Pakistani shoppers are getting the taste of the new hot trend that has become mainstream internationally: a virtual shopping experience. Gone are the days when shopping was an activity where you had to go out and grab whatever’s available. These days it’s all about purchasing the best buys online. Socially aware shoppers know that buying clothes isn’t just about the price. It’s about the fun experience that comes with it. The process of deciding what looks good on you verses what’s in store can be a drag when nothing on the shelf will suit you. Luckily we have some great online shopping websites available to us now that make sure all our favorite things are only a click away!
The most popular shopping website for women apparel is daraz.pk which has an array of local and international brands to choose from. What’s great about this site is that you can narrow down your search by price, color, size, season or collection and a highly recommended user rating! If that doesn’t suit you then you can always enter keywords in the search bar and voila; you get instant access to your favorite designer, brand or product. If you want to buy something new and different, then there are also a good number of brands available that aren’t very famous but have fabulous pieces on the site that you can discover and experiment with!
Another website is kaymu.pk , a website that offers cash on delivery and even gives you special discounts on specific products. It’s very easy to direct yourself to the exact thing you want to buy since they have organized sections for every category of clothing down to the little ones like accessories and undergarments. This site has eastern and western wear available and every item has its seller information right under it so you know what companies to keep an eye out for in terms of quality and reliability. Kaymu.pk also regularly offers amazing deals for customers so if you want to stock up on a pair of tights or shrugs, this is your go-to place.
Something great for all beautyholics out there is justforgirls.pk, an online portal dedicated to selling makeup and beauty products. This website features beauty trends as well as product reviews so it’s great for purchasing information and inspiration. It has a weekly roundup of special offers as well so you can buy those high-end products at lower prices than the market and to top it all off, if you spend a certain amount of money, they even give you a free gift! BnBaccessories.com is also a good place for girls to shop online. It not only offers clothing but also shoes, accessories and bags as well as a large supply of jewellery. What you’ll love about this one is that they have great prices and daily deals on a limited number of items. Lastly, shopdaily.pk is a new addition to the mix; it’s simple, convenient and has brands that you won’t normally find in retail stores. If you want to shop for someone and don’t know what they like, you can avail their cute gift cards and save yourself the trouble. Shopping has never been this easy!
Once you’ve visited these sites, you’ll recognize how fast and effortless it can be to shop for yourself when you’re home bound or simply too lazy to drive all the way to a mall. However, to make sure you don’t end up wasting your hard earned money; here are five tips to remember while shopping online:
- Register yourself or make an account on the website so you receive newsletters with the newest deals and remain updated on prices.
- Know your measurements and pick out sizes that you are sure that will fit you.
- Contact customer services for inquires or complaints. Most of these websites offer IM or phone numbers for you to avail.
- Enter your shipping details correctly and inform them if you’d like to receive your order at a certain time only. (This will save you from missing your package if you’re out of the house)
- To avoid risky purchases, rely on reviews and ratings that are available for the website and on the website (for whatever you’re purchasing). It’s important to know who you’re buying from just as much as what you are buying.
Keep in mind that online shopping is not like regular shopping, you can’t always return or exchange unless you have a really good reason like damaged goods or counterfeits. So take your time, enjoy browsing the website in the comfort of your home and buy only what you need and like. Then all you have to do is wait for that package to arrive, and when it finally does, you’ll get a thrill out of it like somebody just sent you a birthday present! Happy shopping ladies.
Contributed by Yumnah Fatimah student of mass communication and Aspiring writer.
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