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From research to garment creation, fitting with body shape in mind, marketing, in-store and online customerservice, size-inclusive representation needs to be present at a decision-making level within the fashion industry,” Marci added. It all comes down to better understanding who the customer is and how we can best serve them.”
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Rate the customerexperience. Do customers linger to browse or get in and out quickly? Stop in each important area of the sales floor and watch shoppers, trying to see the merchandising and customerservice through their eyes. Don’t forget to visit service areas, classrooms, and rest rooms, too.
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