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Caradan Designs > Information > Terms and Conditions

Terms and Conditions

By placing an order with Caradan Designs you are entering into a legally binding contract and you must agree to the following Terms and Conditions of Sale. Please contact me prior to ordering if you need further advice or assistance.

Ordering

  • All items with the exception of goods from the special offers and ready made garters page are custom made to order in the customers choice of colourways and finish.

  • Current lead times. The customer must agree to the approximate lead times shown here If items are required sooner please contact me prior to ordering to avoid disappointment

  • The customer must not make changes to the individual pieces that will affect work time and price afterwards.

  • Do not change the components of the designs without requesting a full quote. i.e..........changing the pearl type from glass to freshwater.

  • It is the customers responsibility to state where they would like coloured components placed in their items. If this information is not given at the time of ordering an email requesting your preferences will be sent. A delay will result in the order process whilst I await a response.

  • Do not order items with colours that are not listed on the colour options pages. If in doubt please ask.

  • Caradan Designs reserve the right to alter any aspect of this website, including pricing at any time.

Payment

  • UK customers may pay by credit/debit cards, cheque, postal orders and bankers draft. Please make payable to Caradan Designs.

PayPal: Available for all customers. You do not need a paypal account to pay

  • UK Sterling is the only currency accepted.

  • eCheque payments are accepted but do take 7 - 10 days to clear. Please bear this in mind when ordering.

  • Paypal will debit your card or paypal account at the time of ordering.

Postage/Shipping

The organisation used for all deliveries is Royal Mail

Postage is determined by the value of your order. A signature will be required for all orders.

United Kingdom (Recorded Delivery)

Recorded delivery will insure items up to £36.00 in value. Customers are recommended to choose special delivery if the order amount is above £36.00

 
£0.01 - £36.00 £2.50
£36.01 - £50.00 £3.95
£50.01 and over £4.95

Special Delivery is also available as optional £6.00

International Customers

Europe (International Signed For)

£0.01 - £50.00

£6.50

£50.01 - £100.00

£7.50

£100.01 - £149.99

£8.50

£150.00 +

£9.50

USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand (International Signed For)

£0.01 - £50.00

£7.50

£50.01 - £100.00

£9.50

£100.01 - £149.99

£12.50

£150.00 +

£15.50

IMPORTANT

  • Caradan Designs does not take responsibility for late arrival or loss of your package. Postal slips are only kept for one month following despatch so early notification of delays etc. is important.

  • In the event of a delivery failure the Post Office will inform you that your package is awaiting collection at your local depot. If the package is not collected within 7 days they will return it to me. If this situation occurs you will be notified by email and asked to pay for the redelivery of your goods. If I do note receive a response within 7 days the order will be cancelled and a refund minus the 25% customization fee will be issued..

  • It is the customers responsibility to ensure that the despatch address is correct. Addresses that aren't recognised by Royal Mail upon a delay or lost package query cannot claim compensation.

  • Caradan Designs are not responsible for any import taxes/charges that may apply to purchase to an international destination

  • Delivery Times: You will be notified by email when your order has been completed and despatched and the times below are an approximate guide to expected delivery.

Destination

 

Service

 

Delivery

 

Postal Service help

(Please allow 24 hours from despatch before entering your reference number)

UK First Class 1 - 2 days http://www.royalmail.com/portal/rm
  1st Class Recorded 1 - 3+ days  
  Special Delivery (Optional) Guaranteed next day  
       
Europe International signed for 2 - 5 days  
       
Worldwide International signed for 5 - 10 days* USA: http://www.usps.com/shipping/trackandconfirm.htmfrom=home&page=0035trackandconfirm
      Canada:
http://www.canadapost.ca/segment-e.asp

* In my experience, Worldwide delivery can take longer than shown. Your package will leave the UK within 24 hours of despatch and will then be in the hands of your country's postal service, USA and Canadian customers can track their parcels online and even receive email updates. Please ask me for the reference number.

Product Quality

  • Colour control of the crystals and beads and other materials used are the responsibility of the manufacturer/supplier and may occasionally differ from what is shown.

  • The photography process may make the products appear larger than in real life. The approximate size of the product along with the components used is displayed alongside the item. If in doubt please ask before ordering.

  • As each item is handcrafted there may be very slight variations to the original image.

  • All sizes are approximate.

  • Caradan Designs does not take responsibility for any tarnishing that may occur. The tarnishing of metal parts occurs due to naturally found gases in the air.

Cancellations

  • Orders may be cancelled within 7 days of receipt of order. Cancellations after the 7 days have expired will be subject to a 25% customization fee to cover the cost of materials ordered/used and work time spent.

Returns.

1) Goods custom made to order.

