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Introduction A handful of reports detail efforts to redesign traditional hospital gowns to address common concerns related to patient comfort and privacy for big bodied patients. Results suggest that improving gown design has the potential to improve both the patient and carer experience and satisfaction of care.Aim This study aimed to ascertain the utility of gowns purposely designed for big bodied patients (named Xcellent Gowns) from a staff perspective.Methods Qualitative semi-structured interviews were conducted in 2022 with 14 hospice staff members. Interview transcripts were uploaded to DedooseTM. Data were analysed utilising reflexive thematic analysis according to a six-phase process including data familiarisation, iterative data coding, and theme development and refinement.Results The qualitative analysis of the interview data identified four main themes: (1) the gown experience, (2) fit-for-purpose, (3 …