6 Tips for Shopping for Jewelry online
Why shop for jewelry online?
When shopping for jewelry in a store you have salespeople pushing you to buy as well as an environment where you can’t really compare items from different stores.
By buying jewelry online, you have million of different styles at your fingertips for a fraction of the cost that you would buy in stores. Jewelry is small and easy to ship to your door, and the convenience of buying jewelry in your own home can’t be beat.
Research for the style, prices and quality that you want.
You do have to be an informed buyer when shopping online. Do you want silver, gold, platinum jewelry? What about the style? Beaded or belcher? Read about jewelry that would be best suited to you before you decide to make an online purchase. This research will only take a few minutes and few clicks of your mouse and will make online purchasing easier and quicker.
Make sure that the online store you are shopping in has specs (quality of jewelry, how it’s joined, the hallmark and the size)
If you have been researching the jewelry that you want, you want to make sure that the vendor you’re dealing with gives you these specifications. A picture is not enough in determining the size or quality of the jewelry. Most jewelry sites will have this information listed with the jewel if not you can contact them for more information.
Call, email or contact the vendor if you have any questions
If you’ve fallen in love with a piece, but can’t find information or just want some more pictures or specs to make your decision, you should email or contact the jewelry retailer. They will be happy to help clarify any questions that you may have. If it is difficult to contact the retailer, it may be an indication that you don’t want to buy from them.
Check Shipping options as well as Shipping companies
Some companies have free shipping over a certain amount. Make sure that the shipping prices are factored into the overall sale. Also check for insurance. Pacifika Spirit uses New Zealand Airmail which covers insurance for up to 0 dollars. If there is no insurance please find out if you need your jewelry insured and if it would cost extra.
Make sure that there is a return policy and read the fine print
Even if you’ve gone through all of these steps and you may still receive something that you’re not thrilled with. There should be a return policy for all items in the store. Some stores have restocking fees and some don’t so make sure to read the fine print and know exactly what you’re getting into.
Laura is a leading expert in sterling silver jewellery and travels the world to find exclusive pieces for Pacifika Spirit www.pacifikaspirit.com
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