Accessibility

We're committed to making our website accessible to everyone, ensuring equal access to information and functionality for all users.

♿ Inclusive Design for Everyone

At Michelle&ClairVaux, we believe fashion should be accessible to all. Our commitment extends to our digital presence, ensuring everyone can navigate, understand, and interact with our website effectively.

📋 Our Accessibility Statement

Michelle&ClairVaux is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards to ensure we provide equal access to all users.

We aim to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities and user-friendly for everyone.

Our website has been designed and developed with accessibility in mind, incorporating features that make it easier for people with various abilities to navigate and interact with our content.

⚡ Accessibility Features

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Keyboard Navigation
Full website navigation using only keyboard controls, with visible focus indicators and logical tab order.
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Screen Reader Compatible
Optimized for screen readers with proper heading structure, alt text for images, and descriptive link text.
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High Contrast Design
Sufficient color contrast ratios between text and background colors for better readability.
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Clear Content Structure
Logical heading hierarchy, descriptive page titles, and consistent navigation throughout the site.
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Scalable Text
Text can be resized up to 200% without loss of functionality or content overlap.
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Form Accessibility
Clear form labels, error messages, and instructions to help users complete forms successfully.

✅ Compliance Standards

Our website aims to comply with the following accessibility standards and regulations:

WCAG 2.1 Level AA
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines for international accessibility standards
EU Accessibility Act
European Union accessibility requirements for digital services
Section 508
US federal accessibility standards for electronic and information technology
Dutch Accessibility Standards
Netherlands national accessibility requirements for digital services
🤝 Our Ongoing Commitment
Accessibility is not a one-time effort but an ongoing commitment. We regularly review and update our website to ensure it remains accessible to all users. We conduct regular accessibility audits, user testing with people with disabilities, and stay updated with the latest accessibility best practices and technologies.
🛠️ Assistive Technology Support
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Screen Readers
Compatible with JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, and other popular screen reading software
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Keyboard Navigation
Full functionality available through keyboard-only navigation with clear focus indicators
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Magnification Software
Works seamlessly with screen magnification tools and browser zoom features
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Voice Recognition
Compatible with voice recognition software for hands-free navigation

🔄 Continuous Improvement

This accessibility statement was last updated on June 17, 2025. We review and update our accessibility practices regularly to ensure we continue to meet and exceed accessibility standards.

We are committed to providing a website that is accessible to the widest possible audience, regardless of technology or ability. If you have specific accessibility needs or encounter any issues, please contact our accessibility team for immediate assistance.