Beginning Boutique Reviews 

1,143
TrustScore 2.5 out of 5

2.5

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Evaluating 43 reviews, most reviewers were unhappy with their experience overall. Many customers expressed dissatisfaction with the product quality, noting issues like cheap fabrics, stains, crooked seams, and items not matching descriptions or advertised colors. Reviewers also frequently encountered problems with sizing, finding that items ran too small or too large, and that size guides were inaccurate. The customer service was often described as unhelpful, combative, and passive-aggressive, with some customers struggling to get responses or resolve issues. A significant number of people were frustrated with the return policy, citing short return windows, restocking fees, and difficulties in getting refunds or having returns accepted. Additionally, many experienced issues with delivery, including long shipping times, delayed or lost packages, and expedited shipping not being honored. However, some people also felt that the customer service was amazing, responsive, and helpful, with quick resolutions to their problems. A few other people also felt that the product quality was great, with items being adorable, soft, and exactly as expected, and appreciated fast shipping.

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Order

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Delivery service

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Return policy

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

my daughter ordered some jeans £50, paid £10 delivery and mistakenly ordered the wrong size. As they are in Australia they wont cover the return which royal mail want £30 for, despite Consumer Right... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I ordered a pair of shorts. After less than 3 hours of wear the inside seam area was EXTREMELY pilled. I contacted their customers service expecting it to be a faulty item. I'm not one to complain (my... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

If you have any sort of curves, the mini dresses will fit like a t-shirt (I am 5'1 size 4 typically dresses fit long on me). When trying to return the item, the item took extremely long to return ther... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Incredibly disappointing experience as a first time customer and will not be returning. Highly recommend not to shop here. I purchased a size up based on the online chat recommendation that the i... See more

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Company details

  1. Ladies' clothes shop
  2. Clothing Shop

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Welcome to Beginning Boutique, your ultimate online destination for the latest, most sought-after women's fashion. Founded in 2008 by Sarah Timmerman and proudly headquartered in Brisbane, Australia, we have rapidly grown from a local startup into a global e-commerce powerhouse. We are fiercely dedicated to providing fashion forward individuals around the world with an unmatched online shopping experience, exclusive designs, and statement pieces that turn heads. Whether you are searching for the ultimate festival outfit, flattering swimwear for your next getaway, standout party dresses, or elevated everyday casual wear, our expertly curated collections ensure you are always ahead of the curve. Beginning Boutique is also your go-to destination for spectacular formal wear. From waist-sculpting corsets and show-stopping sequin prom dresses to elegant evening gowns and black-tie maxi dresses, we provide unforgettable styles for your most important events. We frequently launch limited-edition drops and staple accessories designed to empower you to express your unique personal style with absolute confidence. We firmly believe that incredible fashion is for everyone. We are completely obsessed with customer satisfaction, and our dedicated team prioritizes fast, reliable global shipping, seamless returns, and highly responsive customer service so your wardrobe updates arrive perfectly and right when you need them. Beyond delivering exceptional fashion, Beginning Boutique is deeply committed to doing better for the planet and our global community. We actively champion sustainable retail practices by utilizing 100% compostable packaging for all our orders and continuously striving toward completely carbon-neutral operations. Furthermore, we are proud to pledge 1% of our annual profits to our chosen charity partners, meaning every purchase you make helps support meaningful, impactful causes. Join our global community today and discover why thousands of customers trust Beginning Boutique for their wardrobe essentials.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had to return the dress because the…

I had to return the dress because the top part of the dress was a little weird on me, and a button fell off so that’s why I returned it, but I LOVED the dress overall. They were so great with me and understanding about returning which some usually aren’t. The best customer service iVe experienced.

2 February 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing customer care

Accidentally placed an order using ShopPay while trying to enter a discount code to see lowered price. I was devastated by this, as was around £200 and basically cleared out my account. With two young kids, I just can’t afford to be without that amount of money until the end of the month. Contacted the customer service team, and Steph got back to me immediately. Was so helpful and understanding of my circumstances, and went above and beyond to cancel my order and ensure I was refunded. Amazing customer care; will definitely be shopping with you in future due to this!

12 January 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Beginning Boutique is my go to online…

Beginning Boutique is my go to online shopping store.
The shipping is always so quick, and the clothes are always in great condition.
They recently helped me with an order and every single reply on email was quick and helpful.
Will never recommend any other store.
Thank you ladies for your constant help, I really appreciate everything.

12 January 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good customer service

I have bought a few items Beginning Boutique for a friend. There have been a couple of issues involved with shipping - none of which were of Beginning Boutique's making, but were willing to assist. They have always been helpful and provided great and fast customer service with all my interactions with them. My friend loves the items she's gotten too. 1 very small criticism is that i selected to get shipping updates texted to me but that never happened, instead relied on the AusPost app and the tracking on the Beginning Boutique website.

