An Instagram store can make anything look perfect. Soft light, glowing model, and that caption "last piece left, DM fast". But when the parcel comes, the colour is different, the fabric feels cheap and the seller stops replying. So before you pay, do this small check.

How To Check If An Instagram Clothing Store Is Genuine

Don't just see the first 9 posts. Scroll down properly. A genuine store will have old posts, customers tagging them, real comments - not just hearts and fire emojis.Also see when the page was made. Are the photos their own? Take one or two pictures and search them on Google image search. If the same dress is on Shein or some other store, it is a copy-paste page.

Customer Reviews On Instagram: Where To Look

Don't go by highlights. Obviously seller will only put good reviews there. Check the tagged section. That's where real buyers post what they got.Look for photos clicked in normal light, not studio shots. And read the negative comments also. How the seller replied to them matters. If the seller is replying calmly, it's a good sign. If comments are deleted or comments are off, think twice.

Return And Exchange Policy: Get It In Writing

  • "Return available" written on the story means nothing later. Before paying, ask clearly -Is it return or only exchange?
  • Who will pay for return shipping?
  • How many days do I have to return?
  • Do I need to make an unboxing video? Take screenshot of whatever they say. Many pages write in small - no return on sale items or custom stitching. Read that properly.

Fabric Details And Size Chart

Premium fabric is not a fabric name. Ask them - is it cotton, georgette, crepe, polyester blend? Ask for a small video in daylight. Video shows the real colour and fall of the cloth.For size, take one kurta from your wardrobe that fits you well. Measure it and compare with their size chart. Don't order by saying "M is my usual size" because size is different in every store.

Safe Payment Options For Instagram Shopping

This is where most people lose money. If seller says only advance payment to personal GPay or personal account, and no COD or payment link, stop there.Try to pay via proper link or go for COD if available. Check if UPI name matches business name. And keep all chats, bills, payment screenshots till you get the parcel and like it.

Conclusion

There are many good Instagram stores also, really nice ones. They don't mind your questions. They will send you fabric video, give you clear return policy. If a seller gets irritated because you are asking questions, that itself tells you how they will behave after you pay.

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