two seem to have the biggest variety. Rolli-Moden offers seven shades of denim and four different cuts for men and women at $55. USA Jeans also has a large variety of colors and offers an optional Velcro-close fly for $47.95.

Zip Ties

STOCKING STUFFERS

Vibs

Zip Ties are the ultimate in fashion convenience for men — just slip the pre-knotted tie over your head, tighten it up and go! They're available in a variety of colors and styles at $19.95 from Rolli-Moden, or $12.99 from Spec-L.

Vibs offer a dignified way to protect clothes from spills and stains. Styled to look like vests with buttons and pockets, they attach around the neck with a simple Velcro closure. Reversible with a colorful pattern on one side and solid on the other, they come in either black/plaid or red/red-gold. They're machine washable and dryable at $19.95. From Rolli-Moden

Spirolaces

They wiggle, they coil, they're Spirolaces! These colorful elastic shoelaces eliminate shoe tying. Stretch and they loosen; pull and they hold tight. In colors for boys and girls at $3.50/pair. From Adrian's Closet

Fleecem socks give soft warm comfort to cold feet. Easy to put on, these thick midcalf-length fleece socks come in gray, navy, burgundy or black with contrasting ribbing. Sizes range from child small to adult large, at $10 to $14. From Adrian's Closet

Dressing Tips and Clothing Resources for Making Life Easier is just what the title says it is. Written by Shelley Peterman Schwarz, who's affected by multiple sclerosis, the book includes clear drawings, fashion and practical tips for selecting and putting on clothing, and a roundup of adaptive clothing retailers. $19. From Attainment

WHEELCHAIRS

Wheelchair canopy

When you can't let a smile be your umbrella, consider a canopy. Designed to fit manual and power chairs and scooters, the colorful canopies come in three models: basic, vented (mesh sides and back), and max protection, which is the vented model with removable plastic side curtains. The canopy mounting poles permanently attach to the chair or scooter, and the canopy slips on when needed or stuffs into a carry bag when not. Available in adult or child sizes, in navy blue, cranberry red, teal green or charcoal gray; $129.95 for basic, $159.95 for vented, and $189.95 for max protection. From Diestco

An underseat glove box is the perfect place for storing valuables and personal items out of sight. Available in small (9-by-5-inches) or large (12-by-5-by-9 inches), they fit under most power wheelchair or scooter seats (won't fit manual or folding wheelchairs). $21.95 (small) and $29.95 (large). From Diestco

This drink holder can handle the ups and downs of life. Easily attached to wheelchairs, scooters or walkers, the holder swivels to keep drinks level as you head up slopes or over curbs. Expandable to accommodate cups, bottles and cans, at $9.95. From Rolli-Moden

Designer spoke guards are a flashy and fun way to personalize your wheelchair, as well as make it more visible to traffic. Rollinman makes a number of designs in different sizes, including dragons, angels, sports motifs and sparkly geometrics for $50 per pair. If you don't see what you like, you can order your own custom design.

SERVICE DOGS

It can be a "ruff" world out there for your service dog's tender paws, especially in icy winter or blow torch summer. These dog boots are engineered to stay on and provide insulation from the elements and rough terrain. Styles range from a 2-inch bootie ($30 for four) to 4-inch ($35) and 8-inch ($45) models that won't fall off. Available in camouflage, brown, orange, red, purple and royal blue. From the Dog Boot Co.

For the height of dog-owner fashion, how about matching bandanas? Crocodile Tears makes a dog bandana that slips over the dog's collar like a curtain over a rod. (Matching people bandanas and full-sized scarves tie on.) Choose among 35 categories of prints, including sports and recreation, holiday themes, Hawaiian prints, bears, birds, bugs and even cats. Slip-on dog bandanas are $6.99; tie-on models for dogs or humans are $7.49.