Your Can’t Try It Before You Buy It!
I think the above title sums up in one sentence the problem and the general feeling with buying womens plus size clothing online. Because you do not have a fitting room, choosing the right online store is important. Conscientious store owners are aware of the potential pitfalls and do their best to eliminate the risk for their valued customers. Ask yourself the following questions.
- Are they knowledgeable about womens plus size clothing?
- Are their clothes priced below value, fair value or above value?
- How quickly do they respond to your needs?
- Do they have a good exchange policy if you get your order wrong?
- Do they have a good money back guarantee?
Are they knowledgeable about womens plus size clothing ?
One size does not fit all and each person is unique and especially when it comes to plus size women. Choosing a plus size clothing store who is aware of the different body types and how to fit them can be an invaluable asset.
Are their clothes priced below value, fair value or above value?
One of the complaints I’ve come across on blogs from plus size women is the cost of the item compared to the value of what they actually receive. I’ve compared a lot of prices online and in my opinion far too many charge way too much for the quality of item they are selling. So look around at different stores compare and contrast the differences before deciding if you are getting the quality for the price you deserve.
How quickly do they respond to your needs?
Communication is one of the most important aspects of buying plus size clothing online. How quickly they address your needs is a good indicator of how much they value your business. Generally speaking a company should respond to your email attempts within hours of contacting them. One word of advice, be sure to check your spam filter before getting upset and just assuming they ignored your message as far to often a good company gets a bad rap for good spam filters.
Do they have a good exchange policy if you get your order wrong?
Regardless of your precautions, getting the wrong size can happen to anyone and especially if you are new to the their stores sizing. Having a good exchange program is exrement valuable and can lower the risk involved until you get it right. Look for a store that not only allows exchanges but will also pay to have it shipped back to you lowering your shipping cost of exchange. The reason that a store would do this is because they know that once you get it right you will be more likely to shop with them again and again.
Do they have a good money back guarantee?
If all else fails and you are simply not happy with your product the best companies will allow you to return them for a refund so that you do not loose your entire investment. Be sure to check the return policy before making your purchase. If you cannot find a link to return policy on their website, be sure to email them and ask.
A good online plus size clothing store can become a long term friend and is certainly well worth the little time it takes to investigate them. Once you get it right it will make your online shopping experience much more enjoyable for years to come.
Best Regards,
Bobby G. Keith
Designer, Manufacturer and Retailer of womens plus size clothing both trendy and affordable at www.plussizesavings.com
