Online shopping is supposed to be easy, convenient and risk-free. But, what happens when what you buy online turns into a disaster? Here are 20 online shopping disasters that prove checking the feedback corner is essential before buying anything online.
Expectation vs. Reality
![sprinkler-toy](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/sprinkler-toy.jpg)
Buying clothes from China be like:
![extra-small-skirt](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/extra-small-skirt.jpg)
Ordered a Minnie Mouse birthday cake for my niece and this is what I got:
![minnie-mouse-birthday-cake](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/minnie-mouse-birthday-cake.jpg)
Why checking the size before buying is important:
![mini-embroidered-rug-carpet](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/mini-embroidered-rug-carpet.jpg)
I hope you got a refund.
![oreo-madness-dessert](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/oreo-madness-dessert.jpg)
When you get a hippo-looking costume instead of the Monsters Inc. one.
![sully-from-monsters-inc-sleepsuit-pajama](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/sully-from-monsters-inc-sleepsuit-pajama.jpg)
Not eggcellent at all!
![cat-shaped-sunny-side-up](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/cat-shaped-sunny-side-up.jpg)
When you end up sporting The Little Mermaid’s costume.
![little-mermaid-gown](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/little-mermaid-gown.jpg)
A total McDisappointment.
![mcdonalds-cotton-candy-mcfloat](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/mcdonalds-cotton-candy-mcfloat.jpg)
Do you think Gordon Ramsay would be proud?
![brownie-and-peanut-butter-bars-mix](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/brownie-and-peanut-butter-bars-mix.jpg)
This blanket from Wish won’t keep me warm, unfortunately.
![blanket-from-wish](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/blanket-from-wish.jpg)
We won’t mind receiving this googly eyed flowers.
![lion-face-flower-bouquet-in-a-pot](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/lion-face-flower-bouquet-in-a-pot.jpg)
This is what fashion looks like nowadays.
![nylon-hair-net-with-elastic](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/nylon-hair-net-with-elastic.jpg)
McDonald’s got it pretty close to the photo this time around.
![mcdonalds-sausage-biscuit-sandwich](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/mcdonalds-sausage-biscuit-sandwich.jpg)
Major felting project fail.
![red-fox-needlefelting-kit](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/red-fox-needlefelting-kit.jpg)
This is why you should never trust the photos you see on the menu.
![cookies-and-cream-stuffed-french-toast-from-ihop](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/cookies-and-cream-stuffed-french-toast-from-ihop.jpg)
A slice of a slice of a chocolate cake.
![small-serving-of-gluten-free-flourless-chocolate-cake](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/small-serving-of-gluten-free-flourless-chocolate-cake.jpg)
This giant teddy bear must be a model with its extra long legs!
![giant-teddy-bear-with-very-long-legs](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/giant-teddy-bear-with-very-long-legs.jpg)
Who ordered this Elsa cake? Wait…I mean this horse cake?
![elsa-cake](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/elsa-cake.jpg)
Perspective is everything.
![promotional-photography-of-a-swimming-pool](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/promotional-photography-of-a-swimming-pool.jpg)
Whilst this is a mess up, the dress on the right is still wearable at least!
![Negative Side Of Online Shopping wrong print](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Negative-Side-Of-Online-Shopping-wrong-print.jpg)
A few alterations and this wouldn’t be too bad…
![People Regretted Shopping Online blue dress](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/People-Regretted-Shopping-Online-blue-dress.jpg)
Always check the soles of your shoes before buying where possible!
![People Regretted Shopping Online boot imprints](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/People-Regretted-Shopping-Online-boot-imprints.jpg)
To be fair, we think this is simply a case of poor sizing! The pattern and style looks rather matched!
![People Regretted Shopping Online fancy red dres](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/People-Regretted-Shopping-Online-fancy-red-dres.jpg)
How you think you look vs how you really look…
![People Regretted Shopping Online leo socks](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/People-Regretted-Shopping-Online-leo-socks.jpg)
When you get 50% off but only receive one shoe!
![People Regretted Shopping Online one shoe](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/People-Regretted-Shopping-Online-one-shoe.jpg)
Now this one is just outrageous! How can anyone advertise the dress on the left and then send out that thing on the right? Shameful!
![People Regretted Shopping Online panel dress](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/People-Regretted-Shopping-Online-panel-dress.jpg)
Don’t be deceived by a good picture and a cheap price!
![People Regretted Shopping Online red and white dress](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/People-Regretted-Shopping-Online-red-and-white-dress.jpg)
Well, you get what you pay for!
![People Regretted Shopping Online smart watch](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/People-Regretted-Shopping-Online-smart-watch.jpg)
This person should have no problem getting a refund!
![People Regretted Shopping Online sunglasses](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/People-Regretted-Shopping-Online-sunglasses.jpg)
Are you supposed to glue the tassels yourself or something?
![People Regretted Shopping Online tassle dress](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/People-Regretted-Shopping-Online-tassle-dress.jpg)
When buying from foreign countries, always check the sizing charts provided!
![People Regretted Shopping Online two piece](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/People-Regretted-Shopping-Online-two-piece.jpg)
Amusing Photos That Reveal The Negative Side Of Online Shopping
A sorry excuse for an item of clothing!
![Negative Side Of Online Shopping cape](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Negative-Side-Of-Online-Shopping-cape.jpg)
Spot the difference!
![Negative Side Of Online Shopping cat phone case](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Negative-Side-Of-Online-Shopping-cat-phone-case.jpg)
The girl in the dress on the right was probably not feeling red carpet ready!
![Negative Side Of Online Shopping dress fail](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Negative-Side-Of-Online-Shopping-dress-fail.jpg)
False advertising at its finest.
![Negative Side Of Online Shopping expected vs reality shorts and top](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Negative-Side-Of-Online-Shopping-expected-vs-reality-shorts-and-top.jpg)
Would you prefer to receive an item too big or too small?!
![Negative Side Of Online Shopping giant tweezers](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Negative-Side-Of-Online-Shopping-giant-tweezers.jpg)
Buying your prom dress online can be a huge risk!
![Negative Side Of Online Shopping graduation dress](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Negative-Side-Of-Online-Shopping-graduation-dress.jpg)
Just a small error here, no big deal…
![Negative Side Of Online Shopping incorrect mug](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Negative-Side-Of-Online-Shopping-incorrect-mug.jpg)
That is one of the saddest looking Christmas trees we’ve ever seen.
![Negative Side Of Online Shopping sad christmas tree](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Negative-Side-Of-Online-Shopping-sad-christmas-tree.jpg)
When you spend $750 on shoes and end up with these…
![Negative Side Of Online Shopping sneakers con](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Negative-Side-Of-Online-Shopping-sneakers-con.jpg)
Always read the find print people!
![Negative Side Of Online Shopping tights for halloween](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Negative-Side-Of-Online-Shopping-tights-for-halloween.jpg)
Because mini creatures like to know their weight also?
![Negative Side Of Online Shopping tiny scales](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Negative-Side-Of-Online-Shopping-tiny-scales.jpg)
Always buy wigs from a reputable company with reviews!
![Negative Side Of Online Shopping wig fail](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Negative-Side-Of-Online-Shopping-wig-fail.jpg)
How you want to look vs how you end up looking…
![Negative Side Of Online Shopping wrinkled body sui](https://www.awesomeinventions.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Negative-Side-Of-Online-Shopping-wrinkled-body-sui.jpg)
Have you had your fair share of online shopping disasters? Tell us about it in the comments below.