https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-why-i-hate-online-shopping Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 11 Apr 2026 04:59:23 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-why-i-hate-online-shopping#post-2238542 Sun, 14 Nov 2021 02:58:07 +0000 Jaime 2238542@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, online shopping is all about managing expectations and taking into account probable returns. Sorry these were disappointments! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-why-i-hate-online-shopping#post-2238442 Sat, 13 Nov 2021 16:27:27 +0000 Angie 2238442@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Jenni,</b> online shopping is indeed about patience and low expectations. I've found that it gets better with practice, and dare I say you need a bit of luck! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-why-i-hate-online-shopping#post-2238305 Fri, 12 Nov 2021 22:52:21 +0000 Sally 2238305@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yeah I have had to send a lot of stuff back and when I use trademe...well that is risk taking.&nbsp; I find the reviews from other customers much more insightful than the description given by the marketers.&nbsp;<br />Another thing that I have seen with a few stores are customers sending in photos of themselves wearing the clothes so you can see what they look like on different people and photographed in different lights.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-why-i-hate-online-shopping#post-2238263 Fri, 12 Nov 2021 20:04:58 +0000 Style Fan 2238263@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jenni, that jacket is gorgeous and so perfect for your style.&nbsp; Also, I'm not too fond of online shopping, but I have no choice right now.&nbsp; It is a nightmare.&nbsp; It is too bad that the pants did not turn out because that would have been a lovely outfit.&nbsp; I am a big fan of orange. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-why-i-hate-online-shopping#post-2238251 Fri, 12 Nov 2021 19:28:07 +0000 Jenni NZ 2238251@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just woken up. Thank you all so much for helping me feel better. I will have another go, just need to be more patient </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-why-i-hate-online-shopping#post-2238234 Fri, 12 Nov 2021 17:56:07 +0000 kkards 2238234@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Bummer that it didn’t work out.<br />but I actually think, like many things, online shopping gets easier the more you do it. You get better at knowing what to look out for in the pictures and description. You get a better feel for figuring out what it means when they say “the model is 5’10 and wears a small” etc. but yup, there is still a lot of buy and return involved</p> <p>but i do love the jacket, </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-why-i-hate-online-shopping#post-2238219 Fri, 12 Nov 2021 17:08:06 +0000 JAileen 2238219@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Online shopping can definitely be frustrating. &nbsp;During the pandemic I mostly shopped at Macy’s online. &nbsp; I think they cut and paste their descriptions, and their description will say one thing when the picture clearly shows something else. &nbsp;And the colors are misleading in the photos as you have found. &nbsp;I think they lighten the photos so you can see details.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-why-i-hate-online-shopping#post-2238217 Fri, 12 Nov 2021 16:56:34 +0000 Jonesy 2238217@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Very disappointing, especially when you have an outfit planned already to complete a look with your lovely new jacket! Tailored pants are the most difficult to buy online, IMHO, because it's so hard to get the fit just right. Onward! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-why-i-hate-online-shopping#post-2238202 Fri, 12 Nov 2021 16:31:46 +0000 Angie 2238202@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hard luck, <b>Jenni </b>:(</p> <p><b></b>It <b></b>can be soooo frustrating to shop online! I commiserate. These pants are way off in colour! And the top is indeed too floppy. Yummy colour on you, though! And I like '80s pleated pants on you. </p> <p>But......NEXT.&nbsp;</p> <p>Personally, I have to shop online if I want my size and colour, so I don't have a choice unfortunately. Brick 'n Mortar stores here in Seattle generally do not stock what I need want (anymore). It's a little different in LA and NY, but I live here! And I like to shop many British and Euro stores because things tend to fit me better, so there you go. Online shopping it is. I have learned to keep my expectations low though, and am very good at packing things back up!&nbsp;</p> <p>Hope you find what you want soon, one way or another. Good luck! