The age-old saying, “You get what you pay for,” is something everyone hears at least once in their lifetime — usually when they fall for a deal that ended up being too good to be true.
With online shopping becoming the first choice for many, buyer’s remorse is more prevalent than ever before. And thanks to social media, we can enjoy the sorrows of ripped-off shoppers, anywhere, anytime!
Whether you’ve been a victim of online shopping expectations that didn’t match reality or just know someone who has, sometimes laughing at it is the best way to get over the disappointment.
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1. Lady In Red
I cringe inside every time I hear someone say they bought a prom or a wedding dress online, and this is why. It’s not worth the risk, people!
2. You Had One Job!
“A friend ordered two snapbacks with a custom image. This happened.”
The person who made these hats either takes things way too literally, or they don’t know how to open an image file.
3. Image Not To Scale
What is this? A scale for ants?! I really hope they ordered this knowing it was a toy, but if the internet has taught me anything, it’s that online shoppers don’t always read the fine print.
4. It’s A Trap!
“In an unusual turn of events, Amazon has decided to mail me 72 Chinese Finger Traps instead of my multivitamin.”
At least they’re more fun than vitamins!
5. The Classic Bait And Switch
“They weren’t wrong…”
Oh, OK, so we’re going to play it that way now, are we? You can’t see my face, but it’s super unimpressed with your sneaky antics, internet!
6. This Is Why I Have Trust Issues
“Trust me, I’m salty.”
You bet I’d be writing one salty review for that online shop. “I’m a pepper.” WHO EVEN SAYS THAT?!
7. I See What They Did There
My guess is Trades Van Centre didn’t appreciate this eBay seller’s sense of humor. I’m picking up what they’re putting down, though. Dad jokes for the win!
8. Major Shampoo Explosion!
OK, I doubt this is shampoo, but whatever this can actually is (mousse?), it’s nothing but a hot mess now. Thanks, Obama!
(You know, because people like to blame random, unrelated crap on him.)
9. These Boots Weren’t Made For Walking
But at least no one will mess with her Barbie now? This is why all Halloween costume accessories should be bought at secondhand stores.
10. Strung Along
“I knew I was taking a gamble ordering from Wish…but still, I couldn’t stop laughing when my blanket finally arrived!”
I’ve never heard of Wish, but judging by its products, I should consider myself lucky.
11. Seeing Red
“Prom is so wonderful and magical. It’s going to be one of the most memorable nights of your teenage years — now let me ruin it for you by sending this awful, sorry excuse for a dress,” said the sketchy online store
12. Fanplastic!
Alright, this may be a stupid question, so I apologize in advance. But why on earth would you ever want to wear a clear, plastic bra in the first place?
13. More Like 50 Shades Of Scammed, Amirite?
“My friend ordered 50 shades of grey on eBay, this is what she received.”
I’ve seen a lot of bad online purchases, but this one takes the cake.
14. Security Breach
“Ordered two shirts from Old Navy, received 40 pounds of security tags and a coupon.”
As someone who worked in retail for many years and saw a lot of interesting things, this is a new one.
15. You Got Shoe-ped
“Bought the black shoes on the left at asos.com and ordered a size 7. The shoes on the right are also mine…in a 7.5.”
Note to self: Avoid Wish and asos.com.
16. The Dandelion King
“1-800-Flowers.com I don’t know about this, you guys. I don’t think this is what I ordered.”
Wow, this whole time we thought Scar killed Mufasa, but it was actually 1-800-Flowers.com!
17. Get That Garbage Outta Here!
“@ClemUK: Never buy Jordans online! I am furious.”
“HAAHAHHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA IS THAT HANGMAN ON A SHOE?!?”
Whoever sent this poor guy these shoes did a dirty slam dunk on his soul.
18. The Dollhouse Effect
“Bought a rug online for my room and realised the importance of specifying the size of the product you’re selling.”
If you combined the itty bitty scale and boots from earlier, you’d be well on your way to a nicely styled dollhouse.
19. On The Case
“WHY IS THERE AN APPLE PIE ON JOSHS HEAD??? WHY IS TYLER HOLDING ICE CREAM???”
I’m no Sherlock Holmes, but there’s enough evidence here to know that this online shopper got duuuped!
20. Onions, Baby! Onions!
I’d love to know who thought green onions would be an acceptable substitution for a bouquet of flowers. Do you give that person an award? Or do you fire them?
21. And They’re Like, It’s Better Than Yours
“Now, my straw reaches acroooss the room and starts to drink your milkshake. I…drink…your…milkshake! I drink it up!”
So many milkshake references, so little time.
22. All I Want For Christmas
“So my little cousin wanted a gum ball machine for Christmas and my mom ordered one online…this is what came.”
Why didn’t I think to ask for a gumball machine for Christmas? That’s such a brilliant idea!
23. Something Cheap
“This Vera Wang wedding gown was ordered from the picture on the left. As you can see, this unsuspecting customer was clearly very disappointed with her purchase.”
I’ve said it once, but I’ll say it again: DO NOT ORDER YOUR WEDDING DRESS ONLINE.
Have you ever fallen for an online deal that was too good to be true?
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