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FASHIONPHILE

4.2 (472 reviews)
Closed • 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Birkin 25 & 30
Carmen L.

We came shopping for my mother in laws birthday. I was nervous because some reviews were negative but we had a great experience. Ryann Belden took great care of us. Upon arriving you are greeted by security and sent to the front desk. They told us to look around and when we are ready to look at items to take a seat and they will bring us an iPad. The iPad was very convenient. We found what we wanted and added it to our bag. Now, know you will need to sign in and create an account but if you do that before hand you can log into your account from the iPad. Ryann called for the 5 items we were interested in and we had them within about 10 minutes. We were able to look thru and open the bags, try them on, discuss them and decide if we wanted to see more. This is a pre loved store so you can find great prices but it could be because key items are missing. A bag she loved did not have the lock , key or clouchette. What I loved was that we could actually handle the bags and even put some items in the bags to make sure it's what we really wanted. I was really surprised by the size difference of a Birkin 25 & 30. We didn't find what we were looking for but it truly was a great experience. I am so appreciative to Ryann for taking her time with us.

Inside - very little displayed
Amanda B.

First time shopping experience: so mid. Looks cute but haven't invested in fixing parking lot yet. Entrances smelled like a dead animal. Everything is glass so they can see you coming a mile away but the security guard watched us and waited until we pulled on the door to open it. *eye roll* There is very little merch displayed at this flagship store. Made me use an iPad to shop online (while in person) and put it in my digital cart before they went and got it. Didn't tell me how long it would be so I stood there waiting and then they were weird about it. I'm not a mind reader and there was no communication (i .e. "it will be 10 minutes so sit down" would have been nice). Finally brought out the item, I said I wanted it. They wanted all my personal info and I couldn't just pay which is so annoying. When I got home they didn't put the almost $1000 item back in the case, it was loose in the box! So dumb. People get offered water but I didn't. Weird, trying too hard place with terrible service. Employees weren't nice and it was an ordeal even when I knew exactly what I wanted.

Torn strap

In the beginning, I was very happy with Fashionphile. I have purchased several handbags from them over the last 2 years with no issues. I even sold purses to them and was happy with how smooth it went. However, I recently purchased a Louis Vuitton (was around $1,000) with a torn strap. The strap came apart the same day I received it so I reached out to their customer service immediately. We emailed back and forth a few times and then they just stopped communication and didn't resolve the issue. I wanted to either return the purse (make sure they would take it back) or get a discount since LV charges $390 to replace the strap. I called twice and was told the same thing both times, that someone would respond by the EOB. I sent 2 follow up emails and still no response. I will not be purchasing from them ever again due to their terrible unprofessional customer service.

broken lock for $2800!!!  highly do not recommend
Lauren W.

Purchased a Louis Vuitton murakami white speedy 30 and it was shipped from this location. The item arrived NOT as described!!! Lock was broken and reeks of perfum. Highly do not recommend!!!

Wall of fabulous
Darci M.

Just wanted to say although I have been before today's visit was just the sweetest! I added the bags to my cart and was greeted as we arrived. Haily was so patient and kind! This will be my daughter's first luxury bag and she wants to make this purchase herself. She wants to make the best choice and save a little money while being in a calm comfortable environment Thank you so much

Peeling of the monogram print
Monija F.

I'm so saddened and so disappointed with FashionPhile's customer service. I purchased a LV Monogram Artsy MM bag a few months ago. I spent over $2300 and was so excited because it was exactly the size I was looking for. Although I realize that the handbags they sell are gently used- I did not expect the LV letters to start peeling off within weeks of the purchase. I took it back to the FashionPhile store at the Carlsbad outlets and showed them the peeling. I didn't want a refund- I simply wanted to exchange it for one that is not peeling. I really loved that style of the handbag. They told me that It was past their 15 day return policy and that I need to take it to the flagship store. So I did that and the flagship store turned me away and told me to call their corporate phone office. So again, I did just that. The representative on the phone was very kind and informed me that he opened a ticket and will have the correct team get back to me tomorrow. They didn't. I waited a few days, called back and spoke with another very kind customer service representative who told me I would get an email by the end of the day. I did not. Finally- I got a generic email from them stating "FashionPhile takes authenticity very seriously" and that the peeling of the LV letters I was experiencing was normal wear and tear. However if I wanted to contest the authenticity of the handbag that I purchased from them, that I was required to submit a certificate from an authentication service stating that the bag was not authentic. I just wish they would have done the right and kind thing to exchange it. The whole experience was so disappointing.

