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3.99 out of 5 based on 69 reviews.

 

As mums, we’re always on the lookout for great buys  – whether it’s fashion, homewares, accessories or toys, we love to shop!  And when it’s shopping online from the comfort of our homes, it’s even better!

With Summer and Christmas also just around the corner, we’re excited to announce the OZSALE reviews ZARA product review!

Each mum selected to participate in the OZSALE reviews ZARA product review will receive a ZARA pink tank top with bow detail (small and medium sizes available for review).

Zara is known for clothing that feels expensive, luxurious and exclusive, allowing women to create the ultimate high fashion wardrobe at an affordable price. Truly a global brand, Zara has hundreds of retail locations from Paris, Dubai, New York, Hong Kong, just to name a few. Unique fabrics in an assortment of colors, combined with high quality tailoring and garment construction, create contemporary pieces that will have you looking stylish from season to season.

The Zara pink tank top mums will be reviewing is 80% Viscose 20% Linen

Zara products are available through OZSALE at amazing prices. Check out the ZARA sale at OZSALE right now!

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In the OZSALE reviews ZARA product review, mums selected to be part of the product review team will receive 1 x Zara pink tank top with bow detail. We’ll be asking mums to wear and enjoy their Zara top and then post their review and ratings on this page.

For this review we have SM (small) and MED (medium) sized tank tops available for review.  Please check the sizing chart below before advising which size you would like to receive if you are one of the mums selected to review.

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Applications to be part of the OZSALE reviews ZARA product review team open 1.30pm Friday 15 November 2013 and close 5.00am Thursday 20 November 2013.  To apply during this period, simply click on the APPLY TO REVIEW button at the top of this page.  Once the review team has been selected, an email will be sent out to all applicants to find out whether or not they have been selected.

If you don’t get selected this time around, don’t worry – there are plenty of reviews coming up soon.

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Published 14th November 2013


  • Comfy, versatile, great value!

    After washing and wearing the ZARA tank top from OZSALE a number of times now I can see how practical and great it is! It washes and wears really well, doesn't need to be ironed which I love as I dislike ironing and am time pressed most days. Feels really comfortable on, fits well and is true to its sizing. Mines a medium which is a perfect fit, their size guide chart was spot on! It's style is flattering and its length sits well with shorts or jeans as it covers the tummy helping hide those unwanted bumps. On super hot days it feels cool against skin and doesn't trap the heat. Really pleased with this tank top as the design around the arms and back also flatters and sits nicely. Great practical top that looks nice worn casually or dressed up. Knowing that OZSALE stock great value and practical items that are perfect to use for the everyday, have reliable postal delivery and prices I will definitely be keeping watch on their site!
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  • Great delivery service and nice looking top!

    So excited to be reviewing this top from OZSALE for MOM. Mine arrived today and I was super impressed that I had to sign for it, means that orders are accounted for and can’t go missing in the post like I have had happen numerous times. Based on looks alone my sister thinks its great and asked to have mine! It looks even better in the flesh than the photos, so far i’m impressed. In the wash today and keen to see how it washes and wears. Can’t wait to wear it tomorrow. Promise to share how it feels on and washes next!
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  • LOOKS FANTASTIC

    I was not selected for the OZSALE review of the zara top but thought I would pop online and buy one myself... I did and it was affordable, the top is really comfy and the order came through very fast. I would definitely buy more from ozsale although I might have to steer clear of the site for a while as there is SO much I want to buy lol! Highly Recommended x
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  • Very comfortable soft and fashionable

    I am very happy with my new top. I would say this is one of the most comfortable singlets that I have worn it is also very fashionable and the fabric is so breathable. I ordered the size medium and I found its to be very suitable to my body shape it fits snug in all the right places and it is a really good length for wearing a skirt or pants I have washed it twice now and I have had no problems with it shrinking I also did not need to iron it. I would recommend it to my friends. will order again!
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  • Very comfortable soft and fashionable

    I am very happy with my new top. I would say this is one of the most comfortable singlets that I have worn it is also very fashionable and the fabric is so breathable. I ordered the size medium and I found its to be very suitable to my body shape it fits snug in all the right places and it is a really good length for wearing a skirt or pants I have washed it twice now and I have had no problems with it shrinking I also did not need to iron it. I would recommend it to my friends.
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  • Comfortable, cute and stylish top!

