Shein Try-On: September

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This month’s Shein haul is a GOOD one. All the fall vibes in this haul and I’m so excited to share with you all! If you want to check out lat month’s haul, click HERE. Otherwise stay tuned for this month’s pieces!

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Fall is in full swing here so I definitely went all out sweaters and cozy vibes for this order. I know not all of you live in climates that allow you to wear sweaters yet, but take advantage of my discount code while it lasts to get this sweaters ahead of time for when the weather allows for you to wear them! They’re good which means there’s no guarantee how long they’ll stay in stock!

Striped Oversized Sweater

$28 Size L

OKAY. This sweater is the one item you need from this try-on… if you don’t buy anything else, BUY THIS! I love the look of this sweater, plus it is incredible quality! I should have gotten my regular size, but as you know I always size up with Shein so I am wearing a Large here and it is really big. Comes in a tan stripe option too which is just as cute! Odds are I’ll order that one too for how much I love this sweater!

Tie Front Thermal Top

$18 Size L

This top is so fun with the color blocking. It’s not something I would normally reach for but I thought it was a fun change to what I usually reach for! It also comes in a black, white, and grey combo too, if you’re more into neutrals. This top totally reminds me of my favorite Urban Outfitters button down thermals that I have in a bunch of colors. Runs pretty true to size and feels super soft and cozy!

Leopard Print Denim Skirt

Size L $14

If you follow me on Instagram you may have noticed my favorite fall outfit. Sweaters and skirts are such a fun way to transition into the cooler months while it’s not too cold to have bare legs! I love a good denim skirt and although the denim doesn’t feel of the utmost quality, I can see myself wearing this all season long with a cozy sweater front tucked in like in the photo above! My sweater is also from Shein last year, and is still available. I’ll link it below!

Striped Sweater & Babydoll Dress

$18 Size L // $8 Size L

I thought these last two pieces looked cute together, this dress is only $8 (shook) and comes in a handful of colors. It is slightly sheer so I’ll wear a slip with it when I wear it out of the house. It is such a flattering silhouette with the shape of the seam, it’s dramatically curved which gives a slimming effect, love it!

This sweater is under $20 and super versatile! I know I’ll get a ton of wear out of it for fall. I love it paired with my favorite OTK boots (currently on sale too)!

Thanks for checking out this month’s Shein finds! I really love sharing these try-ons with you all so I’m happy to see that they’ve been such popular posts on SbJ! Let me know what piece was your favorite in the comments below, and as always, thanks for reading!

xo

Shein Try-On: Summer Outfits!

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I have been ordering more and more from Shein these days so I thought it could be fun to start a new series on here with my monthly hauls! I can review each item with sizing, and pricing info so you can confidently shop. If you are curious about what Shein is about, or want tips and tricks for ordering from this huge online retailer, click HERE to read my post detailing FAQ about quality, shipping time, and tons of suggestions for how to make the best of your shopping experience at Shein.

Tips and Tricks for Shopping at Shein!

For this order, I wanted to be sure I got some great pieces that I could wear on my trip to Louisiana at the end of the month. It’s super hot there and I don’t have a lot of “summer” clothes since I live in Oregon, so I stocked up on some items that I’d be comfortable wearing traveling and in the heat of the South.

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1. Tie Dye Off Shoulder Top

This top is so fun! I got a medium (my true size), it didn’t have many reviews but I assumed it would run a little big since it’s boxy and flowy. I was correct! A medium fit me so perfectly. Shein sizing can be tricky but I tend to order up in size unless I feel an item will be oversized like this one. I LOVE this top! It is amazing quality and was only $16!

2. Lace Trimmed Cami

This top is a great dupe for the lace cami that is always on sale during the Nordstrom Anniversary sale. It sold out super fast this year as it does every year, this cami is a fraction of the cost coming in at $12. Qualirty is comparable to the Nordstrom one as well, this one actually has a little stretch to the fabric which I love! It comes in red too, I sized up to a large.

3. Lace Duster

This duster is my favorite piece from the whole order! I’ve been on the hunt for a lace kimono/duster like this for a while and I ordered this one with my fingers crossed. It is perfect! Comes in at a great length that I could easily wear with a pair of shorts, or even a dress. It comes in one size but fits like a true medium. I’m pretty broad too, so if you’re a large you’d probably be fine with this piece too! It costs a whopping $19 (LOL).