They sent me a label to ship my 4,000 dollar purse to them for resell and magically it was stolen between me shipping it to them or upon arrival and they refused to give me any information on an insurance claim or receiving a credit despite the only way to get the expensive item to them is by using their shipping label. I spent months trying to get them to correspond with me which was so disappointing considering I had been a customer for years. They gave me the run around over a receipt which I provided 2 times and basically refused to make it right by continuing to say the same idiotic thing. They are cat fishing around...pretending to be helpful knowing they aren't interested in making this right knowing they are responsible. I guess we will take this to small claims court because they do not want to make it right.

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6 months ago

Rough start on a purchase but upper management handled it professionally and respectfully. Really appreciate it!

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9 months ago

purchased a beautiful Azure Louis Vuitton from here a few years back, and it was exactly as described!

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It's a beautiful place to go for shopping or selling things too. If you are looking for unique pieces go for it!

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Ask the Community - FASHIONPHILE

Can I make appt here. I called a lot of times but no one answered?

Our apologies, we can only make appointments via phone. Please try us again. Our business hours are M-F 9AM-5PM PT (760) 932-4874

Can I schedule an appointment for today?

I went there twice. 1st time there were no appts within the 2 weeks I called, but I explained that I was just in town n I wanted to buy a necklace and I did not need any assistance. I just needed to try and buy. The lady on the phone was nice… 

Is it still by appointment only?

Yes it is

It says walk-in welcome. Is this true?

No. You need to make an appt to buy and sell. It’s quick and easy to make an appt. Just call. I always shop online first and fill my basket online so when I go in, I log into my acct and show them the items I want to seem(if they are onsite at the… 

Can I shop here? Or it's online only only?

Anyone can shop at FASHIONPHILE - give them a call and they will set a visit for you (my favorite thing to do is call them and do this). Then pick a few items you would like to see, put them in your cart and when you get their they will pull them… 

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“They were able to invite me to their showroom, where the employee put the bag on temporary reserve for me.”

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Aranelle

Aranelle

4.1(38 reviews)
4.8 mi
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. I love this store they have so many unique items, clothing, shoes & gifts. Can't wait to see the…read morenew items each time I come to town..... I bought several items including the coffee towels for gifts. The first few days I was here I had a hard time making it in to the store before they closed.....Before Covid they used to close at 6 but now it must be 5pm. Anyway I made it in and I love all the new items. This is my second year of coming to Carlsbad for an Extended stay during the summer & while I'm here I make a point of shopping small & local. Face mask are required, hand sanitizer is located at the front door for your use.....They are Cleaning between customers...... The staff is always supreme! Very helpful & have great suggestions.....They always ask if you need anything wrapped. Absolutely doing everything they can to make you feel comfortable during this crazy time.

I have been in this shop numerous times as I am a local. And every single time I am in the shop the…read moreemployees ignore me. They are so cold and unfriendly. I don't understand how hard it is to say "Welcome" or "Hi". Do I not look like your typical client? They seem to judge whom they're going to engage with and not engage. From other reviews on here this seems to be on ongoing issue with the employees. It's all about the TRAINING!!! I like the clothes but I just can't see giving money to this establishment when the employees can't engage. I walked in yesterday and there were two employees who never once said one thing to me. I walked around picked up something I was going to buy and then I put it back because no one spoke to me. This has not been the first time no one has spoken to me. I walked out and down the street and made purchases at two other boutiques because they were friendly and engaging. Please teach your staff how to be kind and welcoming to all. It's really not that hard. The women working here don't seem to care about customer service or they don't know how to engage with customers because they haven't been trained. I still have a gift card to use here and it will be awhile before I decide to use it or give it to someone else.