    This top is great. It is a very comfortable fabric, washes easily and doesn't necessarily need ironing. Made of a lightweight fabric it lets your skin breathe and doesn't make you feel hot when wearing it. I received the top on friday and have worn it 4 times all with different pants- its very easily matched. Washed it 4 times as well and have had no problems with it at all.
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  • Easy wearing and washing 5star product

    Zara top was easy to wash and dry. The Zara top is light weight so great for summer days. Would highly recommend buying this Zara top. The materiel is soft against your skin and it goes with anything :) looks great with either shirts or even jeans. Over all this top is 5star quality and looks
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  • Still loving this top. Light weight fabric which is perfect for this hot Queensland weather. The top is still washing and drying well. I have had so many compliments while wearing this top! Can't wait to check out more from Ozsale and buy some more gorgeous clothes like this Zara top!
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  • very femanie and very pretty and looks so comfortable

    my review would recommend to ladies that are looking to use as you please , but comfortable and no scratchy parts , the design is to explore feminie to it's inner glory and make you feel cool ,calm and feminie to your greatness and posture and beauty that within.
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  • Great top

    I was not selected for this one but had brought a couple of these tops for my daughters already. They are lovely light weight fabric which if great for summer, You can dress them up or down with your accessories so great for any occasion. I have brought a few different Zara products which have all lasted so would recommend to anyone.
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  • Not as good as overseas

    I was so excited when I found that Zara was coming to Australia. Whilst I wasn't first in line and never joined the queue, I was in there pretty quickly. Having seen the quality and the amazing designs overseas for such a low price I thought we were in for a treat. I don't think they have such a great range in Australia and it's a little more expensive than I remember.
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  • very trendy

    Zara clothing is just beautiful, it may look basic but they all look so classy no matter how you wear it. May cost a bit but is well worth it
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  • this is half of my wardrobe

    I love zara clothes. Its comfortable and they have heaps of choices for any occassion. And yes I do have one of these styles and its easy to use. It can be a casual thing or pop over a nice blazer for something about more business. Can be matched with shorts or skirt. Its a pleasant wear
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  • very femanie and very pretty and looks so comfortable

    my review would recommend to ladies that are looking to use as you please , but comfortable and no scratchy parts , the design is to explore feminie to it's inner glory and make you feel cool ,calm and feminie to your greatness and posture and beauty that within.
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  • geat clothing

    great clothing. i love ozsale and after i seen this up for review i applied but didnt get selevted so i went onto ozsale as i couldnt find the top i looked through other clothing items and fell in love with thedesigns and colours. hopefully soon i grab some on ozsalke to try out
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  • Chrissy present gone bad

    I loved this top when I saw the review come up, but sadly knew there was no chance it would fit me. Whn Christmas rolled round, I thought of it for my niece. Now I could not get the same top, but they had some quite nice clothing, so I selected a couple of items. The dress I picked and one of the shirts were ok - not quite how they looked in the pictures, but ok.

    The second top I received was nothing like what I ordered, and the wrong size. I contacted them and was told at first as there was nothing wrong with it I could not get a refund. After going around in circles a fair bit, I finally got them to take it back and to send me the correct order.

    When it arrived, a week after christmas, it was again the wrong size, and torn across the sleeve and dirty. I am still trying to get a refund, so sorry, I would not recommend Ozsale.
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  • pretty

    I wasnt selected for this review but in one of my regular email groups that i am with i seen it on sale for like $2 so i thought heck ill purchase it and then do my review. I thought the shirt looked quite pretty but was quite simple at the same time.
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  • Commenting on Ozsale not the top

    Truthfully, I haven't tried this top. I have, however, bought other things from Ozsale. The site is easy to navigate, and they respond very quickly to queries. I have generally found the things I've bought to be of good quality. Shipping times can sometimes be painfully long, but they usually warn you about this. And you may be able to find similar things at a reduced rate elsewhere, but not usually cheaper. Just equivalent. Not a favourite site, but one that has earned repeat business from me.
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  • I felt it was low quality

