How does a store get listed here?
Most sites listed here have a website. I personally feel it’s important (because of the sensitive nature of what we do) to have an idea of what I’m getting into before I visit a store. Each store on here that has a website has been contacted by me personally. To be listed they must respond to me telling me their store is Transgender friendly. Usually they also explain their policies on Transgender shoppers (some prefer appointments, some have dressing room policies, etc.) If they did not respond to my inquiry – I assumed they are NOT transgender friendly, or they do not know what transgender means. Some sites on here do not have websites. Sites without websites were typically given to me by a recommendation from another Chicago Girl. It’s not a bad idea to call these stores before going out there.Small Store vs. Large Chains – what’s the difference? Small Stores – When I ask a small store whether they are transgender friendly, their owner is usually the person who responds. Most likely
