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Sensory & Independent Childrenswear Survey
1.
How old is your child?
3-5
6-8
9-11
12+
2.
What are the biggest sensory triggers for your child when it comes to clothing? (Select all that apply)
Scratchy clothing tags / labels
Thick or rough seams
Tight waistbands or cuffs
Certain fabric textures (e.g wool, thick denim etc)
Tight necklines / putting clothes over the head
Heavy or noisy fasteners (e.g metal zips, plastic snaps)
Other (please specify)
3.
Which dressing tasks does your child struggle with the most when trying to dress independently? (Select all that apply)
Doing up buttons or snaps
Managing zippers
Telling the front of the garment from the back
Pulling trousers or skirts up/down
Putting arms through sleeves correctly
Other (please specify)
4.
On average, how much time or stress does the morning dressing routine add to your day?
No stress at all – it’s a quick process
Minor stress – takes an extra 5–10 minutes
Moderate stress – often causes delays or minor meltdowns (10–20 minutes)
High stress – a daily battle that causes significant delays or meltdowns (20+ minutes)
5.
If a garment was completely symmetrical (meaning there is no "wrong way" or backwards), how much would this help your child dress independently?
It would make a massive difference
It would help a little bit
It wouldn't make much difference for my child
6.
Which types of clothing does your child have the most difficulty finding comfortable, sensory-friendly options for? (Select your top 3)
School uniforms
Everyday t-shirts / tops
Trousers / jeans / leggings
Underwear (pants/socks)
Pyjamas / sleepwear
Formal wear / party clothes
Outerwear (coats/jackets)
7.
What are your preferred fabric choices for your child's clothing?
100% Organic Cotton
Bamboo blends (very soft and moisture-wicking)
Modal / Tencel (silky and smooth)
Standard cotton blends
I am open to any fabric, as long as it feels soft and tagless
8.
When shopping for sensory or adaptive clothing, what is your biggest frustration with the current UK market?
Items are too expensive
The designs look medical, boring, or unstylish
Limited size options
Poor quality (clothes wear out or lose softness quickly after washing)
Hard to find / lack of high-street availability
9.
What is the maximum price you would reasonably pay for a high-quality, durable, sensory-friendly item? (Please click 5 answers, one from each garment type)
Everyday t-shirt (£2-6)
Everyday t-shirt (£7+)
Jeans (£8-20)
Jeans (£21+)
Casual trousers like Joggers and Leggings (£2-10)
Casual trousers like Joggers and Leggings (£11+)
Outerwear like Jackets and coats (£15-30)
Outerwear like Jackets and coats (£31+)
Occasional clothing (i.e- dresses, suits etc) (£20-40)
Occasional clothing (i.e- dresses, suits etc) (£41+)
10.
Would you be open to participating in future product testing or feedback panels for my future fashion brand? (Answer Yes, and leave an email address. Or No)