These People Will Never Shop Online Again

Published on November 15, 2021
With the invention of the internet, a lot of things that people never thought about dramatically changed. One of those things is how we shop for things. Instead of heading to a store, now all we have to do is look something up, click a few buttons, and wait for its delivery. That’s all very well and good, but the major drawback of online shopping is the fact that you can’t physically see what you’re ordering until after it’s been delivered. Here are some examples of people receiving something totally different than what they expected, and we’re not so sure they’ll be trusting online shopping anytime soon again.

You’re Kitten Me

This woman came across this adorable kitty bathrobe that looked super cute and very luxurious and soft. What arrived in the mail looks more like a cat the got caught out in the rain. Not very luxurious at all.

You Re Kitten Me

You’re Kitten Me

Men’s Tank

A lot of people who work out like to get fitness clothing that will show off all of their hard work. This guy wanted to get a minimal tank top that would show off his arms, since he has been trying to grow his muscles. What arrived was unfortunately more like a dress than a tank top. At least it still looked good on him!

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Dino Pillowcase

This well intentioned parent wanted to buy their child what seemed like an adorable dinosaur pillow. After the pillowcase arrived, it turned out that it was actually just a plain pillowcase with a photo of a child sleeping on the dino pillowcase instead. What a terrible disappointment.

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Dino Pillowcase

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Knitted Blanket

Knitted blankets have become quite popular, and it’s easy to see why. These blankets are adorable, cozy, and fun for the whole family. When this person ordered one online, it wasn’t clear if the blanket had simply unraveled on the way or whether it was an Ikea situation. However, it was certainly not a ready to use blanket.

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Selfie Pillow

This person thought that they found the perfect gift idea: a pillow with a selfie of his friend. While in theory it is a great idea, in practice it is nothing short of horrifying. We’ll never really understand who would want a potato shaped pillow with their face on it.

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Husky Pillow

This husky pillow was supposed to be huge, resembling a real life tiger in size. However, when it arrived in the mail, it was the size of a chihuahua instead. We have to say that this kid doesn’t seem too disappointed though.

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Yeezy Sneakers

Yeezy sneakers became all the rage when they were announced, so much so that they immediately sold out when they were released. Additionally, it means that plenty of copycats were made out there. This person thought he snagged a great deal on Yeezys, but it was too good to be true, and he got these slippers instead.

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Apple Watch

Getting an Apple Watch is an extravagant gift, whether for yourself or for someone else. They are quite pricey, and so this guy thought that he had somehow found a great deal on a new one. Unfortunately, in reality, he ended up with a cheap imitation that doesn’t even really resemble the real thing.

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Giant Teddy Bear

This guy wanted to buy his girlfriend an amazing gift because he knows just how much she loves teddy bears. He meant to buy the giant one on the left, but what was delivered looks like a creepy teddy bear with freakishly long human legs.

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Face Mask

Face masks have become quite popular as of late, especially ones with interesting ingredients like charcoal. This woman bought a value pack online, but when she received them, she realized that it was more suited for a kitten than a human face.

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Kiddie Swimming Pool

A great summer time hack is getting a kid’s swimming pool and inflating it so that you can have a pool without all the huge expenses, and then pack it away at the end of summer. However, these roommates got a teeny tiny inflatable that will only fit a few feet at a time.

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A Bit Baggy

Buying clothes online is always tricky because you can’t try them on beforehand. However, this one is just way off the mark. Not only is the dress not fitted at all, it is so huge, even though this woman purchased what she thought was her size. Hopefully they take returns.

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Fashion Tights

Adding some tights to an outfit is a great way to take a summertime outfit and transition into fall. They are also a great way to dress up a casual outfit. The one thing is that you have to be sure you’re ordering ones that fit. When this woman selected “small” tights, she didn’t realize just how small they were going to be.

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Giant Dustpan

Getting a dustpan is a great way to make your life much easier, especially if you’re living on your own for the first time. This girl decided to get a dustpan online, and she opted for the “large” option because she thought that would be even more helpful. However, she didn’t realize it would be half of her height!

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Flamingo Dress

This woman saw this lovely flamingo striped dress and immediately knew that she wanted to order one. She checked the size chart and ordered her size. What came in the mail looked like it was missing half of the dress and was made for a child.

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Bedazzled Prom Dress

Getting a prom dress online is always taking a huge risk. You could end up with an incredible steal, but then this could also happen to you. What this girl thought would be a beautiful dress ended up looking like a real mess.

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A Literal Chainsaw

Getting a chainsaw is a big step in beefing up your toolshed. However, if you’re a big fan of home improvement projects, it can truly come in handy. This guy was very disappointed to see that what came in the mail was a saw made out of chains instead of an actual chainsaw.

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Cat Scratcher Toy

Cat scratcher toys are popular for a reason: cats love them. These blithe animals love jumping and scratching up these posts. One woman ordered a small one for her cat, but as you can see, the cat is really not pleased with the final result.

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A Tiny Scale

This person has been very health conscious for some time now. He has been working out and watching his diet, so he decided to get a scale to see how much his work has been paying off. Unfortunately, this scale looks like it’s made for bugs and not humans.