    I just wanted to post a better photo of how I received my top with a hole in the neckline area. My views have not changed since first reviewing this and I think it is not a quality top. Now I can't seem to to the picture resizer to work to upload a photo, but really wanted to put a better pic on.
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  • I felt it was low quality

    I just wanted to post a better photo of how I received my top with a hole in the neckline area. My views have not changed since first reviewing this and I think it is not a quality top.
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  • Perfect on my body

    I love this product, very comfortable to wear and perfect on my body. I am not selected to review this product but it ok I can bought it. Would love buy more from OZSALE and would love to recommend this product for others. A bit expensive but good quality product :)
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  • My 2nd review

    I have already reviewed this but since it has been a month and I have finally received all the items that I ordered as well as washed this shirt a number of times, I am back to give a 2nd review. The top was itchy at first so before wear I washed it and the itchiness was gone. The top was girly but I though it was really cute, fit well even though I normally wear a large and this is a medium.

    Oz sale was quick to respond when I had a question about a delivery, and there site keeps you informed of where you item is, though when ordering I would like to know where the item is shipping from before purchasing.

    I will be purchasing from in the future and highly recommend them though some items you might have to wait a month to receive.
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  • It is so comfortable to wear

    It is a great item so comfortable to wear. it washes just great so soft to the touch. Would recommend it to any one who would like a comfortable top to wear. it just fits right has a good length. Doesn't ride up your back you can wear it at full length or hitch it a bit to sit different.
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  • A cute and well made item!

    I loved this top when i first saw it. Light, flowly and feminine, it's great to wear everyday or to a special occassion. I love the Zara brand and although it can be a bit pricey, i do think it's worth shopping around and seeing ig you can get a bargain from an online retailer. :-)
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  • absolutely gorgeous

    I bought this gorgeous top for my sister for her 21st birthday and she loved it completely!!! My four year old daughter approved, so thats great! It is a nice soft material that is great for summer wearing! She got a lot of compliments from her friends and wears it often...
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  • Cool and Lightweight - Ideal For Summer!

    I have found the top cool and light to wear which makes the it perfect for Summer. The colours were bright and the pattern quite distinctive, it went well with my jeans and pretty much with everything. I like that it was a little bit different and not something every second person was wearing. It was a little small for its size, which might be a problem for some but was great for me as I often have trouble getting a good fit as I am very slim. It was east to care for - a quick hand wash in cold water, rinse, and out on the line to dry, no ironing needed and come sup good as new! P.S. I'd love the idea of being able to buy Zara through Ozsale and saving some time and money.
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  • i love zara brand clothes

    i have worn zara brand clothes for years but usually they are a bit pricey so if i could grab a bargin for clothes i love i would jump at it especially this online store does home delivery so even better when i can shop from home at bargain prices
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  • Great fit, soft fabric, washes well

    First time I wore this top I had lots of compliments. It fits well, hangs perfectly on the body, and even though it is a casual top, the bow adds a stylish touch. Will be wearing this with jeans or shorts and some summer sandals. First Zara clothing item I've owned, and I will definitely look at purchasing similar items in the future.
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  • Cheap looking and low quality

    I purchased this myself and found it to be quite small in the sizing. Also I received one which already had a hole in the back at the neck area. I took a photo of the hole against a dark surface so you can see the hole, though can't get photos off camera at present, so have had to take a snapshot with the computer of the pic on the camera viewer, hence very blurred. The fabric I found quite rough against the skin and so was too uncomfortable to wear. I am not very fond at all of this product and would not recommend it.
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  • I wouldn't be going out of my way to buy this garment

    I received the top a little later than others it seems and then wasn't at home when delivered, so had to find time to go to the post office to collect it. So, apologies for the tardiness of this review.

    Sorry Zara, I don't particularly enjoy giving negative feedback, but I didn't find the top particularly comfortable. Actually, the one feature which is the one that would really stop me from buying the top is that it is quite scratchy/itchy on the skin. My 5yr old son noticed and commented that I was wearing a new top, so I asked his opinion of it. He said he liked it, and I asked him what he liked about it and he said the stars. I think, aesthetically, it's quite a pleasing design to the eye, however I think the bow might have been an after thought, and I can see without it, it might have been quite a plain design. So, I 'might' wear it again, it will be interesting to see if the scratchiness goes away after a washing, but I wouldn't be seeking this top out to purchase it. My opinion only! Again, apologies to Zara, however I'm stating my opinion, my truth.

