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Mombasa Rose

Mombasa Rose

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Mombasa Rose
2.9

38 reviews

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Product Appearance ?As advertised · Not as advertised
Warranty Claim MadeYes · No
38 reviews
Bobbi
BobbiQLD
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Lovely opal pendant and good service – Recently bought a opal necklace for my partner from this store and she loved it. The lady I spoke to on the phone was very helpful and knowledgable which was reassuring. Overall a good experience and I've been told by my partner to come back for another one next year.

Ari B
Ari BQLD2 posts
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The best birthday gift – So so happy! I ordered one of their opal pendants for my birthday and I absolutely love it ❤️ its so special and unique and I receive so many lovely comments from people when I wear it. I've been trying to buy less and only buy things that I can keep for a long time and this was such a good purchase! Hopefully one day I will pass it on to my… Read more

daughter.

The customer service lady coral was so helpful and sent me through an extra photo so that I could get a better idea of where it would sit on me.

Des
Des2 posts
 

Itchy fabrics, seem split within 2 wears – I purchased two items from Mombasa Rose. One was a dress that was so incredibly itchy I could only wear it for brief periods. The seem then split and they said they were unable to help because I used the machine handwash cycle and apparently the length of time in the water would damage to product (I think the cycle is 10 mins). If a material is… Read more

so delicate that it can't be put in water then it's not a suitable material for clothing. Will never be purchasing from them again.

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Alexandra V.
Alexandra V.NSW
 

Disappointment doesn't express how I feel about this company – I purchased the Valentine Tangerine Sun Maxi Skirt and Valentine Tangerine Sun Cami Top. Before purchase, I measured myself a few times for correct sizing. The garments were too large and the quality of the items were of cheap material. I emailed the company kindly expressing my disappointment and asked for an exchange. This was their reply: … Read more

Hi Aleksandra Thank you for your email. Unfortunately the Valentine Tangerine Sun Maxi Skirt 12-14 and Valentine Tangerine Sun Cami Top 12 -14 were purchased as final sale items and are not eligible for return. This is as per their individual listing, and the returns policy shown at checkout. We apologise for any disappointment. Please let me know if you have any further questions. Warm regards, [Name Removed]

I then found the reviews section. So many ladies disappointed with their items and lack of customer service from Mombasa Rose. I do not recommend this company. I don't even know if I will reply to their email. They received the money so they don't care. Final sale item or not, ordering online is risky. The pictures on their website is very deceiving. An exchange or some sort of credit should be given. I will not order anything from them again. How they continue to stay in business is beyond me. Goes to show, BUYER BEWARE!!!

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Maree W.
Maree W.WA6 posts
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Bad quality, horrible customer service & scammy returns policy – If you’re on here, it’s probably because you purchased from them and regretted it. If you haven’t purchased yet, well done… you’re in the right place, put that credit card down!!! DO NOT BUY FROM THIS BUSINESS!! - one of my skirts arrived with a seam not sewn properly, I wanted to return it for a refund but they wouldn’t allow that. I was given a… Read more

replacement, which was the same crappy quality. - I wanted to return the other 4 for refund simply because the quality is terrible. They don’t allow exchanges for refunds at all, so I’m stuck with these skirts that will probably end up with the salvos for $2. - don’t be fooled by their photos, these look great on their models, but it’s much like ordering from Shein or Wish. Which is probably the reason they don’t do exchanges, because they know people will be unhappy.

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Genius
GeniusNSW
 

Nice - I'd buy from them again – First time customer, I bought 2 dresses and both seem to be good quality and fit nicely. They initially sent me the wrong size in one, but their customer service person was helpful about the returns process and it didn't take too long to get the correct one sent over to me. Show details ·  1

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Charlotte W
Charlotte WQLD2 posts
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My new favourite online shop!! – The customer service at Mombasa Rose Boutique was so incredibly helpful! There were a few dresses I had my eye on, but I wasn’t sure which style would look the best on me. The girls at Mombasa were so helpful - after providing my measurements they gave great recommendations for which styles and sizes would suit me best! I ended up deciding on a… Read more ·  1

Seaside dress and I am so happy with my order! Mombasa have just gained themselves a new repeat customer!

