Selma Blair and Isaac Mizrahi Debut Accessible Fashion Collection: 'A Real Dream Come True' (Exclusive)

Blair, who was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 2018, teamed with designer Isaac Mizrahi and QVC on a accessible clothing line celebrating inclusive fashion

Selma Blair has added yet another title to her ever-growing list of career achievements. The actress, advocate, author and beauty brand creative director is now stepping into her fashion designer era.

Blair and longtime friend Isaac Mizrahi are launching an accessible clothing collection with QVC on Oct. 6: Isaac Mizrahi Live! x Selma Blair. The collection has been a long-term goal of Blair's since being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2018 and learning to live with the disease's many challenges, some of which impact her mobility.

"It all came together so perfectly," Blair, 51, tells PEOPLE. "I ran into him [Mizrahi] at a restaurant in New York City after I got my diagnosis and remember saying to him, 'I hope one day maybe we can collaborate on something that can be accessible for the disabled and non-disabled' and he said, 'That would be great. We'll have to find that.' And then here we are."

Blair's relationship with the famed designer dates back decades as the duo has collaborated on some of her most memorable red carpet looks.

"We met when he designed my dress for The Sweetest Thing premiere [in 2002], which I still have," she says. "We also worked together for the CFDA Awards in 2004 and he made me this incredible red, pink and orange color-blocked dress that was our inspiration for a lot of the touches on this line, the Isaac-Selma line."

Mizrahi, 61, says he was inspired by Blair's perseverance with all she was enduring with her MS and felt "compelled" to help make more adaptive pieces.

"I'm so fortunate to have the opportunity to help in any possible way," Mizrahi shares. "Especially if you are like me and you are interested in democratizing things and making things accessible. It's a little extra challenge, but I feel like a lot of the accessibility things that I already incorporate in the clothes I make for women in general, like washability and very soft textiles, so we already had a good foundation. And QVC is a great kind of partner in this because of the accessibility and the way they keep things very affordable and easy to get, and they ship everything."

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The collection was developed through collaborative efforts with the disability community and includes accessible features like easy open necklines, magnetic closures, stretch fabrics, flat seams and more, using universal design principles. There are 15 styles including shirts, sweaters, jackets, pants and accessories ranging in price from $49-$129.

Blair's current favorite pieces are the silky blouses and the jackets, all of which she wears herself.

"They're very kind of YSL seventies to me. And I love, not that anyone would always want this, but I find the magnetic button plackets look really sexy, for the disabled and non-disabled. And I do wear them," she says. "I cannot get enough of the blouses and I didn't have any that I could just wash that are really expensive looking. And I've always worn and loved a little Chanel jacket or a little Marc Jacobs jacket, so there is a very classic kind of riff on that little jacket, but it's washable. It's just a whole new world for me to discover washable clothes."

Not to mention the chicness of the pieces. Both Blair and Mizrahi have high bars for what they both deem to be fashionable and stylish, and they wanted their collection to reflect and represent that.

"The main thing that I always say on the channel when I sell things is they have to be cute," says Mizrahi. "The clothes have to be cute. Selma could put on a potato sack and it would look stylish, but these pieces [of our collection] were things that she was able to dress herself in. When I first saw her in them, it was very emotional for me because I think that was some way to relieve her strife, you know what I mean? I am trying not to say too much because it's really about Selma's experience, her story. All I'm doing is helping."

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Blair and Mizrahi both enjoyed the learning processes involved in designing the line, like how to make certain items more comfortable for someone who uses a wheelchair, or has limited use of limbs, etc.

"I don't have experience in a wheelchair long term but I learned things like white is not ideal for a wheelchair user, it can get caught in the tire and leave a mark, and certain fabrics or seams can be uncomfortable after a while," she tells PEOPLE. "So there's just things you learn as you talk to people. There's not a handbook, there's just a handful of companies that make seated wheelchair pants or design with an eye towards thoughtfulness."

QVC's Rachal Ungaro says that the flagship shopping channel is proud to be a part of this clothing launch.

“As long-time friends passionate about style and design, Isaac and Selma have an extraordinary relationship brought to life through this collection," says Ungaro, GMM and VP of Fashion Merchandising for QVC. "Isaac has been dressing our QVC customers for years with his innovative designs, fashion-forward prints, size inclusivity, and timeless silhouettes. Selma is a style icon who has graced the red carpets and has a distinct perspective on fashion and function. Together, they have embarked on a collaborative journey rooted in trust, authenticity and a shared passion for mainstream accessibility to create this beautiful and vibrant collection."

She concludes: "We can't wait for our customers to fall in love with this collection, which embodies the essence of inclusivity and accessibility for a wider audience. We are so proud to deliver beautiful style and designs through accessible clothing.”

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For Blair, the entire process has been a "real dream come true."

"I love and have so much respect for creative directors and designers and I never ever would've dreamed I would step into that space. I believe that every woman should feel as chic as I do wearing Isaac from the get go. He made me feel so beautiful."

Looking forward, Blair hopes she and Mizrahi continue to collaborate and potentially expand the collection and include menswear or unisex items.

"If the market would ask for that goal to be filled, I want to be the one to fill it," she says. "But that's what I would hope, that there could be a line of real chic basics that can be more accessible for all genders or clothing needs."

Blair and Mizrahi will premiere the collection live on QVC on October 6 at 1PM ET and you can shop the collection here.

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