If you had told your grandfather twenty years ago that you could buy a car from your living room using a device the size of a magazine, he would most likely have you taken to a mental institution. The fantastic invention of the Internet is making our lives easier and easier every year. Not only do we suddenly have the whole world at our fingertips, our shopping has become easier than ever before. Do you have an empty fridge? A courier will be knocking on your door within the hour. Do you feel like reading an interesting book? No problem, you'll have it at your home tomorrow!
Despite this, there are still things that we prefer to leave the comfort of our homes to try on with our own eyes or hands. And one of them is clothes. The uncertainty of whether everything will fit us as it should, whether it will actually look like in the photo, discourages many from buying clothes online. We understand, it is easier to imagine how a lamp will fit on a bedside table than how a new pair of jeans will fit you.
However, if you would like to take a chance on purchasing your new outfit via
an e-shop , we have some advice to ensure you make the right choice.
Measure yourself
Before you start searching through the maze of products, make sure you know what size is best for you. It's ideal if you already own a piece from the brand, if not, consult
the size chart . Your best friend when choosing fashion online is a tailor's tape measure, which will make your life immensely easier.
Brands use different size designations, and in addition to the standard S, M, L, you will also come across numbers. So, to clarify this once and for all:
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Shirt sizes are indicated by the circumference of your neck (e.g. if your neck circumference is 40 cm – your
shirt size is 40). Here we have prepared a precise guide for you
on how to buy a shirt that fits .
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Pants are given in the format of waist circumference x length of the pants in inches. Complicated? Not at all, we all know the classic format 33x32. If you are not sure, measure your waist circumference, leg length and you have it. (Don't forget to convert centimeters to inches via Google. Unfortunately, the English like to complicate life for others.)
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a jacket or
a suit , things are a bit more complicated. After all, it's a piece that rarely fits the first time you wear it. However, the basic rule is to follow one simple rule – the closest size to your figure will be your chest circumference divided by 2. So, if your chest measures 100 cm, size 50 will most likely fit you.
You can find our tips on how to get the right fit for your suit in this article .
Filter right from the start
There's nothing more frustrating than finding the shirt you've been looking for after an hour of scrolling through a website and finding that your size is out of stock. In a brick-and-mortar store, you'll only be able to choose from shirts that will fit you, so use the filters on the website as your personal sales assistant. If you don't know exactly what size you wear, start by measuring. But try filtering even more in detail than just using sizes. Think about what cut or color you're looking for. This will save you a lot of time and nerves.
And while we're on the subject of haircuts...
Classic Fit, Slim Fit, Extra Slim Fit... For some, it's obvious, for others, just a mix of random words. However, if you want to succeed with online shopping, it's a good idea to get these terms in order. Long gone are the days when Slim Fit was only for skinny young graduates. Today, Slim Fit is synonymous with healthy, tapered pants or shirts that fit nicely, even if you don't have a brick on your stomach. Don't worry, it will definitely fit you. Only choose Regular or Classic Fit if you want your clothes to be loose. On the contrary, if you like tight things, there is an Extra Slim or Skinny Fit cut for you.
Pay attention to details
Another key to a successful purchase is the details. Click on the pictures, see how the clothes look from all angles, so that you don't get an unpleasant surprise. Also, read the texts that are written next to the products, many times you will find useful information in them about how the product fits or what it is made of. This will help you at least virtually touch the piece and tell you whether the selected jacket or trousers are the real deal.
Returns or adjustments
The return policy or the possibility of adjustments is the last, but perhaps the most important step that you should consider when buying clothes online. Yes, by law you can return the goods within fourteen days, but what are the options? Do you have to painstakingly pack things in a box and go to the post office with it, only to find out that you have to pay a double-digit amount for shipping? If a brand values its customers, they will not only pay for the shipping, but will also pick up the goods for free directly at your home.
If they also offer
tailoring options , even better. Either by mail or at one of their locations. After all, if we can fly into space, why can't we have our pants shortened from the comfort of our living room?
You don't pay shipping with us. If the clothes don't fit you, you can easily return them, exchange them, or have them custom-made for you.
Enjoy your shopping!
