I bought this trench about a year ago at an event in Cincinnati. When I tried it on at home the coat had an odd pucker at the hemline. It appeared the lining was too short for the outer layer pulling the hemline up into buckles. I was offended by the return policy, especially since popping into the shop in Cleveland wasn't practical, I paid to ship the trench both ways to exchange it for another. Mind you, this was after needing to push for a resolution for the defect. The exchanged trench arrived and believe it or not it had the same issue. I would have thought they just returned the same coat to me but there was a sleeve detail that was different so it was clearly not the same coat. After the difficulty with the first exchange I didn't even attempt another. My mistake. I accepted I would need to spend what I suspected would be a couple hundred dollars to have it repaired locally by my alterations person. Since Fall weather had turned to Winter and I wouldn't be wearing the coat it went back in the closet and I did not address it until today. I have just consulted with my alterations person who pointed out that the coat had been modified already in an attempt to fix the issue. The fix was cut incorrectly and was creating part of the current problem. Literally, a piece of fabric had been sewn to the bottom of the coat hem, seemed at the bottom and then attached to the lining. So Valerie new about the problem, yet acted as if I was being unreasonable expecting it to be corrected. He suspects a size S or M lining was sewn into the size L trench. He pointed out that it also pulls at the sleeves and the kick pleat because the lining is just too short. I can't express my disappointment in the experience and would offer warning to anyone tempted to invest with...
Read moreI have been a client of Yellowcake Shop for over a year now, and I have to say I love seeing my closet built up with these amazing, handcrafted, ethically produced sustainable goods! From face masks to tops, cardigans to rompers, to bottoms and all of the pieces I have yet to purchase, I am a huge fan of this business and highly recommend checking them out!
I would much rather invest my money in a small, locally-owned, minority business that produces high-quality fashionable goods any day of the week over buying fast fashion items that will probably end up falling to pieces after a year of wear.
I have always had a hard time when it comes to shopping for clothes and for years I would avoid fitting rooms because so many garments in stores were ill-fitting on me and caused me to have major self-esteem issues, I would purchase clothes online that were much larger than my actually figure just to avoid even shopping in stores. Thanks to Valerie and Yellowcake Shop that has all changed.
After seeing an item I had been eyeing online for quite some time had gone on sale, I made an appointment with Valerie to come in for a fitting. She made me feel completely at ease and helped me with finding the best fit for my body type. For the first time in a long time, I was excited about being in a fitting room, looking in a mirror, and seeing how these amazing designs complimented my figure, it's almost like these pieces were made specifically for me!
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Read moreI absolutely love Yellowcake! They are so easy to work with, and make everything to spec, unless it is created ahead of time. When you get something from them, the item comes quickly, and with not one wrinkle on the garment, but I expect wrinkles, because that's what happens when you order online. I love their Earth-friendly packaging! The owner and workers are so very friendly and professional, and could not be better! I love to follow Valerie on Instagram because she gives some wonderful sewing instructions and videos, which helps me with my own sewing! I can't imagine another company owner helping you to make your own home sewing more professional looking! She goes above and beyond the call, and is extremely unusual and helpful! So professional! These items are created so well and with such great fabrics, that they are made to last, so I treat them as instructed, because they are truly made with care! Valerie has a knowledge base of fabrics, design, and sewing that is unparalleled !! The quality is phenomenal! I would give 10 stars if I could!! Please don't hesitate to buy Yellowcake, because this is one company that you can count on, each and every time you order, or shop at their store!!! 💛💛💛 You won't be disappointed! 💛💛💛 Great quality and great...
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