Princess Polly Review

About Princess Polly

A favorite amongst teens and Gen Z, Princess Polly is an Australian online women’s retailer selling fun clothing, accessories, and shoes.

Featured in Forbes magazine as dominating the teenage retail industry in the US, the brand is the triumph of start-up business. Coupled with their TikTok early adoption phase plus Ariana Grande being a fan, Princess Polly saw a huge jump in their sales. It also doesn’t hurt to have 2.2M Instagram and 278k TikTok followers. 

Some of you may have or may not have heard of the brand, so this Princess Polly review will dive into three major apparel categories, customer ratings, promotions, and shipping policies to help you figure out if the brand is right for you.

Overview of Princess Polly

Princess Polly’s overnight success didn’t actually take place overnight. Founded in 2005 in Queensland, Australia, the company started with a single store before moving online. In 2018, with the backing from A.K.A. Brands, they brought the brand over to the U.S. 

The brand takes its inspiration from pop culture, the latest trends, and social media, on top of drawing ideas from fashion eras like the iconic 90s. 

Of course, like any clothing brand, there will always be a few setbacks alongside the enthusiastic fans. That’s why this Princess Polly review has broken down the pros and cons of the brand for you:

Pros

• Instashop available to buy items 
• Sitewide sale
• Specific category to shop based on Influencer, social media platform, and occasion
• Rewards program
• Return policy includes sale items
• Embedded currency converter for the US, Canada, Europe, and UK
• Blog page to know the latest trends and styles 
• College Ambassador program 
• Affiliate program
• Collabs for social media platforms and businesses 
• Princess Polly size chart and conversion for apparel and shoes 
• Afterpay for residents in the US, Canada, UK, Australia, and New Zealand 
• AfterPay and Shop Pay options to split your payments as instalments 
• Standard shipping is free for most regions and countries with a few exclusions on orders exceeding a certain value

Cons

• No plus size options available 
• Earrings, makeup products, undergarments, and makeup brushes or tools exempt from returns 
• A fee of $7 is automatically deducted from your refund to cover return shipping label
• International shoppers outside of the US and Australia required to cover the entire return shipping cost 

Princess Polly has hundreds of items and numerous categories to shop through, so we’ve picked three main categories to focus on in this Princess Polly review: dresses, jackets, and swimwear. This will give you a better understanding of what Polly Princess clothing is all about. 

Princess Polly Dresses Review

Princess Polly dresses come in different prints, styles, colors, and fabrication with subcategories for occasions like party, formal, and casual wear. This Princess Polly review will take a look at three of the best-selling dresses from the brand, all being versatile and easily styled pieces. 

Princess Polly Military Minds Mini Dress

Designed by the brand Lioness, this mini dress has been featured and loved by Instagrammers and influencers for its simplicity and functionality. 

A fitted look with a high neck and ribbed material, the dress is made from viscose and nylon to flatter the body’s natural curves. Since the dress is unlined, it’s perfect for a daytime summer look and can be adjusted to the length of your choice by tightening and loosening the drawstrings. 

Available in US sizes 0 to 12, the dress comes in numerous colors such as:

• Sage
• Beige
• Black
• Blue
• Brown/Camel
• White

Military Minds Mini Dress retails at $67, and is currently on sale for $47. Afterpay and Shop Pay is also available to purchase the dress. 

Princess Polly Novella Mini Dress

Sometimes the simplest dress is the sexiest, and that’s definitely the case with the Novella Mini Dress. A structured dress with a bit of stretch, this popular Princess Polly piece will have you dancing into the night. 

Unlike the previous dress covered in this Polly Princess review, the Novella Mini Dress is lined around the bust. There’s no denying the fact that the neckline here is the showstopper. The sweetheart neckline has a hidden underwire, add in the adjustable straps and you’ve got amazing support. 

The A-line shape has seams that nip and tuck instead of a shapeless dress, this fitted evening dress can be perfect for something formal or a girl’s night out. 

Available in US sizes 0 through 12, the dress comes in three colors:

• Black
• Red
• White 

The Novella Mini Dress retails at $52. Afterpay and Shop pay are available for four interest-free payments. 

Princess Polly Reece Mini Dress

If the first dress in this Polly Princess review is the perfect day look with the second fitting an evening look, then the Reece Mini Dress is your quintessential transition dress. 

Asymmetrical with two thin straps over one shoulder give the dress a fun and edgy vibe, while the ruched material and ruched sides add to the structured and fitted look. The dress is entirely lined, hugging your body with straps you can adjust as needed. 

It’ll be noted here in this Polly Princess boutique review that the dress is made from rayon, a thin fiber, meaning this dress is strictly for summer. 

Available in orange only, it comes in US sizes 0 to 12. The Reece Mini Dress retails at $45, and is available with four interest-free payments through Afterpay or Shop Pay. 

