How to Simplify Clothes Shopping Online

No more returns. No more size guessing. Just easy, accurate shopping.

Introduction: Why Online Shopping Is Convenient — but Stressful

Buying clothes online sounds simple — click, buy, wear. But in reality, it’s a minefield of unknowns:

Will it fit?
What size am I in this brand?
Is the colour true to the photos?
Can I return it easily?

The convenience of online shopping often comes with frustration, returns, and wasted money. According to retail studies, over 60% of online clothing returns are due to poor fit — not quality, price, or style.

If you're tired of getting it wrong, there’s good news: tools like Tellar.co.uk are making online shopping simpler, smarter, and tailored to you.

1. Know Your Measurements — Not Just Your Size

The single biggest reason online clothes don’t fit?

We rely on the size label, not actual body data.

A size 12 in Zara ≠ size 12 in COS ≠ size 12 in M&S.

Solution:

Get your chest, waist and hip measurements. That gives you a universal reference point, no matter what the brand calls your size.

🔗 Download a free printable measuring tape from Tellar.co.uk
Or use a soft measuring tape if you have one at home.

2. Use a Sizing Tool That Works Across Brands

Some websites offer sizing tools, but they only work on that one site. What you need is a centralised tool that compares your body to hundreds of brand size charts in one place.

That’s exactly what Tellar.co.uk does:

✅ Enter your measurements once

✅ Instantly get your size in 1,500+ brands

✅ No app, no extension, no signup required

🔍 Try the Store Size Lookup Tool now

3. Stick to Brands That Consistently Fit You

Once you know which brands match your body shape, build a shortlist. This helps you:

Shop faster
Reduce returns
Build a capsule wardrobe that actually fits

Tellar lets you store your favourite brands and compare how each one sizes your body — perfect for streamlining future orders.

4. Save Your Profile to Skip Re-Measuring

If you don’t want to repeat your measurements every time, save your Tellar profile.

Create your account for free here:

➡️ https://www.tellar.co.uk/create-profile/

Your profile securely stores:

Chest, waist, hips
Preferred measurement unit (cm or inches)
Brand-specific size comparisons

➡️ https://www.tellar.co.uk/log-in-page/

5. Use Accurate Filters When Browsing

On most online stores, filters like “Size 10” or “Medium” are vague unless you’re sure that’s your size in that brand.

Instead:

Filter by garment type (e.g. fitted blazer vs relaxed jumper)
Check fabric — stretchy fabrics are more forgiving
Use the Tellar overlay (coming soon via Chrome plugin) to get size advice on supported stores

6. Check Return Policies — Before You Checkout

Even when you're confident in the fit, returns happen.

Before you buy:

Look for free returns (especially for international sites)
Check the return window (some sales items are non-returnable)
Save the return label PDF or confirmation email

Tip: Avoid shops that only offer credit notes unless you’re 100% sure you’ll shop there again.

7. Avoid Buying Multiple Sizes "Just in Case"

Ordering 3 sizes of the same item might feel like the safe bet — but it’s expensive, unsustainable, and often leads to:

Delayed refunds
Return charges
Decision fatigue

Using Tellar saves you from this guesswork. You’ll know the best size for your exact body before you add to cart.

Real Example: One Body, Five Brands

Let’s say your measurements are:

Chest: 90 cm
Waist: 72 cm
Hips: 97 cm

Here’s how Tellar.co.uk maps your size:

Brand	Recommended Size
Zara	M
Mango	M/L
COS	14
H&M	12
White Stuff	12

With Tellar, there’s no more guesswork — just answers.

8. Stay Organised With a Digital Fit Journal

Keep a quick reference doc or note on your phone with:

Your measurements
Your size in common brands
Notes like “Next jeans run tight” or “M&S blazers roomy in the shoulders”

It saves time when shopping seasonally or during sales.

But even better — just let Tellar.co.uk store and manage that data for you.

9. Follow Brands with Consistent Sizing & Shape Logic

Some brands change their sizing frequently. Others maintain consistent fit rules year after year.

Brands with relatively consistent sizing include:

White Stuff
Uniqlo
Boden
Reiss (formalwear)
H&M (conscious basics)

If you find one that works for you, use Tellar to find other brands with similar shape logic.

10. Use Tellar.co.uk — Your Personal Sizing Assistant

If you want to simplify online shopping for good, just bookmark Tellar.

You’ll shop faster, smarter, and more confidently — without ever opening another size chart.

Follow Tellar.co.uk for More Shopping Shortcuts

Instagram: @Tellarsizing
Twitter (X): @Tellar100
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/TellarUK
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TellarSizing

Final Thought: Shopping Shouldn’t Be a Puzzle

Online shopping should feel easy — not like detective work.

With your measurements, brand-specific sizing, and a personalised profile, you can finally buy clothes that fit first time.

🟢 Get started with Tellar.co.uk today — It’s Free & Easy