Outrage as shoppers charged premium for larger sizes
Shopping online is undeniably convenient, especially if you don’t want to face the instore crowds, but the catch is you have to remain vigilant and wary.
One UK shopper found this out the the hard way this week.
Twitter user @BeckyBedbug was about to purchase a dress from online retailer ASOS, when she checked her cart and noticed something didn’t quite add up.
Double checking the statement, Becky realised that she had been charged an additional $15 by the retailer, just for ordering a plus size dress.
Becky wasn’t having any of it, and immediately took to Twitter to express her fury.
The response has been mixed, with some users pointing out more material is required for bigger sizes, but others arguing smaller sizes should be cheaper.
ASOS did respond to Becky’s Tweet, but noted that because they did not manufacture the dress in question they had no sway in the individual charges.
What’s your take on the situation? Do you think Becky is right to complain about being charged more for a bigger dress? Or are the retailers in the right?
Share your thoughts in the comments below.
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