Thursday, August 2, 2012

Broken Toy

Which one of us doesn't get excited when they recieve a package in the post?? I can hardly contain myself whenever I do.

Today I recieved a package via registered mail from Singapore. The detailed description of contents read 'Toy' on opening it, here's what I discovered





A completely scratched up, bent and broken necklace which I had ordered with my credits from oasap a few weeks ago.

What I ordered looked like this:


I am probably guessing that the packaging and handling was rough, not only is it broken, the leopard print parts as you can see from the third picture is coming off the metal, and what you can't see from my pictures is the scratches on gold plating which is chipping off on the sides. The necklace has also completely lost shape. Also, it was labelled as a 'toy'.. which is what I would attribute the rough handling to.

I will try and send it back and hopefully get a replacement and report back D.I.Y Queens are probably wondering whay I don't just fix it, the truth is, I wanted to fix the 'broken hinges' but when I saw how bent the black part is and how scrached up it was, I decided against it. Has anyone encountered this problem before??

58 comments:

  1. It's a pity that the necklace is broken because it's a lovely pieces, hopefully you can get a new one.
    Kisses
    city-aholic.blogspot.com.es

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  2. That looks like a packaging issue, as shipping jewelry is the hardest thing to ship! Hopefully, there will be no issues with the return and your new one will come back perfect like the picture! I love this necklace too! It's so cool! xx Pip

    http://easyoutfitsbypip.blogspot.com

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    1. ;-/
      On the photo it looks much better then "in real life"...

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  3. I had the same problem but with other site. Package was also labeled as toy and I got broken necklace too. I don't know why they don't put "fragile" on the package. I somehow managed to edit the necklace so I didn't contacted them but I should have...

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  4. I usually have the experience on my ebay orders and so i totally decide to avoid buying again from the seller, but all my orders from Oasap by far are always intact.
    I hope you receive a replacement quickly!

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  5. Such a pity!Maybe the post didnt treat your package right.Hopefully you will get a replacement :)

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  6. they are wonderful! and i am jeleaous :P

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  7. OMG this is awful you should send it back and ask them to send you one who is not broken, or give your money back.

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  8. Wow.
    It looks gorgeous. You can repair it at a jewelear. They have a special "gun" wich sticks metals...
    ;-)

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  9. Omg feeling so bad for you :( Hope you can return it or fix it!

    http://mentrend.blogspot.be/

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  10. Gorgeous necklace, I hope you get your replacement.

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  11. That is pretty awesome!

    Mind follow back?
    http://essieslifestyle.blogspot.nl/

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  12. This is sad...how bad can the handling be to remove the hinges crazy...ION some commenters don't read posts.

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  13. OH man. I hope you get your replacement soon :)

    xx
    Quiet Luxury


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  14. Sorry to hear that. I never had this kind of problems before with online shopping. I never shopped at OASAP specifically so can't tell...

    I hope you get a replacement. In the meantime cheer up and have a wonderful day ;)

    LA By Diana Live Magazine

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  15. that's awful, hope you get a better one soon! followed you on bloglovin, hope you can follow back! http://xxxloveisbeautyxxx.blogspot.ie/

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  16. i would love to follow each other!
    following now...
    lots of love
    gio

    www.makefashionnotwar.com

    like my page - www.facebook.com/makefashionnotwar.com

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  17. Cannot believe that! The nexklace was amazing!

    http://cravingfofbarneys.com

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  18. What a pity, the necklace was gorgeous!

    http://heyconstance.blogspot.com.ar/

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  19. Awww, that's too bad. It's cute!

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  20. Oh that sucks. At least if it was just broken links, you could fix that


    Pixel Hazard | Bright Green Laces |

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  21. That really sucks! The item was so beautiful and in perfect condition that's why you order it! I really hate it when I am actually excited and giddy for my packages to arrive then I'll learn and see it broken. I can take the delay but broken items are a no-no! Hope they can fix it for you because it is such a waste!

