Beginning Boutique Reviews 

1,143
TrustScore 2.5 out of 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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Consumers find product quality to be ambiguous, with many expressing disappointment regarding the cheap... See more

Customer service

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Order

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Delivery service

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Return policy

Reviewers express strong dissatisfaction with the return policy, describing it as rigid and... See more

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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 1 out of 5 stars

Do not order from the store

Do not order from the store! My package was lost in transit for over a month, and they still will not give me a refund! If I could get zero stars, I would! Awful customer service!

2 January 2025
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Reply from Beginning Boutique

Hi Lindsay
We investigated the situation and found that this order was not lost in transit and the delay was due to recent changes in US customs laws, which unfortunately impacted the delivery timeframe.
These changes were outside of our control, but we recognise that it still impacted your experience.
It looks like our team have since contacted you via email and organised a resolution.
We appreciate your support and hope you'll consider shopping with us again in the future. x

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Received the incorrect dress twice

Received the incorrect dress twice. Returned it after the first time and had to pay the ridiculous ten dollar return free for their own mistake; then received the wrong dress yet again in the mail. Don't order from here if you want to receive what you ordered.

17 January 2025
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Reply from Beginning Boutique

Hey, Im so sorry about this happening! Can you please confirm your order number so I can look into this for you? x

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

This company has the worst customer…

This company has the worst customer service. I purchased a sweater as a gift and the first time she wore it, it unraveled at the neckline making it unwearable. The sweater quality was very poor. They requested a picture which I sent and they offered 25% refund or 50% gift card. I said that was not acceptable so they bumped it to 50% refund and 80% gift card. Why would I want a gift card considering the poor quality of their products. They should've just refunded the money. Won't do business with them again.

20 January 2025
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Reply from Beginning Boutique

Hi Hazel, I'm sorry to hear about this happening! So I can look into this, could you please provide me with your order number? x

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Shipping

A return shipping fee of $14 is absolutely ridiculous. Especially with having a 14 day return policy. It doesn’t cost anything to send the label as it’s automatically sent via email. I definitely wouldn’t have placed another order if I knew the return fee was so high as I’m trying to find a bridal dress that fits nicely and trying to support small.

15 January 2025
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Reply from Beginning Boutique

I'm genuinely sorry that our return shipping fee was a source of disappointment. We aim to be completely transparent about this, and it's detailed in our return policy on our website, available for review before any purchase. This fee helps us cover part of the cost of the return shipping label and the necessary handling involved (nothing to do with the way it is sent).

Just to clarify, our 14-day return window starts from the day your order is delivered. As our return hub is located in California, the timeframe for returns primarily depends on domestic shipping within the US.

We truly appreciate your feedback; it's incredibly valuable as we continuously work to refine our processes and enhance your experience! x

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

So good!!!

So good! Super quick delivery, sizing is great and fantastic quality and attention to detail.

14 January 2025
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Reply from Beginning Boutique

Hey Colleen, thanks so much for your amazing feedback! I am glad you ad a great experience and we appreciate your positive review.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Customer Service

Selection was great. I purchased several items as Christmas gifts. One needed to be returned...the return process was immediate and went very smoothly, thanks to a professional and courteous staff!

10 January 2025
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Reply from Beginning Boutique

Hey Jo! Thank you for taking the time to leave your positive review, we appreciate your amazing feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

quick shipping, beautiful dress, cute tote

my order came within 4 business days, being shipped out almost immediately without express shipping. along with this the dress i ordered is in amazing quality and looks stunning. the dress came in a pretty beginning boutique tote bag i will definitely be using. very good experience

7 January 2025
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Reply from Beginning Boutique

Hey Giulia, thanks so much for your review! We're so glad you loved your dress and had a great experience.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/10!!!

I have purchased many times before but I recently purchased a beautiful top and unfortunately the top did not match what was shown in the photo online due to a sewing issue. However, the quality of the fabric and all else was great! I reached out and immediately got a response, the ladies I spoke with were so kind and quick about the situation. I was able to exchange the faulty top for a new one. The new top was sent out the same day I received the faulty top. Customer service skills are a 10/10. You guys are amazing!

