Online Shopping Disasters That Will Make You Think Twice

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

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Ebay. s0_0k/reddit

Buying clothes from China be like:

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Tsudlexip/imgur

Ordered a Minnie Mouse birthday cake for my niece and this is what I got:

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Bonappetitties/imgur

Why checking the size before buying is important:

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SarahMagz/imgur

I hope you got a refund.

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2Mana4U/reddit

When you get a hippo-looking costume instead of the Monsters Inc. one.

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Qwertstormer/reddit

Not eggcellent at all!

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Ebay, ArthurJMunoz/reddit

When you end up sporting The Little Mermaid’s costume.

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deathvalley/imgur

A total McDisappointment.

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Sumstufffofun/imgur

Do you think Gordon Ramsay would be proud?

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Giggitygiggityya/reddit

 

This blanket from Wish won’t keep me warm, unfortunately.

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Jerrinq/imgur

We won’t mind receiving this googly eyed flowers.

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catfor/reddit

This is what fashion looks like nowadays.

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Porcelain1984/imgur

McDonald’s got it pretty close to the photo this time around.

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mpaug/reddit

Major felting project fail.

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MDIT80/reddit

This is why you should never trust the photos you see on the menu.

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AshleyJean615/reddit

A slice of a slice of a chocolate cake.

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yourlocalheidi/reddit

This giant teddy bear must be a model with its extra long legs!

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hoanihoani/imgur

Who ordered this Elsa cake? Wait…I mean this horse cake?

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cyber_loafer/reddit

Perspective is everything.

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flamero/reddit

 

Whilst this is a mess up, the dress on the right is still wearable at least!

Negative Side Of Online Shopping wrong print
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A few alterations and this wouldn’t be too bad…

People Regretted Shopping Online blue dress
pikabu

Always check the soles of your shoes before buying where possible!

People Regretted Shopping Online boot imprints
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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
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How you think you look vs how you really look…

People Regretted Shopping Online leo socks
pikabu

When you get 50% off but only receive one shoe!

People Regretted Shopping Online one shoe
reddit

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
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Don’t be deceived by a good picture and a cheap price!

People Regretted Shopping Online red and white dress
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Well, you get what you pay for!

People Regretted Shopping Online smart watch
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This person should have no problem getting a refund!

People Regretted Shopping Online sunglasses
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Are you supposed to glue the tassels yourself or something?

People Regretted Shopping Online tassle dress
reddit

When buying from foreign countries, always check the sizing charts provided!

People Regretted Shopping Online two piece
reddit

Amusing Photos That Reveal The Negative Side Of Online Shopping

A sorry excuse for an item of clothing!

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Spot the difference!

Negative Side Of Online Shopping cat phone case
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The girl in the dress on the right was probably not feeling red carpet ready!

Negative Side Of Online Shopping dress fail
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False advertising at its finest.

Negative Side Of Online Shopping expected vs reality shorts and top
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Would you prefer to receive an item too big or too small?!

Negative Side Of Online Shopping giant tweezers
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Buying your prom dress online can be a huge risk!

Negative Side Of Online Shopping graduation dress
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Just a small error here, no big deal…

Negative Side Of Online Shopping incorrect mug
reddit

That is one of the saddest looking Christmas trees we’ve ever seen.

Negative Side Of Online Shopping sad christmas tree
reddit

When you spend $750 on shoes and end up with these…

Negative Side Of Online Shopping sneakers con
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Always read the find print people!

Negative Side Of Online Shopping tights for halloween
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Because mini creatures like to know their weight also?

Negative Side Of Online Shopping tiny scales
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Always buy wigs from a reputable company with reviews!

Negative Side Of Online Shopping wig fail
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How you want to look vs how you end up looking…

Negative Side Of Online Shopping wrinkled body sui
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Have you had your fair share of online shopping disasters? Tell us about it in the comments below.