    Thanks for choosing me to review though! (it was my first)
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Mother’s instinct is a funny thing. At home, we trust it without question. But put us in a hospital setting with an unwell child, surrounded by doctors, nurses and monitors, and suddenly we start doubting ourselves.

What if I’m overreacting?
What if I’ve got it wrong?

So we stay quiet, even when we know something just isn’t right with our child. I’ve been there myself – when my usually ‘tough’ son was doubled over with stomach pain. I was told in the emergency department that it probably wasn’t his appendix. But I knew he wouldn’t have begged me to take him to hospital unless it was serious. Because I know him better than anyone. Turns out, it was appendicitis.

It’s a really common place for parents to land. You’re grateful for the care your child is getting, but at the same time, you feel this huge responsibility to speak up if something doesn’t feel right.

Here’s the thing though: that instinct you’re feeling? It matters more than you might think.

Why your gut feeling matters more than you realise

According to Paediatric Nurse Unit Manager, Canterbury Hospital, Leticia Jackson, parents bring something to the hospital that no test or machine ever could.

“Parents often say they ‘just know’ when something isn’t quite right with their child, and in a hospital, that gut feeling is incredibly valuable,” she explains.

Leticia Jackson, Paediatric Nurse Unit Manager, Canterbury Hospital

While medical teams rely on observations, tests and equipment, parents know the little details. The way your child usually smiles. How they react when they’re tired. What’s normal for them.

So when something feels “off”, even if everything looks okay on paper, it can actually be an early warning sign.

“When parents trust those instincts and speak up, this creates a powerful partnership that can sometimes catch a problem before it becomes an emergency,” Leticia says.

Worried about speaking up? You’re not alone

A lot of parents hesitate about advocating for their child.

You don’t want to come across as difficult. You don’t want to question the people caring for your child. And sometimes, you just don’t feel confident enough to push the issue.

Leticia gets it.

“It is completely understandable for parents to feel hesitant,” she says. “No one wants to be seen as difficult or to second-guess the hardworking people caring for their child.”

But here’s a helpful way to look at it: you’re not challenging the medical team, you’re helping them.

Parents are the constant. Staff change shifts, care for multiple patients, and rely on snapshots of information. You’re there the whole time, noticing the subtle changes.

“Our medical team doesn’t view a concerned parent as overreactive, but as a partner,” Leticia explains. “Your voice matters.”

Remember, we know our children better than anyone.

What to do if you’re worried: the Raise It process

If you’re in a NSW public hospital or health service and you’re worried about you or your child’s condition getting worse, there is a clear process you can follow called Raise It.

Raise It is designed to help patients, carers and family members get help fast if they’re worried about a change in their loved one’s condition.

Here’s how it works:

  1. Talk: Start by speaking to a nurse, midwife, doctor or health worker about your concerns.
  2. Ask: Still worried? Ask to speak to the nurse or midwife in charge and request a Clinical Review.
  3. Call: If you’re still concerned, you can escalate further using the Raise It process to get urgent attention from a senior health worker.

You don’t need medical knowledge. You don’t need to be certain. If you feel something isn’t right, or your child is getting worse, Raise It. You just need to speak up.

What should you actually look out for?

Sometimes it’s not one big, obvious sign. It can be small, subtle changes that just don’t sit right.

Things like:

  • Changes in breathing (fast, laboured or noisy)
  • Skin looking pale, mottled, or developing unusual rashes
  • Your child being unusually drowsy, floppy, or hard to wake
  • Confusion or behaviour that’s out of character
  • Pain that isn’t improving with treatment
  • Or simply that feeling that your child is getting worse

And sometimes, it’s just that gut feeling you can’t explain.

That’s enough.

“You are helping us, not bothering us”

If there’s one message Leticia wants parents to take away, it’s that you aren’t bothering the medical team, you’re helping them.

“In my years as a Nurse Unit Manager, I can say with absolute certainty that many critical changes in a child’s condition have been identified first by a parent. While our clinical staff are highly skilled at performing regular observations and interpreting data, parents are the only constant presence who truly know their child’s baseline behaviour, personality, and what is normal for them.