31 December 2024
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Reply from Beginning Boutique

Hey Mak! Thanks so much for your amazing feedback, I am so glad we were able to resolve this issue for you. We appreciate your support!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Scam

Scam. Fabric is not what is mentioned. On the site it said to cotton and polyester. They also do not respond to emails. And from today they have updated their webpage but forgot that consumers can just go to a snapshot time of their webpage.

24 November 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I made an order & almost immediately…

I made an order & almost immediately was emailed as a potential security risk & had to provide evidence from my bank. I was sceptical & blacked out the account details. My order was then confirmed & shipped the same day. I received the order the very next morning. Customer Service was extremely helpful & the service was extremely prompt. I have ordered 4 items now, only 1 of them I wasnt extremely happy with the quality & returned that. The rest I am very pleased with.

21 November 2024
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Reply from Beginning Boutique

Hey Skye, thanks for your great feedback! I am glad that we could help and that you have had a good experience with us. Thanks for coming back, we appreciate your support!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Absolute nightmare company

I live in Ontario Canada. I ordered a dress for my daughter on October 21. Somewhere within the shipping process my dress never made it to Ontario Canada and instead was sent back to Australia on October 29. I contacted the company and at first kept telling me my dress was in Canada and to file an investigation. I tried but becasue it involves an international tracking number I am unable to but Canada post suggested that the company can. Well, Beginning Boutique was extremely unwilling and instead repeatedly told me to wait to see if the dress would come. As of today the company has blocked my email address. I am out over $120.00. I have proof of all their emails to back up what I am saying. This is not a way to do business. The reviews on their website must be fake. I wrote a bad review and they won't post it.

18 November 2024
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Quite good

I have to say, i live in germany but still ordered even though is from Australia, the express shipping only took 5 days and the dress was quite good quality. I even received a handwritten note. I would definitely order again if i didn’t live in Germany and wouldn’t have to pay customs (I didn’t pay that much though)😊(i ordered a formal dress btw)

31 October 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

If I could leave 0 I would

If I could leave 0 I would, the quality of the dress we ordered is terrible- I emailed customer service and tried to give them a chance to fix the problem, 7 days later they still have not helped. I would not buy from this company.

7 October 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Return policy is misleading

Return policy is misleading. They decide how long they think it’ll take for your package to be returned to their warehouse. No matter how early you start, it won’t make it within their 14 day window, so you’ll only be offered store credit.

And the dress wasn’t that nice either.

29 September 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Worst customer service experience in my…

Worst customer service experience in my life. Purchased from them. Never received confirmation. Needed to return and couldn’t locate order number because I never received email and there was no invoice in the bag. By the time I received a response back from customer service regarding my order I was told that it was passed the return window for a refund and that would get store credit only. I will never purchase from this company or recommend it to anyone! They do not value their customers!

25 September 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Security Check

My daughter recently purchased a dress through the website and used her credit card. She is the authorized user and I am the owner of the card. Almost immediately they sent her an email stating there is a security check and to send a screenshot of the transaction as it appears on the online banking statement. If this is not done order will be cancelled. Immediately my concerns for this place kicked into gear and I said no way. However, the transaction still went through. I told them again that this is terrible business practice to ask individuals to send any transaction information via email. The individual still refused to send product unless I give this information or speak over the phone. Now I have no product and they have my money for an additional ten business days. Don't do business here. I think that asking for transaction information of any kind poses a security risk. Doesn't matter how they word it in their policy. Steer clear.

19 September 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

The dress looked nothing like the photo…

The dress looked nothing like the photo and felt and looked cheap. The dress also took forever to get here. When applying for a refund we were told that it must get there within a certain amount of days. This is insane considering it took way longer to get here. I would not recommend this boutique for anybody who lives outside of Australia.

5 September 2024
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