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Heat Activated Mug Design

Heat activated mugs are a lot of fun: just add some hot liquid, and a design pops up. However, the mug that this woman bought has zero functionality and instead just has a picture of the actual mug that she wanted to order.

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I Love London

There’s nothing quite like traveling, which is why so many people like buying souvenirs to remember their time abroad. However, it’s important to make sure that the souvenir you’re getting actually symbolizes the name of the place you’re visiting, unlike this person’s shirt.

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Is That A Curtain?

When this woman saw this funky dress, she knew that she wanted to get it. However, what came in the mail barely resembled the dress in the photo. Needless to say, it is certainly not the flowy fashion statement she was looking for.

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Is That A Curtain

Is That A Curtain?

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Terrifying Arrangement

Getting a flower arrangement as a gift it always a lovely thing to do. The one thing is that ordering flowers online runs the risk of getting a product that looks totally different from what you thought you were ordering.

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The Grinch’s Tree

Getting a plastic tree is a perfect way to get a more sustainable tree, not to mention that it will save you a lot of money throughout the years. Unfortunately, what this person ended up with looked so different from the picture that it was actually quite depressing.

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Cozy Armchair

Getting a cozy armchair is always a great idea, since it’s important to be comfortable in your own home. This guy probably glossed over the word “boys” in the title of this order, because he ended up with a tiny chair that is certainly not large enough for him to enjoy.

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Following Instructions Blindly

Sometimes following the instructions verbatim is the only way to go, and sometimes, it’s okay to trust your instincts. Most likely, this person did not want a “wee blind” girl on the cake but a wee “blond girl” instead.

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Bite-Sized Pots

Getting a good set of pots and pans is important to make sure you can easily cook yourself delicious homemade meals. However, when you buy a “small” pan, make sure it’s small for humans, not mice.

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Backpack For Kitty

This woman wanted to buy her nephew a trendy backpack as a gift, but unfortunately she didn’t realize that the bag would end up being way too small for any child. In fact, it fit their cat pretty well. Lucky kitty ended up with a nice gift instead.

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A Tent For One…Toddler

This guy decided to go for a last minute camping trip, so he ordered a small tent for one. What he didn’t realize was that it was one small tent, for a child. Luckily for him, he was able to find a new tent in time, so he wasn’t stuck without a place to sleep out in the wilderness.

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Wedding Dress Disaster

Buying a wedding dress is always tricky, so ordering one online is an even more gargantuan task. There are so many small details involved that it is pretty unlikely that you’ll be able to find the perfect dress online, just as this girl found out the hard way. Hopefully she had enough time to find the perfect dress.

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Knockoff iPad

Getting an iPad is a great investment, especially if you are a student. However, it’s important to order one either directly from Apple or an authorized Apple reseller. Otherwise, you might accidentally end up getting a knockoff, just like this poor person did.

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A Small Skirt

The problem with ordering a majority of women’s clothing is that sizes are so arbitrary. Ordering a “small” could mean ordering something that’s your size, or it could mean you’re ordering a skirt that’s small enough for a doll instead.

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The Stuff Of Nightmares

Another trend when it comes to face masks are themed masks. A lot of people like Disney themed things, and this woman was excited to get a Winnie the Pooh mask. However, the mask itself ended up looking terrifying instead of adorable.

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Just What I Ordered

This girl saw this adorable looking outfit advertised online, and she knew that she had to order one for herself. She looked at the size chart and clicked “order.” Unfortunately, like many other times, the size chart was just so off. While the outfit still looks nice, it doesn’t have the same fit that she was looking for.

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Just What I Ordered

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Tiny Crochet Bikini

This crochet bathing suit top gives new meaning to “itsy bitsy bikini.” While getting a small bathing suit top is what a lot of women are looking for, it should be a big larger than the size of a cat. Besides, this cat doesn’t seem too happy to be in a bathing suit at all.

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Xbox Scam

This poor guy thought that he found an incredible deal on an Xbox One, but he learned the hard way to there’s no such thing as a deal that seems too good to be true. He ended up buying an image of the game console. Not only that, the image is pretty bad quality too.

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Jeans, Extra Long Length

It’s always nice when stores offer different lengths for jeans like “short” or “long.” It’s nice the it’s accommodating for people’s varying heights. However, when this guy bought jeans from ASOS, he was pretty sure that they were not 32” as advertised.

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New Coke

When Coca Cola announced that they would be changing the formula for their iconic drink, people lost their minds. “New Coke” didn’t have the same success, and the company quickly went back to the original recipe that we all know and love. We’re sure they won’t make the same mistake again.

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Gender Neutral

Plaid dresses are quite popular, especially in the fall. This girl decided to order one online, but she ended up getting a regular long sleeve plaid shirt that is meant for men. While the shirt could still be used, it was not the cute dress that she was expecting.

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Deep Fryer

Freshly fried potato chips or onion rings are some of the best things you can eat. However, when this restaurant owner ordered a deep fryer, he was surprised to see a cotton candy machine arrived instead. New dessert idea?

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