Shopping online for clothes is undoubtedly the new norm. With a global pandemic underway, buying clothes from the comfort of your home is convenient, safe as well as easy when it comes to getting your dose of fashion. However, shopping for fashion is not always.
1. Size Matters
When buying anything, going through the website’s sizing chart is of utmost importance. Always check size measurements before choosing the size you want to buy. Remember to keep your measurements or a measuring tape handy, just in case you need to refer to your measurements and compare the same with the size chart. Pick the size closest to your measurements to get the size right.
2. Shoe Rules
Picking the right shoe size is not any less important than your clothing sizes. Make sure to always know your shoe size across different size charts to get the right size. Look out for fit details in case the brand runs larger or smaller compared to normal sizing charts. Pick wide fits if your feet are broader to get the fit right.
3. Return Policies
The one thing that lets us shop stress-free online is a good return policy. So always make it a point to check the return policy of the website you are shopping from. Accessories, swimwear and lingerie are categories that are often subject to return limitations keeping hygiene and safety in mind.
4. Model Behaviour
Always look out for details like the size and height of the model as well as the size of the garment they are wearing. This will give you a better idea of how you can expect the garment to fit on yourself and help you pick the right size.
5. All In The Details
Remember to go through garment details and specifications like fabric, country of origin, manufacturer, the fabric used for the lining as well as materials used for rivets or buttons. Not only will this tell you what exactly your garment or product is made of, but also helps you make sure you’re buying a consciously made product.
6. Accessorise It
When buying accessories, not only is the size important but also details like materials used. Make sure the metals and other materials used in accessories and jewellery pieces are not something you’re allergic to. Gold plated jewellery needs to be taken care of well so it doesn’t oxidise, while hypoallergenic jewellery is often safe for skin.
7. Washing Instructions
Looking for clothing you can quickly toss in your washer for everyday use? Make sure your garment comes with washing instructions that work for that. Some delicates, dyed clothes need to be washed by hand or at specific temperatures to not damage the same. Besides that, following washing instructions will always keep your clothes looking new for longer.
8. Reviews Matter
Always go through customer reviews and images below the product page. This will help you understand what the product looks like worn on real people as well as honest opinions of the product by people who have tried it.
9. Newsletters
Sign up for that newsletter! Most brands not only provide offers to first-time buyers but also and emails for special offers, new collections and pre-booking advantages to those who sign up for their newsletter.
10. Make Sure You Really Want It
Now that we have all the specifications out of the way, let’s get down to what matters the most! Only buy things you really want or need, try to avoid buying things unnecessarily or on a whim. The best way is to sleep over it before deciding.