Princess Polly Denim Jackets Review

Princess Polly jackets come in two varieties: denim or corduroy, excluding winter wear or heavy parkas. The only other options available are blazers and oversized sweaters, so it’s safe to say that Princess Polly clothing is more suited for an Australian or California climate.

Since these are a staple in anyone’s closet, this review will cover three distinct Princess Polly denim jackets that can be styled with practically anything.

Princess Polly Easton Jacket 

Inspired by mid to late 80s pop fashion, this fitted and cropped denim jacket is a complimentary piece for any high waisted pair of jeans or summer dress. 

Made entirely of cotton with a faded washed effect, this Princess Polly denim jacket contains two front pockets and a standard collar with silver hardware. It’s simple but classy and the model can be seen rocking it in a video so you get an idea of what it’s like through motion.

Available only in washed black, the denim jacket comes in US sizes 0 to 12. 

The Easton Jacket retails for $67. And can also be purchased with four interest-free payments through Afterpay or Shop Pay. 

Princess Polly Phoenix Denim Jacket

A style that is here to stay is the oversized denim jacket which, like the first jacket mentioned in the Princess Polly review, is also inspired by the fashion from the mid to late 80s. Unlike the first however, oversized denim jackets were loved and sported by everyone, and the same could be said about the present too. 

Made from a cotton and polyester blend, this denim jacket won’t crease and it stretches with each wear so the fit remains comfortable no matter the occasion. The design contains four pockets while the material gives off vintage vibes, fitting for the comfortable style people are going for these days. 

You can find the jacket in six colors:

• Beige
• Pale Blue
• Tan
• Black
• Dark Brown
• Dark Blue

And the jacket has a different size guide:

• XS/S
• S/M
• M/L
• L/XL

The Phoenix Denim Jacket retails for $71, and can be purchased with four interest-free payments through Afterpay or Shop Pay. 

Princess Polly Western Denim Jacket

Similar to the Phoenix jacket, the Western Denim Jacket is oversized and channels the iconic look of the 80s. However, unlike the previous jacket covered in this Princess Polly review, this one is the brand’s bestseller in the denim category.

With the exact same material blend and design as the Phoenix, this Princess Polly exclusive comes with a subtle button contrast that compliments the colours available, so regardless of which colour you choose, the buttons won’t look off or are of a single kind of hardware. 

The jacket comes in five colors:

• Beige
• Pale Blue
• Tan
• Black
• Dark Brown
• Dark Blue 

And has the same sizing as the Phoenix jacket:

• XS/S
• S/M
• M/L
• L/XL

The Western Denim Jacket retails for $71, or is available with four interest-free payments through Afterpay or Shop Pay. 

Princess Polly Swimwear Review

Princess Polly swimwear is divided into bikini sets, tops, bottoms, one-pieces, and cover ups. To make your shopping experience a breeze, we’ve picked two bikini sets to review in this Princess Polly review, both highly rated and bestsellers within this category. 

Princess Polly The Girl Next Door Bikini Set

A baby pink suit is a must during spring and summer when it’s time to pull swimsuits out for a lounging day at the beach. That’s where the Girl Next Door Bikini set comes into play. 

Much like the name suggests, The Girl Next Door Bikini Set comes in a soft baby pink and is made from shirred fabric. It is super forgiving, allowing for any sort of movement, even if you’re just hanging out by the pool. 

The top imitates a bandeau while the bottoms cut high to show off your assets. Most importantly the set takes comfort into consideration so you can relax and show off your suit anywhere you go.

Available only in baby pink, the set comes in US sizes 0 to 12. The Girl Next Door Bikini Set retails at $58, and is currently on sale for $41. Afterpay and Shop Pay are also possible with four easy payments. 

Princess Polly Minka Bikini Set

Whoever said bikinis couldn’t be glamorous will have to eat their words when they come across this set. Inspired by the galaxy, the Minka Bikini Set is glitzy and cheeky at the same time.

If you’re determined to stand out and make a statement at the pool, then this bikini set will do just that. It’s as if Princess Polly took an evening dress and cut it into a swimsuit, giving us the Minka Bikini, available only in silver sparkle. 

Completely made of polyester, the set has an asymmetrical top paired with high-waisted bottoms to expose just the right amount of skin. Despite the glittery appearance, this bikini set is good for functionality and is fairly comfortable, allowing you to move around, dipping in and out of the pool with no worries whatsoever.

It has the same fit as other suits, ranging from US size 0 to 12. Minka Bikini Set retails at $50, and is currently on sale for $23. You can buy the suit using Afterpay or Shop Pay with four interest-free payments. 

Who Is Princess Polly For? 

Princess Polly fashion is meant for Gen Z, catering to fashion for college students or teenagers in high school. That being the case, some clothing categories such as formal dresses and bikinis really have no age limit. Anyone older can easily find something they’re attracted to and would like for their closet.