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RLM
RLM2 posts
 

Poor quality, poor customer service – The garments made by Mombasa Rose Boutique are of poor quality. I have had two faulty garments - one that split after being washed on gentle cycle on its second wash (due to insufficient seam allowance) and one with a crooked hem much longer on one side. The customer service is terrible. They claimed the lopsided dress falls differently on my body… Read more

- not true as I have the same dress in a different colour and the hem is perfectly even. When you compare the two dresses you can see the faulty one was cut incorrectly. DO NOT BUY FROM THIS COMPANY.

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Positive reviews

Rhonda
Rhonda
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Best ever T-Shirts – I have recently purchased some t-shirts from Mombasa Rose. I was extremely happy with my purchase as I always have trouble with T-Shirts as either too long, fabric light and clingy. But the T-Shirts i received were absolutely great. They have beautiful colours to choose from and the fit and quality is really the best and the pricing affordable.… Read more ·  1

I bought the Aurora T-Shirt Perfect Pink , Phoenix Tee Chocolate and Tali Snow White Tank Top. I already purchased my second order of T-Shirts in other colours and recieved within a few days. I recommend purchasing your T-Shirts from Mombasa Rose as you wont regret it.

Becca
BeccaQLD
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Exactly what I was looking for! – I have recently placed my first order with Mombasa Rose and I am obsessed with my new dress! I have purchased the Caprice green dress and it fits perfectly. I am quite short (5”2) so it is normally quite hard to find a nice maxi/midi dress that’s not too long but that the dress is the perfect length for me and has also adjustable ties! Plus it has… Read more ·  1

pockets!!! Delivery was super quick, only took 2 days to get to me (QLD). Haven’t had to return anything yet but as far as I understand you get a credit note upon returning , which is totally fine with me as I will keep ordering :) Can definitely recommend.

Maxine
MaxineQLD2 posts
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Obsessed! – Absolutely love that store! I own probably about 13 dresses from them by now and I love them all!! I Love that they have so many cotton dresses to choose from as I usually only wear cotton especially in QLD summer! Customer service is also great and very quick if you need any sizing assistance. I never had any problems with them… Recently had to… Read more ·  1

return a dress as I accidentally ordered an incorrect size and the process was super easy! Once they received the return back they issued my credit note really quickly and I was able to order my correct size, which is now my all time favourite!

Negative reviews

Karen P
Karen P3 posts
 

Shocking products and poor service – Terrible designs.. the fabric and colours are not as the website displays. I have asked for a refund and they offered this with a $15 service fee for each product I purchased being 3 @$15 and postage to return which was $18 … .totalling $ $62 …. scandalous.. inferior products with poor style and inferior fabric.. just avoid!!! Show details

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Ellen
Ellen9 posts
 

Poor quality garments , sizing inconsistent – I stopped buying clothes of Shein because of the poor quality and opted for Mombasa rose, it’s not any better. The material is poor quality , the sizing is inconsistent ( two dresses bought , same size labels, completely different fits). Cheap Chinese products with an expensive price tag. Show details

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Disappointed
DisappointedWA5 posts
 

Beware of their refund/return policy – Bought a range of items on sale. Price was good. However their sizing was very inconsistent and they do not allow exchanges/returns on sale items. Therefore I have a wasted money on items I cannot use even after using the size charts they provided. Product quality was OK for their t-shirts but not that great for the dress and skirt I purchased. To… Read more

be fair their returns policy is on their website just did not check as I buy clothes online often and never normally have any issues exchanging/returning goods.

