Things I buy online:

Ref	Item	Comment
1	Repeat Buys	Speedos, Shell tops.
2	Shoes
3	Jeans	See here
4	Layering tops	T-shirts
5	Loose Jackets
6	Scarves
7	Jewellry
8	Handbags

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Things I would never buy online:

Ref	Item	Comment
1	Bras	I always, always get fitted now and try on loads. Since being properly fitted I realise that even within one brand, each style is different and it makes a huge difference. Half the time, if you think a person is dressed weird, it is due to their bra (not that I have researched this….).
2	Non-layering tops	i.e. summer stuff that is fitted and not meant to be hidden under a jacketI have to try on most tops due to my wide shoulders. I need big necklines, big collars, longer sleeves but tight trunk or I look like a box. Also need to ensure no muffin top.
3	Fitted jackets	See 2) plus long arms means my sleeves are normally “bracelet” length.
4	Shoes I’m unsure about	(see here)
5	Dresses	Being tall, the waist is often in the wrong place.
6	Skirts	Being tall (and old) I don’t like to show my knees (unless for a beach cover-up).
7	Patterns	Recently I bought a striped tank. It looked fine on the model (ha!). Had to send it back.

(or would only buy if they were cheap or the returns policy is great – see here).

Me. 28th September 2012