Comparison: Princess Polly vs. Hello Molly  

With a clearer idea of what the brand offers, this Princess Polly review will now take a look at one of their competitors: Hello Molly. 

Where Princess Polly is more bubbly and trendy, focusing on street style, Hello Molly is meant for a mature demographic looking for feminine styles that are more soft and minimalist. It’s a less funky prints and more lace kind of store.

Launched in 2012, Hello Molly is mainly available for shoppers within Australia or the United States. Although international shipping is offered, orders are placed in either Australian or US currency with no free standard shipping for orders placed outside of those two regions.

The brand also does not have the same environmental commitment and strategies as Princess Polly. If you’re a conscious shopper, this is a major determining factor for which retailer you choose. 

Other than the style and different demographics, Hello Molly also has an additional category which Princess Polly does not—activewear. Their clothing overall is also at a higher price point starting from $57 and higher. The swimwear is also sold separately, so a top would cost you about $30, and the bottom is also the same at $30.

With that in mind, it depends on what sort of vibe you are looking for when it comes to your clothing. Hello Molly appears to cater to an older demographic who are looking to spice up their wardrobe. 

Princess Polly Reviews: What Do Customers Think?

Princess Polly has a positive Trustpilot rating of 4.2/5 stars with over 1,158 reviews. The majority of customers have rated the brand as excellent while 16% of people have erred on the lower end of the review spectrum. 

A recent comment from a shopper who gave five stars writes, “Always enjoy shopping online at Princess Polly! Super fast shipping, great quality and even better fit. The only downside is it’s really bad for my shopping addiction haha.”

Another customer who has also given the brand full stars commented, “Always such an easy process with Princess Polly! Checkout is easy and their shipping is always free as I usually spend over $50 which gives me free express in Australia. Love their vast variety of trendy clothing options, always something for everyone. 

“Also, their sizing has been true to size so far and majority of products have been good quality. Lastly, I absolutely love their efforts towards sustainability in clothing and compostable packaging as well as raising awareness. Overall, they are my go-to for casual and party outfits!”

Is Princess Polly Worth It?

As evident from the reviews and comments, Princess Polly is only worth it for domestic shoppers either within Australia or the US. If you genuinely love Princess Polly for what the brand represents then it’s advised to pay close attention to sizing details. With that being said, we definitely think the brand is worth a try.

Princess Polly Promotions & Discounts 

Princess Polly discount codes can be accessed through a promotions page here. Current promotions and discounts include:

1. A 70% off sitewide on selected items
2. Membership code for 10% off your purchase
3. A birthday discount
4. A student discount
5. A style quiz discount.

Where to Buy Princess Polly

Polly Princess apparel and goods are exclusively available through the brand’s website. 

FAQ

Where is Princess Polly made? 

Princess Polly is big into ethical sourcing, making a point to explain how their products are sourced from suppliers in China.

Is Princess Polly fast fashion?

No, Polly Princess is not fast fashion. However, it does produce fashion that is influenced by and circulated through social media.

Does Princess Polly run small? 

For the most part, this Princess Polly boutique review found the brand claims to be true to size. However, based on reviews, it depends on the specific style you’re going for. For example, the oversized denim jacket is meant to be baggier, however, if you prefer to have a jacket that fits you more, you can also size down. 

What is Princess Polly’s Shipping Policy?

Shipping costs vary depending on your location. In the US, their orders ship from LA and can be sent to the contiguous States along with Puerto Rico. 

Orders $50+:

• Free shipping, to arrive in 3-4 business days
• For 2-day shipping, it will cost $8
• For overnight shipping, it will cost $15

Orders under $50:

• Flat rate of $7, to arrive in 3-4 business days 
• For 2-day shipping, it will cost $15
• For overnight shipping, it will cost $20

For Hawaii and Alaska:

• Over $50—Free standard shipping
• Under $50—Flat rate of $7
• If you choose 2-day shipping—Flat rate of $10

Princess Polly also ships to the following countries:

• Canada
• UK
• Europe
• Asia
• Australia & New Zealand

For exact shipping rates, check out their website here. 

What is Princess Polly’s Return Policy?

Returns and exchanges can be processed within 30 days after your order has arrived, including all sale merchandise. However the brand has stated that due to hygiene reasons earrings, makeup products, underwear, and makeup tools cannot be returned.

Swimwear on the other hand, must still have its hygiene seal in place for you to receive a return on any swim items.

Moreover, $7 is automatically deducted from your refund in order to cover the cost of your return shipping label. International shoppers outside of the US and Australia are required to cover the entire cost of shipping their return. This Princess Polly boutique review would like to note that all duties, taxes, or VAT are not refunded.  

How to Contact Princess Polly

There are a few ways to get in contact with the brand:

• Live chat on their site
• Phone: 1-323-543-7376
• Email: through the embedded form on the site

You can only call Princess Polly from Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm PST. 

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