The modern world determines its own rules. Instead of a morning cup of coffee and an almost ritualistic newspaper reading at home, there’s now an “almond latte to go” and breakneck scrolling of news “in the cart.” Instead of a friendly meeting with friends, there are now five-minute voiceovers about how 24 hours are too short. And even shopping these days is reduced to a few clicks on a smartphone. Because there is actually no time.
But we are not complaining and we 100% accept the rules of this challenging game codenamed “The Story of Lost Time 2.0”. And since this material is in the “fashion” section, we will talk specifically about buying things.
We are almost sure that every second reader of this article, at least once in his life, ordered something on the Internet, guided by the thought: “It seems that it should fit.” And here it is worth noting that the word “like” is the most insidious of the whole phrase. Moreover, most of the time the desired product is sent back to the store because it “seems” to not work. But today we decided to dot all the i’s and learn how to order things online correctly so as not to make a mistake with the size.
Step #1: Determine your size
No, we are not talking about the traditional S and M, which differ in different brands, but about real body parameters. This is the first and most important thing you need to do for a successful shopping. Each online store has a size table where all data is indicated in centimeters. Some brands even include a line in the lookbook with the parameters of the featured model. All that is required from you is the current data: you compare them with the table and get the size you want.
Step No. 2. Determine your size correctly
But determining your size is not so easy. Many girls, when they try to measure on their own, for some reason pull their belly in or stretch up. This should not be done under any circumstances, as the data will be incorrect and the ordered product will not fit. But that’s not all. Even if you stand in a comfortable position, the result may still be inaccurate. And all because not everyone knows how to do it right. Our advice: go to the studio and ask for help from professionals. This way you will be 100% sure that all data is correct.
Step 3. Write down all dimensions in a note.
This step should not be taken lightly. If you frequently order online, make a habit of updating your sizes every six months and write down all relevant information in the notes. By the way, we are talking not only about clothes, but also about shoes. In this case, it is worth writing down the length of the foot in centimeters, the European size, US and UK sizes. If you already have sneakers and want a new model of the same brand, check the details on the tag and feel free to order the same size.
Step 4. Compare with clothes in your wardrobe
Another noteworthy life hack. When ordering a particular brand, always check the items of the same brand in your wardrobe. Some manufacturers work small, some, on the contrary, work large.
Step #5: Read reviews
Reviews from real people are a treasure trove of useful information. If you are ordering a product from a particular brand for the first time, be sure to read what other owners write about it. Honest reviews will really help you decide not only on the size, but also on the need to purchase a product in general. For example, the author of this material recently ordered jeans from the website of an Asian brand. First I clicked on S, then I read the comments and changed it to L.
Step 6. Check return conditions
Also, be sure to read the return policy before purchasing. Even if you’re 99% sure the item will fit as it should, it’s still worth the risk. At least for your own peace of mind. By the way, we recommend that you pay attention to stores that have a free trial function at home.
Step No. 7. Check the composition of the item
The last point has nothing to do with size but is also noteworthy. Many manufacturers deliberately paint a very juicy and beautiful picture in order to hide all the shortcomings of the product. We’re sure you’ve also encountered a situation where you saw one thing on a website but in reality you got something completely different. To prevent this from happening, look for the composition of the item in the information section. By the way, in a separate article, we talked about how to understand if a wardrobe item is of poor quality.
Let’s be friends?
Source: People Talk
Elizabeth Cabrera is an author and journalist who writes for The Fashion Vibes. With a talent for staying up-to-date on the latest news and trends, Elizabeth is dedicated to delivering informative and engaging articles that keep readers informed on the latest developments.
