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
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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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21 Evesham Street, W11 4AJ, London, United Kingdom
- +44 (0) 20 7491 9777
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Return and refunds very poor experience
Ordered a jumper in January sales and sent it back as soon as I received it as it was not as expected. I had confirmation 3 days later on 28th Jan that it had been received back and I would be refunded within 10 days. 10 weeks later after chasing I finally get a refund but they have made deductions from the original price due to additional reductions made in the sale. By this time I had enough and just glad I got something back. But be warned if you send something back keep checking that refund is actually made as this isn’t apparently automatic.
First Class Products and Customer Service
The quality of the boots and the style were even better than expected. They went on sale 2 days after I purchased them, and they honored a price adjustment. They were very responsive and treated me like a loyal customer even though I was a first time buyer. Excellent!
Wonderful Experience as First Time Customer!
This is my first experience as a customer of Penelope Chilvers, and although I haven’t received my order yet, the customer service experience has been expedient, warm, informative and exceeding expectations. I am grateful for Annabel’s attentive care that went into my question and the prompt replies! Thank you! The order process from UK to US was simple and expedient (ordered on Thursday and received on Monday) and I am in love with my Long Tassel boots! The quality, the packaging and sizing were all as described and expected - I will be a life customer! Thank you PC!
Don’t waste your money
I purchased some Penelope Chilvers boots in Jan 24. They are tan suede so have had very little wear, probably worn 10 times at most. Came to wear them recently and noted the rear seam had a hole (looks like the leather hadn’t been sewn too close to the edge and had therefore come apart). Tried to reach out to Penelope Chilvers themselves who point blank refused to engage with me and directed me to where I purchased. Luckily I had the receipt. The company I purchased from contacted Penelope Chilvers who simply said, outside of two years (barely) so get knotted. So, I now have a pair of boots which cost over £250 were meant to be amazing quality (ha) which aren’t wearable any more unless I pay for a repair which will be visible. The boots clearly weren’t manufactured properly …i certainly won’t be buying anything PC again as the quality clearly isn’t there and the customer service is non existent
Great service
Can I just say what great customer service to back up good quality product will definitely recommend. Well done!!!
Very Classy Shoes
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 they did not fit. The shoes were beautiful! Returned and was courteously dealt with, and have received refund. Had to remind to refund protective spray and cream, also returned as bought specifically for the shoes. Apology received. I have learnt that I must not buy shoes mail order!
Placed order 28/01 it’s now 06/02
Placed order 28/01 it’s now 06/02. Received confirmation email of order stating they were preparing for its dispatch but heard nothing since. Have tried to email but they don’t answer.
I noticed they were responding to Facebook comments so also commented there but again, no response.
Feelings like they’ve taken my money but this is a scam company.
Penelope Chilvers you claim to have Royal customers but you certainly don’t treat your customers like Royalty.
I’d love to hear from you, please do get in touch.
Did not order the correct number
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 support was quick, and resolved everything. The shoes are gorgeous! Thank you Tatiana for support.
Awful
Awful. Thr boots were dumped in a field by the courier. Rather than been delivered to my husbands house. Immediately I called the courier company DPD who refused ti tell me the location of the boots or send the driver back. Instead i had to call the Penelope. I immediately called and what's app. At this tine I'm m sure if people had just responded the driver could of been sent back and my boots correctly delivered.
Penelope completely blanked me.. I left messages on two different whatsapp numbers. They didn't t even read them. I left various voice messages, no one called me back. Their Facebook they just told me contact customer services. I then made a claim via PayPal. They didnt even respond to paypal. I guess I am left to the take the issue to court.
I can't belive a company I've e loved for years and alway have bought their boots in the past have treated me this way.
Awful Customer Service
Returned boots as too tight on calf despite measuring. Had notification of receipt of return. Since then, nothing. No correspondence, no call back, no refund! No nothing. Not impressed especially as this was my first PC purchase.
Excellent customer service and great…
Excellent customer service and great selection of shoes to last years to come. I will certainly be a lifetime customer. Thank you Penelope Chilvers for going above and beyond. I recently bought a pair of boots and quickly received a refund and customer support team were very professional and helpful and notified that there was a glitch on their end regarding stock and the boot was sold out. They were very generous and provided a discount code which I used immediately afterwards and received another pair of boots. Best customer support team by far!!
I have two stunning pairs of boots (so…
I have two stunning pairs of boots (so far) and am looking to purchasing my third when they come back in stock. I have also been to the store in Stow, which I love to visit when I am in the area. Online customer service is the best! At the moment Tatiana is dealing with an ongoing query and she really couldn’t be more helpful.
I’m really disappointed in this company…
I’m really disappointed in this company . I returned a pair of boots the same day as they were very wide . The quality is lovely . I had to chase them up several times for a refund . It’s amazing how long these companies keep your money . I would not order online again . I think it’s disrespectful to keep you waiting and having to chase the company up twice to get my money back
I’m having problems with Penelope…
I’m having problems with Penelope Chilvers. I ordered a pair of shoes a few weeks ago but have still not received them despite emails and many phone messages left customer services has not replied.
I returned a jumper on the 9th of Jan and have still not received a refund. It is impossible to get a response from this company hence my review on here. I hope someone is reading it! I used to be a great fan of this company but now I don’t feel I can trust them.
Enjoy experience
Hello, this is my second purchase of boots from Penelope, I'm delighted with the quality of the shoes and the excellent customer service. Thank you ❤️
Very high-quality boots
Very high-quality boots. Also, customer service is incredibly responsive and accommodating to the customer.
Beautiful boots which unfortunately…
Beautiful boots which unfortunately didn’t fit me but great customer service getting them refunded. I would definitely shop here again!
Improve customer service
Lovely boots but mine have a slight
defect but I still have to pay for the return fee as they have no replacement.
I live in Italy. Customer service slow and quite useless really.
Fantastic boots, great service.
I recently purchased a pair of ankle tassel boots in the sale. They were more expensive than I usually pay but after wearing them today for the first time I’m really delighted. Mine have a wool lining and are very cosy and comfortable, look great and are really well made, worth every penny. I’ve also got the protector spray, leather food and the lovely soft brush to keep them looking good. All items arrived quickly and were very well packed.I could not be more pleased.
Avoid
Avoid, avoid,avoid! Made an order with them during sale event and received a faulty pair of shoes. Made pictures and videos, and contacted their customer service. They told me to ship the shoes back to them and they would send an exchange once they receive my package. To my surprise, few days later after the package was delivered back to Penelope Chilvers, I received an email saying that they have processed my REFUND. To which I again emailed them and stated that I was waiting for an exchange, the same customer representative *Annabel* replied that due to an error they processed a money refund and I should place a new order at my own convenience. (The sale event was over) They also deducted shipping cost of 25$ from my refund. I was completely flabbergasted at a total indifference of their customer service to this issue and complete lack of desire to resolve it! your company sends a faulty made shoes to me (which was a Christmas gift btw) I immediately reach out and send them back for exchange, to only get my money back minus 25$ which I lost because of your non existent quality control and extremely poor customer service. That whole experience with their customer service was horrible and the fact that they send faulty shoes to customers made me not want to deal with that company ever again.
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