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Recent reviews

Lidiya S.
Lidiya S.NSW3 posts
 

Return policy – I wasn’t happy with a quality at all. The store only offers store credit for returns and does not provide refunds. If you prefer to have the option of a refund, it may be best to look elsewhere. Customer service is very disappointed. Show details

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Vanessa
Vanessa2 posts
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Dresses are beautiful. Customer service is non-existent – The dress I purchased from Mombasa Rose was beautiful. But sadly, they would be losing a lot of customers due to their lack of customer service. Most dress shops are always happy to answer customer questions to increase sales. I have emailed and phoned Mombasa Rose numerous times and it seems they couldn't care less about customers. I will take my business elsewhere. Show details

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Suzie
Suzie
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Perfect Aussie styles – I’ve been buying from this company for a few years now and I can say I’ve never had a problem with them. The last dress I ordered, a Rozita skirt with lots of frills in a beautiful cotton with seashells print gets me so many compliments and makes me feel 10 years younger! Thanks to their customer care lady who is a sweetie I’ve never had a sizing problem, also their web shop is very easy for me to use. Show details ·  1

Maria
Maria
 

Avoid Mombasa Rose – The product I bought was not as advertised. It was shorter than in the picture (I am average height) and the fabric was cheap. I returned it immediately for a refund. Months later I received an email from them saying I hadn't returned it in time and would only be given a $16.50 credit note or I could pay them over $9 and they would return the… Read more

item to me. I pointed out to them that this was unfair as I had returned it within their policy time but received the same response. The product is cheap, the service is extremely disappointing and I would not advise purchasing from them.

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Mombasa Rose    

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Ocean R
Ocean RQLD
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Beautiful clothes and customer service – I’ve been shopping at Mombasa for years now and I’m still wearing some of the styles o bought 10+ years ago - which probably makes me old lol Not sure why they have some bad reviews - they do seem to be about customers not reading the size guide or returns policy? i really love their dresses and they staff have been nothing but kind to me - I… Read more ·  1

often call up for advice when I’m trying out a new style! They have lots of cotton in bright colours and their clothes are soft and feminine. Nothing too tight or fitted which is perfect for Queensland.

Do read the size guide and the fit description - these clothes are meant to be worn comfy and they have lots of info about fit and how the dresses should look.

Overall I’ve only had 10/10 experiences with them.

Katie V.
Katie V.NSW2 posts
 

Very poor quality – I want to start by saying I only buy ethical, high quality little Australian stores like coven and co type clothing usually. But I fell in love with their romance dress it looked beautiful in pictures. I bought it and I am keeping it because it fits nice and looks nice on me but the quality is absolutely terrible, it looks cheap on, the fabric is… Read more

thin and cheap, it looks poorly made with loose stitches etc, it just looks cheap. I am overlooking that because I like the style. An ethical well made version of this dress would be so beautiful. I would never buy from them again. Never. Definitely not worth 99 dollars.

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The Shopper
The Shopper7 posts
 

Absolute crap work here and own this store – I can’t give them a none star, wish I could. Sizing it totally inaccurate and the quality of the actual garments is crap. The customer service takes the cake as THE worst I have ever experienced. Don’t ask for a refund as you won’t get one. You just get a nasty email and a store credit to buy further crap from them. Go throw your money in the… Read more

ocean rather than give it to these [Content Removed], it will be more satisfying. I do not know how they keep their doors open.

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Mombasa Rose    

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Cheri D.
Cheri D.3 posts
 

Colours not as pictured – I've had 2 items from Mombasa Rose, a skirt and a dress. Both items have colour differences from those pictures. The colours are not as vivid and bright. Also be aware that dress sizings are large . There is no refund available and it costs extra to return an item, buy another in its place and then pay for shipping again. Probably these two reasons have put me off dealing with this company in future. Show details

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Maja
MajaSouth Australia
 

NO RETURNS ALLOWED – I ordered a dress size 12/14 (which is my size). The dress was huge and unwearable. I expected an online shopping company to be happy with returns and exchanges of sizes but they do not allow returns for incorrect sizing. The quality is average, not worth the money paid, price shown excludes tax. DO NOT BUY FROM THEM.

