Online Shopping at a Great Price

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(Graphic by Lena Yang)
(Graphic by Lena Yang)

There are few things in life that could be better than shopping from the comforts of your bedroom. Not to mention the excitement of receiving and opening that package you just ordered in the mail; the feeling is comparable to the bliss of Christmas morning.

Being a veteran online shopper and a university student living under a tight budget, there are two things that I always avoid: shipping fees and duty taxes. There is nothing more heartbreaking than adding those leather shorts that youโ€™ve been eyeing for eons to your cart, only to discover that shipping costs an extra $20 at checkout, with an additional payment of duty taxes upon arrival. Iโ€™ve been there and the experience was nothing less than awful.

So if you want to find unique, stylish items at great prices while avoiding annoying extra costs, and get the best out of your online shopping experience, the following are five online stores that you will not regret checking out.

Romwe

With new arrivals everyday and a huge selection of clothing, a good hour is needed to discover everything that Romwe has to offer. If you are a lover of tights, this website has the cutest array imaginable. You can also get 15 per cent off towards your first purchase.

Sheinside

Similar to Romwe, Sheinside is updated with new arrivals on a daily basis and offers a wide variety of apparel. On the hunt for the perfect winter jacket at a super affordable price? Definitely check out Sheinsideโ€™s โ€˜Outerwearโ€™ section! If you are a first-time shopper, you can also receive 15 per cent off.

Choies

Choies offers clothing for both guys and gals. If you are a die-hard shoe fanatic, you absolutely NEED to visit this site because they offer some amazing replicas of designer duds! After drooling over the shoes, give some attention to Choiesโ€™s great clothing selection as well.

Oasap

The highlights of Oasap are definitely its selection of shoes and accessories. The bags and purses among the accessories are especially worth your time. But donโ€™t forgo taking a look at Oasapโ€™s clothing because you can always find something that youโ€™ll fall in love with.

ย Missguided

If you love American Apparel but arenโ€™t a fan of its expensive price tag, Missguided is perfect for you. Sift through its โ€˜Topโ€โ€™ section, and youโ€™ll find unique crop tops, bracelets, and bodysuits that completely beat American Apparel. That โ€˜Sweet Dealโ€™ section will also become your best friend in no time. If this site spurs your interest, visit as soon as possible because free shipping to Canada is a limited time offer.

Youโ€™re in for a treat because a minimal purchase amount is not necessary to receive free shipping for any of these websites. However, the only downside is that shipping tends to take a while. Hey, they say patience is a virtue, and from my experience, the wait is totally worth it. Happy shopping everyone but donโ€™t get too naughty with your credit cards!


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