Yes, the trick is to load the dress via the cr2.

Start with an empty scene and load the dress with the cr2.

ZERO the dress with Figure Zero Figure.

Then ; File Export wavefront object file , and select ONLY the groups you want to keep, (unselect the feet and toe groups), and ONLY select Weld body part seams in the export options.

Give your obj file a new name.

Clear the scene.

Import your object file with only Weld identical vertices selected, and you are ready for the cloth room.

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