Spend the few extra bucks for shipping instead of spending more money on things that you might not really need.

5. Be adventurous – Look for things you may be wary of buying online!

I must dispel a fear of online shoppers. For one reason or another, many feel that certain items, like bathing suits, shoes, and jewelry, should not be purchased online.

But sometimes online is the best place to shop for these products.

For example, if you order swimwear online, you can avoid the harsh and impractical light of dressing rooms. Seeing what the suit looks like in natural light will give you a much more realistic idea of what it looks like on you.

As for shoes and jewelry, ordering online allows you to see how these accessories fit in with the rest of your wardrobe.

Again, just be sure to see if the return policy is different for these types of items!

6. Thoroughly investigate the item details.

Most specifically, find information about the proper care of any articles of clothing you may want to buy.

Just as you would in the store, check to see if the item will require special handling.

For example, if it’s dry clean- or handwash-only, that may impact your decision on whether or not you’re going to buy it. 

In addition, the materials used to create the product are also especially important when online shopping. They are a great hint as to the fit and quality of the item.

7. Read customer reviews.

When I am online shopping, I spend a lot of time reading the customer reviews. These can give you a much better image of what the item looks like in person.

Previous customers will provide you with more realistic details about the quality and fit of an item. Take into consideration any comments about whether or not the piece is “true to size.”

That being said, take all comments with a grain of salt.