  • All items with the exception of goods from the special offers and ready made garters page are custom made to order in the customers choice of colourways and finish.

  • A free sampling service is available to assist the customer with colour and material choices

  • In the unlikely event that you are unhappy with your purchase(s) I must be contacted within 3 days of receipt. Returns are accepted for custom made items and the return package must be postmarked within 7 days of receipt. Goods will be deemed as your property on the 8th day and will be returned. You will receive a refund of the total cost of the goods ordered minus a 25% customisation fee. The goods must be returned in their original perfect condition, unworn, retain all the original display packaging and packaged securely. You must also include your original receipt.

  • International returns accepted within 14 days.

  • Returned items must be sent Recorded Delivery if the value is below £34.00  or Special Delivery if above. No refunds can be given if the goods do not arrive.

  • It is the customers responsibility to claim compensation from Royal Mail if the item is damaged on it's return journey. Photographic evidence will be provided.

  • A refund will not be issued if the items you have ordered do not fit or meet their needs. It is the customers responsibility to provide the correct colours and sizes when ordering. If items are ordered incorrectly and adjustments are needed the customer must pay all return postage costs and any other material/labour costs if necessary. Jewellery can be resized at £5.00 + Postage/shipping per piece

  • No refund will be given under any circumstances if items are returned after the wedding date.

  • Shipping/postage costs to return the item(s) cannot be refunded.

  • Items that are faulty or are damaged during transit may be returned for replacement or refund. Caradan Designs will refund any postage fees that the customer incurs to return the item to us

  • For health and safety reasons earrings cannot be returned for refund.

  • Refunds will be issued within 30 days

2) Bespoke Designs.

  • A bespoke design is a commission made to your own design and are non returnable and non refundable.

3) Special offers and Ready made garters

  • Sale items can only be found on the Special Offers and ready made garters page and will contain a code beginning 'RM'

  • In the unlikely event that you are unhappy with your purchase(s) I must be contacted within 3 days of receipt. Returns are accepted and the return package must be postmarked within 7 days of receipt. Goods will be deemed as your property on the 8th day and will be returned. You will receive a refund of the total cost of the goods.

  • The goods must be returned in their original perfect condition, unworn, retain all the original display packaging and packaged securely. You must also include your original receipt.

  • International returns accepted within 14 days.

  • Returned items must be sent Recorded Delivery if the value is below £34.00  or Special Delivery if above. No refunds can be given if the goods do not arrive.

  • It is the customers responsibility to claim compensation from Royal Mail if the item is damaged on it's return journey.

  • No refund will be given under any circumstances if items are returned after the wedding date.

  • Shipping/postage costs to return the item(s) cannot be refunded.

  • Items that are faulty or are damaged during transit may be returned for replacement or refund. Caradan Designs will refund any postage fees that the customer incurs to return the item to us

  • For health and safety reasons earrings cannot be returned for refund.

  • Pearl and crystal samples are not available for return or refund

  • Refunds will be issued within 30 days

Safety

  • Goods sold on this website are not intended to be used as toys. Many of the materials used in the making of the products  contain very small parts. Therefore for health and safety reasons, all children must be supervised and not left alone with any products. Caradan Designs will not be held responsible for any injury caused.

  • Caradan Designs cannot be held responsible for any allergic reaction that our products may cause. If in doubt please ask prior to ordering.

Privacy

  • Caradan Designs takes your privacy very seriously. Under no circumstances will your personal information be made available to any third party. The information we have on file will be used for the purpose of processing your order or enquiry and to provide the best possible service only.

The type of information we hold includes

  • Your name

  • Address

  • Telephone number

  • Email address

  • IP address for customers who have placed a successful order online

  • Credit/debit card details of those customers who order by telephone or post. These are held securely offline and are destroyed once your order has been completed.

IP Addresses

  • Your IP address will be stored on a secure server when an order is placed. This information will not be disclosed to any third party unless I am required to do so by law. This includes fraud investigations by any regulatory governing body.

Complaints

  • In the event of a complaint please send details in writing to admi...@caradandesigns.com

Copyright

  • © All images and text shown on this website are the property of Caradan Designs. No part of this site may be copied or downloaded without permission. Hot linking is strictly forbidden. Offenders will be blocked from visiting the site.

  

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Caradan Designs create an extensive range of bridal tiaras including headbands, tiara convertiblesside tiaras and hairvines. You will also find elegant hair jewellery with hairpins and mini haircombs to embellish your hairstyle. The bridal jewellery collections have a wide selection of necklaces, bracelets,  earrings and back jewellery. All designed to compliment the tiara and hair jewellery range. All of our bridal accessories are handcrafted to order with a myriad of colours to choose from. Other crystal embellished bridal accessories including bridal garters will add those all important finishing touches.