My experience with buying clothes online has been pretty good but from time to time I do have doubts on the sizing especially if I’ve never purchased from the store before. I think that the size charts online are pretty accurate but nothing can beat trying the clothes in-store to get the perfect fit.
Here are some tips:
I think that it is really important to know the accurate measurement of your bust, chest and hips. It’s always easy to make slight alterations if you’re in between 2 sizes. For example I am between an xs – s (petite) at Banana Republic and I am comfortable with buying both online because I know that the items will fit.
I would suggest sticking to silhouttes that you are comfortable with and look good on your body type. I always have problems with pants so I almost NEVER buy pants online unless I know that the cut is for petites and has a stretchy material because I always have an issue with how the bum and the thighs fit.
Also it is easier to buy from online stores (that have store fronts) that you’ve shopped from in the past because you’ll have an idea of how the clothes fit. If you know a store that has amazing online sales, drop by the physical store to try the clothes on so that you’ll have a better idea when you purchase the items online. I do this when I buy clothes on Ebay. I go to the store first to try it on then buy it online for a cheaper price.
If you’re not 100% sure about the item but want to buy it anyway, check the return policy. A lot of stores (like Forever 21) allows in-store exchanges (or refunds) for online orders.
For the past year I was on Team Blair’s side when it came to fashion and style. I’ve been catching up with the Gossip Girl episodes and I am slowly switching over to Team Serena. I love how their fashion sense is a reflection of their character’s personalities. Blair has a very ornate, lady like and elegant fashion sense whereas S has a more relaxed, carefree and chic style. It’s easy to imagine Serena rolling out of bed in the morning, hair all tousled putting on the first thing that she can get a hold of. But since she’s Serena, everything looks fabulous on her. Blair on the other hand spends hours planning and trying on potential outfits for the day. they both look great and I am having a hard time choosing a favourite.
But today the ball is in Serena’s court. I like how she wears simple pieces that have fantastic design. She’s not as embellished as Blair and she has a very laid back, minimalist, casual cool look about her.
I guess for now Team S is winning over Team B!
XOXO
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The video below talks about the fashion inspiration for season 3 of Gossip Girl
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Major discounts on cute dresses at Jacob. I went to their outlet store a couple of weeks ago and there’s an addtional 50% discount on top of the already reduced price.
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