I often get questions on Instagram about how to shop at SheIn. Every look you see featured today has an item from SheIn including this adorable gingham dress. With a few easy tricks, I have had a lot of success shopping at the site. Yes, I do work with them (i.e. they send me free clothing), but this post is not sponsored. They do not pay me. I just thought I’d pass along what I have learned along the way.
How to Shop at SheIn
- Expect the quality you pay for – For the most part, items at SheIn are $20 or less. You cannot pay under $20 and expect designer quality. If you shop at Forever21 or places of the like, the quality is similar.
- Order sizes by measurements – I keep my measurements on a note in my phone. Each time I order a piece, I order by the measurements. The sizes vary and are not always the same as US sizes. I’ve also found that the sizes on item types are not always the same across the board. I always check on each item what I will wear by my measurements, and I have never gotten the wrong size that way.
- Scrutinize the photos and reviews – Often there are many photos of the actual garment on the model and of people who have bought it. I check these and reviews.
- Be prepared to wear slips/camis – Related to number one above, dresses and tops are often not lined and sometimes need slips or camis. This doesn’t bother me when I remember the price, but if you are a person who prefers a lined garment, you might consider not ordering specific items.
- Shipping takes a while – Because it is coming from overseas, shipping usually takes about 2 weeks. If you are ordering for a specific event or season, be sure to plan in advance. Also, because of the long shipping time you usually need to wash and iron items before wear.
3-D Floral Blouse, $18 (I added the cami) – original post here
One Shoulder Ruffle Dress (not wearing a slip), $28 – original post here
Bell Sleeve T-Shirt, $10 – original post here
Floral Wrap Dress, $26 (I did not feel like I needed a slip), – original post here
Embroidered Dress (wearing a slip underneath), $19 – original post here
Bow Back Gingham Top (I added the cami because of the open back not because of the quality of the top), – original post here
Let me know if you have any questions or if there is anything you wanted to know that I didn’t cover! Happy Friday everyone. Also, sorry I have been a little MIA from the blogging world this week. With our move and a few related snafus, things have been a little crazy. I hope things settle down next week and I can get back into the normal swing of things.
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Awesome tips! I bought a coat from them and read the reviews carefully beforehand and when it came I absolutely loved it!
Beauty & Colour | Vegan Lifestyle Blog
These looks are really really cute! Love it a lot <3
X merel
http://www.andathousandwords.com
I have never bought from them but keep on seeing their pieces all over so might check them out. I think your tips are good for other online stores as well, so thank you so much for sharing 😉 Hope you are having a fab weekend! Xx
Saida | She talks Glam
These are all really great tips and I love all of your outfits from SheIn! For me, I learned that I only like to buy items where there are reviews and if there are customer photos. I have gotten a few items where it was so different than how it looked on the model!
Tina
http://www.justatinabit.com
I think SheIn has totally upped their game over the past year! So many of my favorite wardrobe staples are from there. Love all of these look So amy Ann!
Heidi || Wishes & Reality
That bell sleeved tee shirt is GORGEOUS, especially with those striped cuffs 🙂 but again, it’s your immaculate sense of style that transforms something with a price tag of $10 into an outfit that could ever so easily walk the runway, Amy xo
I just love the gingham print and the ruffle blue dress, they are so feminine and nice!
http://thewonderfashion.blogspot.com
All these outfits look beautiful on you…babe…I love Shein a lot too. kisses, Neha
http://www.theinstylejournal.com/
I ADORE all the outfits!
Keep up with the good work,
xx, Kris
https://dreamingofpink.wordpress.com
Love this post! I shop and love SheIn so much — your tips are right on point!
Xoxo,
Ashley || Sed Bona
Great tips! Thanks for sharing!
Great tips and beautiful pieces! I love the first gingham top! Have a nice weekend!
http://violettedaily.com
You have plenty of amazing pieces from the shop! You’ve completely showcased how to rock affordable pieces and make them look more expensive!
Jessica | notjessfashion.com
Love how helpful this post! I’ve been wanting to order from them but have been scared!!
Love this post, Amy Ann! I’ve wondered about Sheln (or is it Shein? ) and recently ordered a bunch of tops from them. I think you break down the whole shopping process perfectly. Plus, you make all of their clothes, regardless of price look like a million bucks! Love all your looks!
Mary
http://marymurnane.com
SheIn has so many fabulous designs! Love these outfits you picked! =)
– Cielo
Mermaid in Heels
Totally agree with checking the sizes. And they do have some really cute pieces, just have to look for them!
http://www.mylittlenest.org
The sizing is key!! Measuring yourself properly and seeing where the items will hit is so important for getting the right size and helps so much! You can really get some great items by paying attention to things like that!
You make each of these pieces look like you paid top dollar for them. You did a great job styling and may have even made me think of checking shein out.
xoxo…Beth
http://www.settlingsouthern.com
You have a tremendous talent for making inexpensive pieces look like a million bucks. I love every single one of your creative, polished and beautiful looks!
xo Elizabeth | stylewich.com