As you know, I am a big fan of French Connection cocktail dresses. Recently I browsing their site in search of steal and I came across a link to their YouTube Channel cleverly called “Youtique”.
Receive styling tips and fashion advice based on occasion and of course featuring French Connection clothing!
As much as I like to feature aspirational fashion goodies, editorial, sales and a few of my closet favorites; I must give a shot out to Rue La La and their outstanding customer service!
Long story short – A few weeks ago I made my FIRST Rue La La purchase. They featured a La Mystere bra sale. I have to wear specialty sizing bras and most retailers do not carry my size. So I was excited to purchase my normal $70+ bras for about $30.00!
When my order arrived I tore open the box and tired them on only to discover the sizing was off. Because it was intimate apparel there where no returns or exchanges. Frustrated with the $100 worth of bras I could not wear I calmly contacted customer service and explained the situation. Not only did they offer to return the bras, they also offered a full refund! I would have been happy with a store credit!
I was this excited!
Lesson for customers and retailers alike:
Retailers: If a customer has a legit concern regarding product within a reasonable time (in my case the same day), it is worth it to you provide them with some sort of restitution.
Consumers: Calmly voice your concern! If you immediately come off agitated the person on the other side of the issue will lack respect and sympathy for you if you immediately jump down their throat!
Click the links to join if you if you aren’t already a member!
I’ve had many fellow bloggers recommend online classifieds as great source to find vintage and unique items and clothing. I tried it out, but with many of the sites, there are vague random listings, few pictures and the risk of being kidnapped.
I was recently introduced to OLX, a site that is more similar to Ebay or Shopstyle. Listings have a gallery image to allow for easy browsing and prevention of unnecessary clicking.
Check out this vintage style jewelery I found:
Bracelets by Rainbow Splat
Another great use for online classifieds is job hunting. Whether your looking for professional gigs or something part-time they are a great resource! Sometime a fashionista’s secret weapon is her sales representative job where she can stay on top of the trends and save money with the employee discount!
Online classifieds are more than just a way to find a unique vintage handbag, but remember all the various career, wholesale opportunities and local event listings.
Some of the cool features that sets this site apart from its competition:
Easily design rich colorful ads with pictures and videos
Control your selling, buying, and community activity in My OLX
Display your ads on your social networking profile (Facebook, Myspace, …)
If you have not had a chance the see this video I recommend checking it out. It is a beautiful and inspirational 7 minute peak inside Scott Schuman’s life as the Sartorialist from Intel’s Visual Life.
I think that’s the inspirational bit I’ve been missing…
If you’ve got your perfect holiday look picked out and you are still looking for a glamorous event to debut it at; I would like to recommend Two Point Oh! LA‘s blogging community’s First Annual Snowball!
Hosted at the Pacific Electric Lofts Penthouse Ballroom, join us as we celebrate the Holiday season in style while raising money for the Downtown Women’s Center, right here in Los Angeles!
Enjoy open bars sponsored by Barefoot Wine and Bubbly, Dry Soda, Hansens Soda and O.N.E Coconut Water as well as top secret cocktails AND delicious eats!
So Much Pretty’sBeauty Lounge: With complimentary hair and make-up touch up’s and add on’s (such as extensions and hair bling) from stylist Vanessa Ortega and gift bags for a limited amount of guests featuring VANS Girls, Sultra Flat Irons, Redken, Jan Marini, Visine, JANE Cosmetics, the Fizzy Baker by Smith & Vandiver, AvoJuice by OPI, Foot Petals, China Glaze, and more!
DIY lounge from Be Vainglorious or DIY Trying sponsored by Forever 21 and International Silks and Woolens – under Kristen Turner’s guidance, each guest can make their own original headwear!
HM Sound System will be there spinning the night away
Enter amazing raffles, featuring prizes from Rent the Runway, Forever 21 and Rocket Dog.
Each guest will receive an original and limited edition bag from either Seam Ripper or TMinx filled to the brim with goodies from XCVI, Tara Stiles Yoga, OPI, Jane Cosmetics, Modcloth, Carolina Pad, Crossroads Trading and much much more, valued at over $300.
The Winter Wonderland Photobooth will be in action all night long, manned by photographer Michael Yates and providing unlimited digital pics of the magic moments throughout the night.
