15 Times Reality Completely Shattered Expectations (10 Photos)

Reality can be a real letdown. You make plans, daydream, and picture exactly how everything will turn out, only for reality to crash the party. When that happens, the internet gets blessed with hilarious fail photos—and here are a few of our absolute favorites.







When you try to recreate a trendy photoshoot with your kid.





It's literally the second time you've cooked in your life—what did you expect?!



Yeah, practically identical.



They certainly didn't skimp on the sprinkles.



Right... looks almost as appetizing as it does on the box.



When you arrive at a famous landmark to take a picture.



...and when you travel expecting to see the exact same gorgeous spots from Instagram.



Now I see how this ice cream is only 90 calories.



When you order a dog costume online.



Bacon lovers are going to be seriously disappointed.



They wanted to recreate a romantic moment, but things took a turn.



Spot the difference.



Deceptive packaging strikes again...



Maybe better luck next Halloween...



When you travel somewhere just to recreate a specific photo.



We're all too familiar with these design tricks...



Spitting image.

How often does reality fail to live up to your expectations?