Accessibility Policy

1. Our Commitment

Annotating Fashion is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all researchers, students, and readers. We believe that fashion sociology and archival history should be available to everyone, regardless of ability or technology.

2. Standards and Goal

We aim to follow the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 level AA where possible. As an independent platform, we are constantly working to improve the user experience and apply the relevant accessibility standards.

3. Current Limitations

While we strive for full accessibility, we acknowledge some current limitations:

• Archival Scans: The 'Into the Archive' section features historical magazine scans. While we aim to provide descriptive alt-text and commentary for these images, some older or highly complex visual layouts may not be fully readable by screen readers.

• PDF Documents: Some future bibliography downloads may not be fully optimised for screen readers at this time.

4. Measures to Support Accessibility

To ensure our content is accessible, we:

• Include Alt-Text for all original editorial imagery.

• Use a high-contrast colour palette and clear typography.

• Ensure the site is navigable by keyboard alone.

• Maintain a consistent layout to help users with cognitive impairments.

5. Feedback and Contact Information

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of Annotating Fashion. If you encounter accessibility barriers or require a specific piece of research in an alternative format (such as a plain-text version of an essay), please contact us:

• Email: info@annotatingfashion.co.uk

• Response Time: We aim to respond to accessibility requests within 5 business days.