    Arra
    The Princess on the Brink

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  22. Amazing post. Your blog is great. I totally love it!!!
    Best Regards
    Miss Margaret Cruzemark
    http://margaretcruzemark.blogspot.com/

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  23. What a beautiful necklace! So sorry it came in broken! And you definitely shouldn't fix anything yourself, and do not send it back until you contact the seller. Maybe the store wouldn't want to pay for the shipping back to them and just ask you to destroy the broken one and send you a new one.

    Victoria,
    'The Wind of Inspiration' blog

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    1. Great advice! Thanks, I will definitly do that!

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  24. Ohhh too bad,the necklace is amazing;)
    xx
    B.
    http://www.beeswonderland.com/

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  25. Oh what a pity that the necklace is broken (( Maybe need to write to the store and ask for replacement?

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  26. Sorry to hear that! Hope they change it for you!
    Have a great day!
    http://robertascoolestplaces.blogspot.com.es/

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  27. Awww, too bad! I sure hope you'll have more luck next time you order something! And, of course, that it will be fixed. :D

    http://the-wandering-heart.blogspot.com

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  28. cool necklaces!! how about we follow each other:-))

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  29. It was so beautiful! So sad it's so broken. I hope they can replace it, good luck on that. Thank you for your comment on my blog, is so kind, I'm glad you liked my first outfit.
    http://natalia-etlamode.blogspot.com

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  30. awesome necklaces! :)

    http://bellasstyle.blogspot.co.uk/

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  31. Love the necklace. Though its kinda bad. So sad that it is broke. I really hope they will send you a new one. <3
    Btw, love your blog. I hope we can follow each other.

    x
    www.cherryfactor.blogspot.com

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  32. Amazing necklace! Your blog is gorgeous. I just signed up as your latest follower - I hope you follow me back!
    http://coastal-style.blogspot.com

    Melissah from Coastal Style

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  33. What a great necklace hope the replacement comes soon beautiful! Now following you!
    -Kosi
    http://onecreatesoneself.blogspot.com/

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  34. That is so terrible!! Hopefully you get a new one soon!! I would be so mad if I receive this item!!


    ang-closet365.blogspot.ca

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  35. The necklace is really cool, I hope you get a new one. I had the problem once with earrings but I got my money back:D
    happy weekend,
    xx chris

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  36. aww this is so disappointing! i hope they do something about this. I've never had bad experiences with them so far. Anyway, thanks for dropping by my blog! Followed you! Hope you follow mine as well :)

    XO, Mish
    http://starmishie.blogspot.com

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  37. Is the fiorst time that I was hearing this :( I'm really dissapoiting :(

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  38. wow, that's awful! I would be so sad to open up my package to see that.

    xo,
    Angela
    headtotoechic.blogspot.com

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  39. Oh my... I would have been mad as all get out for a moment, lol. Yep, you made the right decision--send it back! Not your job to fix... love you, sis. :)

    ccurlgirl.blogspot.com

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  40. Cute!

    http://mysecretshopping.blogspot.com.es/

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  41. That's so disappointing! I always expect to have to tighten jump rings on jewelery when I order it but not to completely rebuild the piece! Sending it back was a good choice!

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  42. Oh no! That is so disappointing, I hope they will send you a replacement! Thanks for stopping by, I'd love for us to keep in touch! :)

    xo, Yi-chia
    Always Maylee

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  43. How disappointing! I hope you are able to return it with no problems!

    <3
    Ann
    http://www.tongueincheeky.com/

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  44. I LOVE getting packages in the mail! So exciting ^^
    Beautiful necklace!
    xoxo

    novelstyle.blogspot.com

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  45. THIS SAME THING HAPPENED TO ME! I ordered a necklace almost exactly like this and it arrived in pieces. Unfortunately it was a final sale. I am no DIY queen but I hope to finagle some chic way to bring it back to life.

    candekiss.com

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