Penelope Chilvers Reviews 172

TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

3.5

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Evaluating 41 reviews, most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Many customers appreciate the quality and design of the products, often describing them as beautiful and well-made. Reviewers frequently praise the customer service for being helpful, responsive, and efficient in resolving queries and issues. The ordering process is often highlighted as simple and expedient, with some customers receiving their items quickly. However, some people were dissatisfied with various aspects. Several customers reported issues with sizing, finding that products did not fit as expected despite assurances. There are also concerns regarding the refund process, with some experiencing significant delays and a lack of communication after returning items. A few customers also mentioned receiving faulty products or encountering difficulties with exchanges, leading to frustration with the customer service and overall experience.

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Customer service

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Quality

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I went into the Notting Hill shop and tried on shoes, but the ones I liked not available in my size. Was assured they were true to size, so ordered my usual size by mail order, but when they arrived... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thank you to PC and Debbie in Customer Service. I had purchased a pair of sandals and processed the online purchase before applying a further discount code. When I asked, a prompt reply talked through... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Did not order the correct number, so had to reorder. The shipping was amazingly fast - UK to US - ordered late Thursday night, and got the shoes on Monday. The return process was smooth, customer su... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good quality, well made sandals, on the expensive side but I can appreciate the quality and they will be well looked after. Faultless customer service from Debbie who assisted me with a couple of quer... See more


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  1. Shoe Store

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We design footwear and accessories to fall in love – and stay in love - with. Combining contemporary, fashion led design with enduring style and traditional craftsmanship, Penelope Chilvers produces timeless, made to last pieces that work seamlessly with each season’s trends.


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3.5

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TrustScore 3.5 out of 5

172 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Debbie has been exceptional

Debbie has been exceptional. She went above and beyond to rectify a problem for me, offering different options to suit.
She is an asset to Penelope Chilvers.
5*

April 22, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Wonderful shoes

Wonderful shoes. When I had to comeback to you Debbie in customer services was super helpful. Thank you very much indeed

April 3, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer service

Great customer service, very fast response to my email regarding a return. The original discount code was honoured along with free shipping for the replacement size. Thank you

April 11, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Customer Service

Customer Service resolved and old issue with swiftness and understanding that I wasn't expecting on a genuine issue/accident. I can't thank them enough.

April 10, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent customer service 👍👍

I would rate Penelope Chilvers five stars for both the beautiful footwear and excellent customer service. The customer services representatives whom I dealt with, Kimberly and Debbie were both extremely helpful and efficient. Thank you, Jane

April 7, 2025
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

US Pays More, Conversion rates do Not match

I would give Penelope Chilvers 5 Stars for all the boots, shoes, espadrilles and sandals I have purchased over the past several years. But would give PC a negative 5 stars for charging Americans more money for the same items. I recently visited the UK, purchased items from a PC store, returned to the US, ordered a daughter a pair of ghillies and discovered PC is not charging the exact conversion rate from pounds to US dollars---- on any of the items PC sells. Sorry but I have to wonder why. Politics? Repulsion towards Americans? Seriously, i could afford a discount round-trip ticket to Europe for the price difference I paid for my beloved PC footwear.

March 19, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fabulous

I ordered the pair of flat honey espadrilles. They are fabulous. I have quite wide feet and they fitted me perfectly. I want another pair in a different colour. My new go to for summer.

March 12, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent customer service

The customer service team recently went above and beyond when I accidentally sent a return from a different store back to them. They repackaged and sent on to correct address and kept me informed throughout the process. Very grateful to them!

February 28, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing customer service in the Stow on…

Amazing customer service in the Stow on Wold store, nothing was too much trouble , cannot believe how many different sizes and colours I tried on. I never felt pressured or rushed and am so pleased with my amazing purchase
I contacted customer service re my discount code and they went above and beyond to assist , always friendly , polite and checking back to ensure everything was perfect. Thank you so much , so refreshing , see you again soo

February 2, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

SUBLIME CUSTOMER SERVICE!

There was a small issue with my order and the customer service was, as always excellent. Debbie was extremely helpful and responsive. She resolved the issue with professionalism and kindness. Always such a lovely company to deal with, gorgeous footwear too, thank you!

February 5, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Shocked that the shoes I received were…

Shocked that the shoes I received were damaged, worn, and in a broken box. Apparently, there are no quality checks any longer.

