Sami C.
You get what you pay for (this is alibaba.com)
We were pleasantly surprised that the dress arrived in 19 days rather than the 'up to 40 days' that were advertised. The material looked like velvet in the picture, but is made of 'bike short spandex'. There is no boning in the bodice, but rather, gathered material that looks like boning. The gloves that came with the dress have squared-off fingers that make the gloves look very odd when put on. I suppose you get what you pay for and it was only $99. Also, this company is actually alibaba.com, so you can probably find it cheaper on there, and knowing that now, it makes sense why the dress and gloves look the way they do.
Response from ShopstylesharkFeb 20, 2026
Hi Sami, Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback. We’re glad to hear your order arrived sooner than the estimated delivery window at the time. Regarding the fabric and construction — product materials are listed in each item description, and that particular style was designed with a stretch fabrication rather than structured boning. We understand that texture and structure can sometimes feel different in person compared to photos, and we appreciate you noting your experience. We would also like to clarify that Shop Style Shark is an independent boutique and not affiliated with Alibaba. We work with a range of suppliers and manufacturers, and since 2022 we have made several updates to our sourcing standards to further elevate quality and construction across our collections. We value feedback and continuously refine our product selection to ensure the best possible experience for our customers. — The Style Shark Team