Plains Cotton Growers is offering an educational opportunity highlighting the way consumers think and shop in 2025. Volunteer consumer panelists will answer questions on the why behind their purchase decisions, as well as where they like to shop and their opinion of cotton clothing.
Information on the panelists is below.
Age Range: 70+
Hometown: O’Donnell
Occupation: Retired second-grade teacher
Favorite outfit: jeans and a white shirt
Q: What are you looking for when you shop for clothing?
A: Love shirts and maxi dresses, bright colors, soft material
Q: What is your favorite clothing store?
A: J. Hoffman’s
Q: Do you shop online or in store?
A: Primarily in store
Q: How often do you shop for clothes?
A: Once a week
Age Range: 18-24
Hometown: Lubbock
Occupation: College student majoring in art and minoring in finance
Favorite outfit: flared jeans, graphic T-shirt, jewelry and sneakers
Q: What are you looking for when you shop for clothing?
A: Durability, long lasting soft material and the ability to mix and match what I buy to create multiple outfits
Q: What is your favorite clothing store?
A: Dillard’s or Target
Q: Do you shop online or in store?
A: Primarily in store
Q: How often do you shop for clothes?
A: Twice a year
Age Range: 50+
Hometown: Lubbock
Occupation: Small Business Owner — Rustic Klass Boutique
Favorite outfit: jeans and shirts
Q: What are you looking for when you shop for clothing?
A: different shirts and tops
Q: What is your favorite clothing store?
A: J. Hoffman’s
Q: Do you shop online or in store?
A: Primarily in store
Q: How often do you shop for clothes?
A: Once a week
Age Range: 35-40
Hometown: Lockney
Occupation: History Teacher at Estacado High School
Favorite outfit: whatever is the most comfortable!
Q: What are you looking for when you shop for clothing?
A: Affordability, look, comfort and fit
Q: What is your favorite clothing store?
A: Anything online
Q: Do you shop online or in store?
A: Primarily online
Q: How often do you shop for clothes?
A: Once a month
Age Range: 18-24
Hometown: Dallas
Occupation: College student majoring in information technology and computer science
Favorite outfit: jeans, graphic T-shirt and sneakers
Q: What are you looking for when you shop for clothing?
A: I look for nice graphic T-shirts made of breathable materials. I prioritize comfort.
Q: What is your favorite clothing store?
A: Walmart
Q: Do you shop online or in store?
A: Primarily in store
Q: How often do you shop for clothes?
A: Twice a year
