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Selma Koch, Bra Saleswoman

94-year-old Selma Koch runs the Town Shop, one of New York’s last old-style bra fitting shops. The Town Shop is a fourth-generation family business that emphasizes personal service and custom fitting. Selma still works everyday alongside her son and grandson. Their motto: “We know your size.”

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