February 3, 2025
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Reply from Penelope Chilvers

Hello El,

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We sincerely apologise for the condition in which your shoes arrived. This is far from the standard of quality and service we strive to maintain.

We deeply regret that our quality checks failed to catch this issue before your order was shipped. Your experience is a top priority for us, and we are committed to ensuring that such incidents do not happen again.

Please do get in touch via our email customerservices@penelopechilvers.com with your order number as we would love the opportunity to further investigate this matter and ensure you are compensated for any inconvenience caused.

All the best,
Poppy, Customer Experience Assistant

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Quality Footwear and Outstanding Customer Service

I recently made a first time purchase with Penelope Chilvers following a recommendation. The quality of their footwear appears to be incredibly good and their customer service is outstanding - two qualities which are becoming harder to find. Thank you!

January 27, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Quality Company

Not only does Penelope Chilvers have wonderful quality and very fashionable with an understated elegance, they also have great customer care.
I have put their customer service to the test and they did not disappoint!

January 7, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Poor quality boots

In 2024 I got 3 pairs of Doma Leather Boots in 3 colours, black, brown and brown suede.

Suede boots - on one of the boots pull loop got torn off the first time I tried to put the boots on.

Brown leather boots - worn occasionally, soles starting coming off after 3 months.

Black leather boots - worn the most frequently, soles started coming off after about 6 months.

I would expect quality to be much better from a designer like Penelope Chilvers and for boots at that price range.

I can’t comment on customer service, but the product quality is disappointing.

January 5, 2025
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Reply from Penelope Chilvers

Hello Agata,

Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We sincerely apologise for the quality issues you've encountered with your Doma Leather Boots. We understand your disappointment and agree that the quality you described does not meet the standards we strive to uphold.

We greatly appreciate the detailed description of each pair and the problems you've experienced. This information is crucial for us to address the quality concerns with our suppliers and ensure such issues are prevented in the future.

We would love for you to email our team so we talk through your experience and make it right. Please get in touch with us at customerservices@penelopechilvers.com.

All the best,
Poppy, Customer Experience Assistant

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Sub - standard boots

My husband bought me some boots and we had return them as the zip on one of the boots wasn’t straight ad the top of both boots was squashed .We had no apology and to add insult to injury they changed £5 for returning them.
Not the standard I would expect .

November 27, 2024
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Reply from Penelope Chilvers

Hello,

Thank you for your feedback regarding the boots your husband purchased. We sincerely apologise and understand your frustration with the condition of the boots, as well as the return fee you incurred. We pride ourselves on the quality of our boots and it's disappointing to hear we fell short on this occasion.

Please reach out to our Customer Service team via customerservices@penelopechilvers.com as we would like to investigate this matter and ensure you receive a refund for your delivery fee. We will also address the quality issues with our team to prevent such occurrences in the future.

We appreciate your feedback and hope to improve your experience with us.

All the best,
Poppy, Customer Experience Assistant

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Long Tassel Boots + Customer Support

As I'm from Germany, I wrote to the support team to double-check the fit etc.
Based on the sometimes less than ideal ratings from the support team, I was expecting a longer waiting time etc..
However, I was pleasantly surprised:
Kimberly replied to me quickly, in detail and meaningfully = thank you
The order was placed.
There was a small inconsistency with DHL / customs / import to Germany.
I then sent an e-mail to Customer Support. This was also dealt with immediately and the response was prompt (Hirah Shah).
Hirah also contacted me again afterwards to check that everything had gone well.

Many thanks to the great support team (in my case: Kimberly and Hirah Shah).

A small note for shipping to third countries / customs countries = please provide the exact description of the items (intended use, quality, material and commercial designation) on the delivery bill / invoice including customs tariff number, otherwise it will not work optimally with the third country / customs 😊.

Long tassel boots:
The look and feel, as well as the material and workmanship, are very high quality.
As Penelope recommended in the video, I rubbed the boots with the leather cream after trying them on.
The size is the same - they are a little bit bigger, but as I generally insert a sole (winter = lambskin sole / summer = leather sole), the boots fit perfectly.

Now I wear the boots and they fit / nestle more and more to my foot from day to day.
Leather boots just want to be worn in 😊

Many thanks to the Penelope Chilvers team.
Elisabeth

November 18, 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

After I had a problem with my order

After I had a problem with my order, I contacted the customer services department. I received a reply after only 10 minutes and by the next morning the problem had been resolved. Debbie who dealt with my order was excellent, brilliant customer care service.

November 22, 2024
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