Beginning Boutique Reviews 

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TrustScore 3 out of 5

2.8

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Considering 43 reviews, most reviewers were somewhat happy with their experience overall. Many customers frequently praised the excellent customer service, highlighting quick responses and helpfulness. People also found some products to be of great quality, comfortable, and true to size, appreciating efficient ordering and fast postage. However, some customers were dissatisfied with the strict return policy, citing short windows, unexpected fees, and difficulties with refunds. Many people also reported product quality issues, including items not matching descriptions, pilling, or poor construction. Some reviewers experienced unhelpful customer service, and a few mentioned delays or non-receipt of orders.

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Customer service

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Return policy

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Beautiful dress. Unfortunately I paid for express shipping which was supposed to be next day delivery. I wasn’t expecting next day delivery, but it wont be coming for 7-8 days! I wouldn’t have bought... See more

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Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Not the same colour as on the website. I would expect some variation but the skirt is a completely different green than advertised. Comfortable skirt but not completely what I thought it would be.... 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

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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Company details

  1. Women's Clothing Store
  2. Clothing Store
  3. Dress Store
  4. Fashion Accessories Store
  5. Formal Wear Store

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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

Fantastic Service!!

Fantastic Service!!
I recently made my first ever purchase from Beginning Boutique and was so impressed with the speed, of delivery and communication about when to expect my package that I would not hesitate to recommend this company. The product arrived and was exactly what I had ordered and was in perfect condition. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

March 28, 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

My daughter ordered a few dresses within a couple different orders, trying to find the right style and size for prom. The dresses came quickly and the return/exchange process was easy. Each time I had a question, the customer service agents were very quick to respond, helpful and provided personal follow up. I could not be more impressed with the customer service from this online store!

March 11, 2022
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I ordered a dress that never came.

I ordered a dress that never came.. I contacted someone about it who said there is nothing that they can do because their records said it was delivered.. I was working from home, I would definitely know if it came. The customer care team did not care at all...

February 23, 2022
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

great service and amazing quality of clothes !

i ordered a dress twice and they were SO LOVELY ON ME but got a little too tight on my bust so im returning it. customer service is SO GREAT!! i love it. i’ve never came across such good customer service in ages. will order the same dress again and hopefully it fits this time lol🤍🤍

February 17, 2022
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Super disappointed

Ordered a bikini set and was so disappointed. First of all I got two bikini tops (two in different sizes) and no bottom, very annoying. Plus the fit and proportions make no sense- the straps are ridiculously wide and the coverage of the bra maybe fits a six year old. On the website it seemed so flattering but irl it’s impossible to wear since it’s so unproportional. Do not make the mistake I did.

February 14, 2022
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Reply from Beginning Boutique

Hi Shira
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review and I am so sorry about this happening!
If you have received an incorrect item, you are always welcome to reach out to us so we can organise a resolution for you immediately.
I have sent you an email requesting some information so we can try and get this resolved for you. xx

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.

February 2, 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!

January 12, 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.

January 12, 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.

January 10, 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.....

January 7, 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

December 29, 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.

December 26, 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.

December 15, 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

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