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-why-i-hate-online-shopping#post-2238176 Fri, 12 Nov 2021 14:42:20 +0000 Zaeobi 2238176@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is definitely an issue with online shopping, I'm sorry - recently got burnt with this for vintage/ secondhand shopping via Etsy, where returns aren't possible </p> <p>Before trying to be more discerning with my purchases, I used to buy a lot from ASOS due to the worldwide free delivery &amp; returns (depending on how much you order), and found their colours to generally be true to the photos.</p> <p>PS - That top is a lovely colour on you! Shame about the fit... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-why-i-hate-online-shopping#post-2238173 Fri, 12 Nov 2021 14:36:21 +0000 Jules 2238173@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I feel you! In a recent order of joggers, two pairs that look very similar in shape in the stock photos fit quite differently (skinny vs loose). In my case I did know I was taking my chances with the pair that turned out to be too slim fitting because they didn’t have any photos of them on actual body. I find it even more helpful when sellers have various photos of their items on multiple models of different size and shape. Obviously not every larger model has my proportions, but it gives me a general idea and often helps me troubleshoot certain known fit issues and preferences. However in the end nothing beats an actual try on.<br /> I do think you’re on the right track, the shorter top helps the jacket really shine. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-why-i-hate-online-shopping#post-2238171 Fri, 12 Nov 2021 14:35:41 +0000 Janet 2238171@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just noting again how adorable that jacket is!</p> <p>But I hear you on online shopping disappointments. The trousers don’t seem quite right, and the color definitely seems different from what was promised! The top is a great color but seems like too much fabric all around. I’m sorry these didn’t work out but as Angie says, “Next!” </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-why-i-hate-online-shopping#post-2238167 Fri, 12 Nov 2021 14:28:59 +0000 Irina 2238167@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sorry it didn't work out, Jenni. Online shopping is a challenge, indeed. I mostly buy from brands that provide a garment measurements and customer reviews. And even then a lot of it goes back. I accept it, at least for now. Maybe due to supply issues, I find that the stores do not have a full inventory of what is available on their website. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-why-i-hate-online-shopping#post-2238161 Fri, 12 Nov 2021 14:04:18 +0000 Helena 2238161@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>How frustrating Jenni; those pants are a completely different colour! So annoying!</p> <p>I agree with others that the top looks fab, but if it wasn't what you wanted, then that's that. Onwards, as Angie would say! And the jacket is very pretty! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-why-i-hate-online-shopping#post-2238159 Fri, 12 Nov 2021 13:35:53 +0000 lyn67 2238159@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I actually love the combo, even if the color of the pants is way out compared to the online pictie think it makes a great combo with the color of the tee and the jacket-you just didn't tried shoes on -and bare feet are not helping. Thus tee neck opening is not perfect to the jacket's will do OK for a&nbsp; very casual look. Try pulling down the shoulder seams under the jacket for achieving the widest neck opening then leave&nbsp; the jacket open! You just need some chunky white/cream/bright coral sneakers&nbsp; cuff/scrunch the sleeves&nbsp; and go.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Commiserating with you, it's a process of try and error so lots of hassle, indeed, but that's what we have now. Online shopping works best for me when I can see actually the items in the store and then order online if my (brand speciffic and well tried) size not available in the B&amp;M shop. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-why-i-hate-online-shopping#post-2238154 Fri, 12 Nov 2021 13:23:55 +0000 RobinF 2238154@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yeah online shopping is hard. I send back a lot and what a hassle that is.&nbsp;</p> <p>I do like the orange top on you but if you wouldn't wear it then better send back. I agree the neckline doesn't work well with the jacket. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-why-i-hate-online-shopping#post-2238143 Fri, 12 Nov 2021 12:52:18 +0000 Anonymous 2238143@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the color of the top- but with you in hating online shopping! You may be able to find a similar top on Kettlewell. That's one online shop where I have had more success than some others. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-why-i-hate-online-shopping#post-2238140 Fri, 12 Nov 2021 12:48:24 +0000 Bijou 2238140@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jenni - I am glad you are sending these back. When I see the pants and top with your jacket, the outfit looks good, but that is because the jacket is so lovely. </p> <p>I rarely buy clothing online and it always has to be by a brand that I know the sizing and trust the fabrication. Colours can be so hard, they often photograph things under very bright white light - so receiving something and it is darker than the online photo often occurs. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-why-i-hate-online-shopping#post-2238125 Fri, 12 Nov 2021 08:56:17 +0000 Sal 2238125@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes I know what you mean, I think these suit you but I agree the colours are wrong. And it sounds as though the tee is the wrong fabric. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-why-i-hate-online-shopping#post-2238122 Fri, 12 Nov 2021 08:50:38 +0000 lozz_oz 2238122@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I totally get your disappointment- the pants aren’t the colour you were expecting. The top is a good colour, shame about its floppiness! (I tried on a Witchery linen striped top the other day and rejected it for the same reason; and I remember a white linen tee that was misshapen after a few washes.... )<br /> At least B+M shopping allows you to see and feel the items...and now that you can do that type of shopping I’m sure the right items will eventually be waiting for you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-why-i-hate-online-shopping#post-2238121 Fri, 12 Nov 2021 08:41:21 +0000 rachylou 2238121@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Online shopping is pure torture in my book. But I appreciate you modeling fails, Jenni. I do find it helpful. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-why-i-hate-online-shopping#post-2238119 Fri, 12 Nov 2021 07:30:16 +0000 Jenni NZ 2238119@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Suz for the lovely commiseration xx </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-why-i-hate-online-shopping#post-2238118 Fri, 12 Nov 2021 07:27:19 +0000 Suz 2238118@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, what a difference in the colour of the pants! That's false advertising, if you ask me!&nbsp;</p> <p>I'd expect the length to be wrong (as a shorter person, I always know I'll have to hem or cuff or cut off). But I understand your frustration on all other counts.&nbsp;</p> <p>Online shopping has a real learning curve. I find it works best if I know the line and know my size in that line and if I can send back without cost or fuss (or at least without significant cost or fuss). None of which is easy or guaranteed. Really detailed reviews from reviewers who tell you enough about themselves for you to make an educated guess whether their comments are actually relevant to you also help! But again -- these are not always available.&nbsp;</p> <p>I got pretty good at online shopping as a matter of necessity (no real bricks and mortar options where I used to live) but have lost the knack a bit since moving to the west -- and at exactly the wrong time -- just when Covid hit and there was really no other way to shop for a while!&nbsp;</p> <p>Sorry you didn't get the outfit you'd been hoping for but the conception looks great and I know it will come together in time!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-why-i-hate-online-shopping#post-2238116 Fri, 12 Nov 2021 07:13:22 +0000 Jenni NZ 2238116@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You all know about my recent jacket purchase. I was very excited about it and took the tags off 2 days later and wore it to a mall where I tried on one pair of trousers -that I didn’t buy-and also went to the supermarket ( yes, my life is that exciting). I was also waiting for the parcel of the orange top and “tapered pants” to be delivered. They came today only 2 days later. The pants are a darker colour than on the website so quite a lot darker than the jacket, they gape at the back which so often happens with me, they are longer than on the model so not cropped on me, and don’t seem at all tapered just wide!<br /> The Medium top seemed floppy and doesn’t play well with the jacket neckline and is also perhaps a bit long. It also seemed to have a floppy bit in the front fabric near the bottom of it- it is linen. I know I wouldn’t wear either of these. Back they go, packed up to return immediately but what a hassle and disappointment!<br /> Pic 1 website colour<br /> Pics 2/3 way darker and longer on me and really boxy<br /> Pic 4 website top<br /> Pics 5-7 top by itself and with jacket both done up and not done up.<br /> Back I go to trawling around bricks and mortar stores when I can! But because the pants were on sale delivery was the only way to get them </p>