10 January 2022
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Impossible to do a return for gifts as…

Impossible to do a return for gifts as you have 14 days. Purchased Christmas gift, paid shipping, returned item right after Christmas due to very cheap fabric and way too big (used their size guides) - paid shipping to return. Was only given a "store credit". Now I've spent a lot of money to only receive overpriced (for the very cheap quality) clothing. So, if I use the store credit to buy more cheaply made, overpriced clothes, I'll have to fork out even more money. Lesson learned... Don't buy from them unless you are completely sure it's gonna fit and that you're willing to be disappointed with their "cheap polyester" goods.....

7 January 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have the best experience with…

I have the best experience with Beginning Boutique. They have the best customers service, shipping is fast and they have amazing clothing and also good quality. I will definitely continue shopping with you guys.
Thank you
Sashka

29 December 2021
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Rude and terrible customer service

I ordered a skirt in my usual size, and it fitted perfectly. After following the washing instructions on the skirt - cold hand wash, the skirt still shrunk a great deal and is now too short for me.
I emailed customer service and told them about the problem, and got an extremely rude response; asking if the skirt shrunk in my hands while washing it. And sending me a link to a Google search on how to unshrink a skirt… I mean, seriously?? I’ve never experienced anything like it, and I do a lot of online shopping.
In the end I got offered a 25% refund of what I paid for the skirt.
Will definitely never shop with Beginning Boutique again. So grateful that there are so many other online stores that offers amazing and friendly customer service.

26 December 2021
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Really should have read these reviews…

Really should have read these reviews first! Quality, cut and fit not there. Returned item for refund only to receive store credit (gee thx) rather than return to card as advertised (and selected). Vague & ambiguous returns policy and store credit remains. Guess we will stick with Hello Molly from now on.

15 December 2021
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Reply from Beginning Boutique

Hi There,
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review and I am so sorry to hear that you were disappointed by your experience.
I am having some trouble locating your order number so if you could contact us at info@beginningboutique.com.au we will be able to look into this further for you. xx

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Superb Customer Service

Was concerned about hving paid duplicate times. Michelle handled my case with quick responses and reassurance. Such a sweet lady! Have not received my items but i do have high expectations because i have only heard lovely compliments about this brand. Looking forward!

28 November 2021
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

EXCELLENT customer service

I purchased 2 dresses from this store that are absolutely beautiful. I love them so much. I did have to exchange one of them for a different size/other reasons but throughout that process the girls working there were the biggest help. I spoke to 2 girls Claudia and Lily who were extremely polite, professional, and helpful. Lily went even above and beyond to helping make sure my exchange goes through as quickly as possible and shipped with express. The dresses I got from this shop are so beautiful, the quality you can tell is not cheap, very durable, and very comfortable. I can’t wait to wear them more!

24 November 2021
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Reply from Beginning Boutique

Hey Tiffany, thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We are so glad that we could help you! xx

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Sizing incorrect

Received daisy jean large ~ i wear a woman's 10-12 followed size chart on website.
Measured perfectly.
Well they don’t even slide over my legs. they also don’t offer XL which seems ridiculous for a 10-12 woman.
Wasted $7.99 on handling fee and a waste of everyone’s time. Please fix your size chart and please get appropriate sizes.

18 November 2021
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Reply from Beginning Boutique

Hi Monique,
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review and I am really sorry to hear that you are disappointed with the sizing.

We do try our best to depict the fit of each garment and sometimes will make sizing recommendations. The size chart online is based on body measurements, not garment measurements, so it isn't specific to any item, as we do have various suppliers/ styles/ fabrics etc.

In the meantime I have sent your feedback to our team, and have also sent you an email to get additional feedback! xx

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

amazing customer service

I placed an order for a last minute graduation dress a week before as my last one was an absolute disaster and was in such a rush I forgot to add express shipping. I immediately messaged the BB team and asked to upgrade my shipping status to express and they got back to me straight away and immediately upgraded my status free of charge and said it was out of goodwill. I’m so grateful to receive this as no other business seems to get back to me this quick regarding these type of issues or to offer this for express!

12 November 2021
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Beginning Boutique have excellent…

Beginning Boutique have excellent customer service!!! They were very helpful and understanding with my return and respond quick to emails :) shipping is also fast and have a good quality clothing. Will definitely continue to shop with them!!

10 November 2021
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Reply from Beginning Boutique

Hey Lily, thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review. We are so glad that we could help you <3
xo

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Incredible Customer Service and Wonderful Product Quality

I have always had such an incredible experience at Beginning Boutique with their products and cannot recommend enough. I am leaving this review specifically because I had ordered a dress that was so beautiful but just did not fit my body type right given the way the neck design was and requested assistance with a refund. Their US representative was incredibly helpful, calling me back within 20 minutes and refunding me for the purchase. I have never had such a smooth and helpful customer service experience as I've had here. I will continue to shop here as their product quality and customer service is top notch. HIGHLY recommend!! Thank you, Beginning Boutique, Heather.

5 November 2021
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