Something that makes it a lot more difficult to write for a site like this is all the flashy designer websites insistent upon “customizing your online experience” by opening one big window with the whole website written in Macromedia Flash / Director.
This makes it difficult for me to deep link to, use graphics from or even browse the sites – it’s even more difficult for disabled users. Additionally, it means google can’t index your site, and makes you difficult to find.
Culprits include:
- Duffer
- Ted Baker
- Paul Smith (at least the shop is fairly sane HTML)
- Top Man (yes, even the chavs’ friend can’t resist using wipes, fades and other transition effects)
Also note that according to the DDA it is a legal requirement to make your site accessible.