“I have seen numerous instances where a parent’s insistence that their child is “just not themselves” – despite vital signs appearing relatively stable – has prompted a deeper clinical review that uncovered everything from early signs of sepsis to a life-threatening respiratory crisis.”

The Raise It process exists because healthcare teams know how important parents are in keeping children safe.

“Speaking up doesn’t mean you don’t trust the team,” she says. “It means you’re partnering with us to make sure nothing gets missed.”

And if you’re still worried about being judged?

“Whether your concern turns out to be something or nothing, your instinct to raise it is always valid.”

Find out more, visit health.nsw.gov.au/raiseit

Mouths of Mums is proudly working with NSW Health to bring you this important article.

  • Even as a healthcare professional, when I took my soon to the ED when I was concerned, I felt awkward about speaking up, worried I was making a big deal out of nothing (even though i would never tjink this about a patient’s family if the roles were reversed). The message in this article is so important. Always stick to your guns. Always speak up and advocate for your kids – they can’t do it for themselves.

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  • And honestly, some medical staff are idiots. I vividly remember the night two doctors huddled over my son’s lung x-rays. I hadn’t been allowed to accompany him to have them taken as I was pregnant. They finally told me solemnly that they were preparing to do emergency surgery as there was something in his lungs – “we don’t know what it is, but it’s definitely man made”. I took one look at the x-rays and asked if they’d taken off the battery packs for his cochlear implants, which were pinned to the back of his shirt, before the x-ray. And of course they hadn’t, and of course that’s what appeared to be in his lungs. Honestly!

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  • We need more articles like this one. It is important for us to advocate for ourselves and our loved ones in any situation and work with professionals.

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  • I have learned many times to always listen to your gut and speak up when you don’t think something is right. This article was a great read, our kids are our world and if we don’t feel they are getting the right help, and we feel it, we need to speak up.

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  • You should never second guess yourself when it comes to yours or your childs health- or anyones for that matter. Go with your thoughts. It is natural to want to protect a loved one especially when it comes to health situations, and the feeling you get when you think you didnt do enough to advocate or fight for them…it is not a kind or nice way to feel. Many people have ended up being heartbroken and picking up pieces for years because of feeling they didnt do enough.

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  • A very good and informative article. I have read so many stories about mums just knowing when things are not right and demanding second and third opinions until they got the right answer. Sometimes mums just know. It is our job as care takers of our families. Listen to your gut!

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  • Years ago, I spoke up for my 14-year-old daughter, but my concerns weren’t fully listened to. I’ve always wished I had pushed harder. She was sent home without much testing, and two days later, she passed away.
    So, if you ever have concerns—no matter how minor—please speak up and keep advocating. Trust your instincts; they are there for a reason.

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  • This is so important for parents to know how to raise it further if they don’t think their child is receiving the medical support they need! I know this article refers to the NSW system but other systems have similar procedures just with different names. I know in QLD it’s called Ryan’s Rule.

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  • It’s so important to follow your gut instincts and express your concerns indeed. I have never hesitated to advocate for my children in various situations and I don’t care what other people think about it. Not all doctors and medical staff appreciate it when you question them, I’ve experienced that it may result in angry indignant responses.

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  • How true this is! While nurses and doctors are the medical professionals doing their job on the daily, we know our children better than anyone and what is ‘normal’ for them. I would always speak up if I had noticed any changes in my child’s health and encourage other parents to do so too. No question is silly!

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  • This really is such an important issue and a good topic to discuss with people, I am often surprised that people are worried about being judged. This is not something I care about; the priority is for the care and health of everyone is my family. Parents know their children and need to work with health professionals for the best outcomes for their children.

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  • This is such an important issue to raise, and no one should ever feel ashamed, nervous or that they are being OTT for advocating for their kids, themselves or loves ones in hospital. In QLD we have Ryan’s Rule. A three step process where your concern will be escalated if they believe the patients condition isn’t improving or is worsening.

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  • I have never been afraid to advocate for my children and partner and extended family and also friends. It is so important to listen and to trust intuition. When people have not listened, I have persevered and kept on with insisting on care and making sure they truly listened and took action.

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