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The Board Source - Frankie getting his board fixed

The Board Source

4.9(21 reviews)
0.4 mi

Okay - so this place is SUPER cool. It's located in the heart of a corporate industrial park, which…read morewas completely unexpected. It's a medium-sized warehouse space chock full of tons of boards and board accessories. Prices overall seem reasonable - I was SO stoked to see a huge so many different types of surfboard fins, leashes and traction pads (relative to what I've seen at most local surf shops). Boards range from tiny finish to classic longboards - new and used offering (the used boards I saw were in loft section and they had some really cool stuff there). I found the staff to be very helpful and accommodating - I popped in to check out a very particular board model, asked a bunch of questions and the staff answered them all without issue or attitude! Apparently, they have a demo program for some of their boards as well but not sure how extensive it is...but it's a nice option to have before dropping a grip of dough on a new board. Definitely a cool spot I would 100% check out again.

I originally called The Board Source and spoke with Mike, who took the time to ask about my…read moreexperience level, what I was riding, and what I was hoping to accomplish. He gave me a few recommendations over the phone, and instead of thinking about it for a few days, I made the 60-mile drive down the very next day -- impatience at its finest. When I got there, Mike greeted me, spent a ton of time answering questions, listened to all my concerns, and never once tried to upsell me. He was super laid back, knowledgeable, and helped me find the perfect longboard for where I am in my surfing journey. After I made my decision, he walked me through everything, explained why he recommended the board, threw on an initial wax job, and even hooked me up with a few bars for the drive home. The best part? Everything he told me about the board turned out to be true. On my first session, the difference was immediate. The board performed exactly as he described and made the transition from my old board incredibly easy. I was already hooked on surfing before, but after riding this board, I now have an even bigger hunger to get in the water. Honestly, it's probably not healthy. hahaha! A few weeks later, I called the owner, John, just to let him know how happy I was with the experience. He was every bit as genuine as Mike--clearly someone who cares about his customers and has a real passion for surfing. In a world where great customer service is getting harder to find, these guys absolutely delivered. The Board Source has earned a customer for life. Thanks again for an awesome experience!

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RANSACK

RANSACK

4.4(43 reviews)
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Whenever we're in Oceanside, we make a point to stop by Ransack. It's one of those shops that's…read moreimpossible to leave empty-handed. The selection is incredibly well curated, with the perfect mix of vintage, western wear, and unique accessories. Over the years, my husband has picked up some of his all-time favorite beanies here, and I've found everything from vintage Levi's to a fabulous furry purple jacket that still gets compliments. Every visit feels like a treasure hunt. The staff is always friendly and welcoming, and the owner is truly one of my favorite people. You can tell how much care and personality goes into the shop. If you're in Oceanside and love vintage, don't miss Ransack. It's a gem and one of our favorite stops every time we're in town.

Cool atmosphere at first. The customer service ruined it all…read more My friends and I came in to look around and see what the store had to offer in terms of clothes and antiques. While we were browsing, the lady at the front kept hovering over us as if we were trying to steal something. It was obvious enough that we actually started laughing about it. Combined with how incredibly expensive everything was, we decided not to buy anything. We did use the photo booth a couple of times, which has about a 3 and 1/2 minute processing time. While waiting for our photos to print and looking through them together, we sat on the couch. There was no one else in the store, and we weren't being loud, rude, or causing any problems. Despite that, we were rudely told the couch was only for customers trying on clothes. Didn't know the couch was a dressing room. It felt unnecessary considering we were simply waiting for the photos we had just paid for and were about to leave. The store has a cool concept, but the customer service made it feel unwelcoming. Greet every customer with kindness. Not everyone who walks into your store is out to get you.

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