I read so many stories from SEs here that are in software (and I enjoy the reads) but I'm just curious how many of you are in other industries.
I'm in the manufacturing industry for pharmaceuticals support and have a background in mechanical engineering. What about you others?
I've been having a really tough time lately. Between gaining weight and my favorite pair of pants being discount, I'm searching for something new.
I'm my experience, sitting in a wheelchair means standard pants basically don't fit right. Too much gap at the back waist causing you to sit on the band, bunching at the lap, and pockets I'll never use. I've been considering bespoke but I can't help but feel that $300+ is too much.
I've been looking into having pants made to my actual measurements — slim tapered, stretch fabric, no pockets, built around seated proportions. Basically taking jeans I love as a fit reference and having a small run manufactured out of China or Bangladesh. I know it's still a lot of money but it gives a lot more pairs and with so make extra I'm wondering if it's something I could eventually offer to others.
I know there are some brands catered to wheelchair users but I haven't seen anything that I like or at a price that I feel is worth talking the chance on.
I'm curious what everyone else does. Are you just suffering through ill-fitting stuff from the rack? Found a brand that actually works? Gone the custom route?
edit * fixed a couple of typos