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I’m trying to figure out if there’s something specifically different about Horizon Organic milk that makes me feel sick compared to other brands.

I’m a huge milk lover and like trying different kinds of milk regularly. I’m not even sure if I’m actually lactose intolerant, because I never had issues drinking milk in Korea, and I can drink brands like Organic Valley just fine. But whenever I drink Horizon Organic (which is basically the most common organic milk at supermarkets near me), I get this weird aftertaste and my stomach starts feeling upset afterward.

It’s not just a slight discomfort either… something about it feels noticeably different compared to other milk brands.

Does Horizon use a different ingredient, preservation process, fortification, or sourcing method that other brands don’t? Has anyone else experienced this specifically with Horizon but not with other milk?

So I’m kinda new to commissioning and wanted to get some opinions before I push this further.

I recently found an Etsy cosplay commissioner with a 4.8 rating, and their review photos looked really good. I decided to commission a pretty simple outfit based on a game character:
white corset top
baby pink shiny ruffled skirt (with a slit)
pink rhinestone belt

Nothing super complex. Honestly, I probably could’ve found something similar on Amazon, but I wanted it tailored to fit me well, so I went the commission route and paid around $400.

Now, I did think $400 felt a bit steep for something this simple, but the seller emphasized “high quality,” so I trusted it.

Here’s where things started feeling off:
They didn’t ask any clarifying questions about the design at all… just took my measurements and disappeared.
After a week, they sent a progress photo… and it looked completely off.

Issues:
The skirt is bright pink, not baby pink
No ruffles, no sparkle — just looks flat and cheap
The belt is literally a thin red belt that looks like it came from a dollar store
The corset is okay, but now I’m questioning if they even made it themselves

I raised concerns, and their response was basically:
“I’ll change the belt”
Then they showed me a replacement belt that looks like a random $20 Amazon belt… and it’s still not even accurate to the reference. I complained about the belt too, and the response was “I handmade it for three months, you are out of budget but I will give it to you for free.”

At this point I’m honestly really disappointed. I know they have a “no refunds after production starts” policy, but the final product is so far from the reference that it doesn’t feel like what I paid for at all.

So…
Is it reasonable for me to push for a refund here?
Or am I stuck because of their policy?

Hey everyone,

I'm a cosplayer +beginner photographer trying to move away from phone cameras and get better quality shots for cosplay shoots. I used to have a SONY Alpha NEX-5 with the SONY SEL1855 lens, and I'm wondering if it's still worth using in 2026.

I’ve tried researching it, but most info is pretty outdated, so I wanted to get some real opinions.

What I’m mainly shooting:

• Cosplay portraits (indoor + outdoor)
• Conventions (so sometimes low light / crowded spaces)
• Some casual creative shoots with friends

My concerns about the NEX-5:

• It’s pretty old (2010 era)
• Autofocus seems slow compared to modern cameras
• Low-light performance might not be great?
• Not sure if the image quality still holds up vs newer entry-level cameras

My question:
Do you think it’s still worth using this camera for cosplay shoots if I pair it with a better lens? Or would I be better off upgrading?

I’m open to upgrading, but I’m also trying to be realistic about budget. I’d rather not spend a ton unless the difference is actually noticeable.

If upgrading:

• Budget: ~$1,200 (separate budget for lenses)
• Trying to buy from the U.S., but open to buy from Japan/Korea/Canada
• Open to mirrorless
• Condition: Anything
• Prioritizing:
  • Good autofocus (especially for portraits)
  • Better low-light performance
  • Sharp images for social media / prints
• Portability: Any size below small bag/shoulder strap

Thanks in advance 🙏