4. Floral Ruffle Skirt

This skirt is so cute and fun, and only $9! Like I said above, I normally try to size up when shopping at Shein, but for some reason I got my true size medium with this skirt and it is clearly too small. I still love it though! This style of skirt has been really popular this summer, I love the girliness of the style paired with a cool graphic tee, it really makes for a fun outfit.

Thanks for tuning in for this first post in my Shein Try-On series! I’m so excited for next month’s haul - get ready for all things fall! Woohoooo!

xo

Tips and Tricks for Shopping at Shein!

Shein is totally one of those retailers that seems too good to be true. I can agree that it feels totally crazy that this website can get away with selling $10 t-shirts and $15 jeans, but if you’ve seen the targeted ads on your facebook, you know that this is a real thing. So the question is, how good is this stuff, actually? Will I really be getting what I see in the picture? How to I ensure that I order a quality item? Well, I’m here to answer all of those questions and more in this post! I get DM’s on Instagram whenever I share Shein pieces with questions about what I really think about shopping there, I hope in this blog post I can answer everything you’ve ever wondered about shopping at Shein.com.

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1. Look for items displayed on a model.

   I try to only purchase an Item that is displayed on a person, not just a hanger. If I order an item displayed on a hanger, chances are I’ve seen the piece on another blogger or friend! You can check their Instagram pages @sheinofficial and @shein_us and view tagged pictures to view items on customers and bloggers. Their hashtag is #sheingals or #sheinus which should also bring up plenty of pictures featuring Shein items.

2. Check Instagram

Head to Shein’s Instagram page and check out the tagged photos! Also check out their hashtags (#sheingals #shein). I love to see how an item will look on a real person and not just in the styled stock photo on a retailer’s website, Instagram is a great resource for that. Also be sure to check out hauls and try-on’s from your favorite bloggers, I have a bunch saved in my “Shein” highlight on my Instagram profile page. I have found some of the best pieces by ordering items I’ve seen other people share in their Instagram stories!

3. Read Item Reviews

1. This goes hand in hand with with the first tip! Read the reviews and look for the reviews with customer photos. This helps especially well with “One- Size” items. I tend to only order items that have amazing reviews with pictures attached.

   4. Pay Attention to Sizing

   Sizes are all over the place for each item on Shein. Grab a tape measure whenever in doubt and physically measure your body and compare to the detailed info they provide on their site. I tend to size up when I’m feeling unsure, but always measure if you’re on the fence! I’ve ordered items in my normal size that could fit a chihuahua so I always measure twice and reference their sizing before placing my order.

   5. Plan to Wait For Your Order

   Shipping can sometimes take a whilt, so expect to wait! Since items are coming from over seas, items can take anywhere from one week to three weeks to arrive, so don’t place an order with items you need ASAP, just in case it takes on the longer end of the spectrum to arrive. If I am ordering for an event or a shoot I will always order a month in advance to make sure that 1) the item arrives on time, and 2) I also have time to find a replacement in case the item is not what I expected. You can always expedite shipping if it’s super important as well! I have also gotten lucky and ordered items that have taken less than a week to arrive, it all really just depends by item.

   6. Returns are Not Necessarily Worth it

   There have only been two items total that I’ve received from Shein that have not worked out for me. I decided it would be easier to donate the items than deal with returns since I’ve heard returns can be a huge hassle and shipping costs tend to be more than the items price anyway, I have never actually experience it myself though. I have heard you can pay a few bucks for insurance that makes returns more affordable which is always an option as well! Returns are accepted 30 days from purchase, some items are non-returnable though so double check the fine print before ordering!

   7. Be Prepared for a Wrinkles

   This is where I give you the number one advice that you will ever get for online shopping from ANY retailer, not just Shein. INVEST IN A STEAMER. Items ordered online tend to come in a crumpled mess. Remove the wrinkles before you wear your online items out and about. I promise them they’ll look ten times better and higher quality than if you rock the wrinkles. This is the portable steamer I use. It’s super affordable and works like a charm, also fits well in a suitcase if you travel frequently!

Overall I have had pretty great success with my purchases from Shein! Items are affordable and on trend, great for the fashionista who likes to change things up seasonally without breaking the bank. I hope these tips help to make your Shein shopping experience fun and easy. If you have questions that I didn’t answer in this post, leave them in the comments below or shoot me a DM on Instagram.

xo

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