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Sheree
Sheree6 posts
 

Can't get a refund, only store credit – Hard to believe that when online shopping is the norm in 2022 you have to be 100% sure something will suit you and fit you before you buy it. Because you can't return it for a refund if it's not suitable. You can only get store credit. So I return a top that turns out to be a weird shape. I return it and use the store credit to try a different… Read more

top. This top is too small. I try a dress instead. The dress colours are not quite like those on screen and don't suit me. I give up. Won't risk shopping here again, too much hassle and not to mention you have to pay for postage each way each time.

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Stephanie B.
Stephanie B.SA4 posts
 

Buyer beware – I purchased a dress online from Mombasa Rose 2021 in August. When it arrived the quality was terrible. The stitching was not straight and there were loose threads hanging off. I emailed them and advised sue to poor quality I was wanting a refund and would return the dress. I returned the dress in the timeframe stipulated. I never heard back from… Read more

them. I lodged a dispute with my bank. A few months later I received notification saying Mombasa Rose were going to report me to the Australian Crime Unit for fraud. Do not buy from them. Terrible quality, no response to questions and then accused of fraud. Ridiculous

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MrsD
MrsDQLD4 posts
 

Do not buy from here!!! – I ordered by their size range…. I am a solid 12 to 14 and even my pants being a 16. I bought their Large size 12 to 14 which were Miles too big! Baggy around the arm pits. Rang and was told too bad so sad! Don’t go by what you normally wear go by their sizing. I only wear flowy dresses but their styles are a joke. Buyer beware!!! Show details

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Posie Nugget
Posie NuggetQLD7 posts
 

Love them ❤️ – Great boutique with lots of fun styles and bright colours. Love the cotton fabric and the summer dresses. Really nice quality, especially good for Queensland heat. It's nice to see a store that stocks something other than beige and pale pink Show details ·  1

Alison
AlisonQLD
 

Easy wear fashion! You need this in your wardrobe – Broad range of sizes and styles, featuring gorgeous prints and colours. Quality clothing at an affordable price. Easy ordering Online Show details ·  1

Vicky
VickyVIC11 posts
 

Terrible service - don't bother shopping here – Sizing was way out. I was told sizing could differ between brands, therefore not entitled to refund. I attempted to get refund via paypal for the amount on my invoice. Was told by Mombasa Rose that they were reporting me to the Australian Crime Unit because I requested a refund for the full price (which was stated on my invoice which I genuinely… Read more

thought was the price I had paid), not the discounted price. Such bad service. Don't waste your time or money. Their products and service are such poor quality and not worth the hassle or the stress.

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Jayne H.
Jayne H.
 

Sizes are way off – Measurements on the website sizing guide are way off. The three dresses I ordered were HUGE. When I emailed the company they said they were “relaxed fit” and I couldn’t get money back or exchange as they were sale items. Bitterly disappointed and a waste of money! Don’t buy from here Show details

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Roxanne-Jade Laws
Roxanne-Jade LawsNSW
 

Super experience – I got a great dress from Mombassa rose. It is called the lizzie bouquet dress and it fits really well, the colour is a gorgeous deep red and it has plenty of space on the top for a larger bust. Definitely recommend as the clothes are great quality and my parcel came super quickly. Show details ·  1

Melissa
MelissaQLD
 

Lovely customer services!! – I bought some dresses for my mum as a gift, and was struggling with what size would fit her. So thankful for the Mombassa team for helping me out with the sizing and fit. They were so lovely and easy to talk too, gave me some great options to pick from and were so understanding and patient with me. Ended up picking the Tillie dress, Ace dress and… Read more ·  1

Maggie dress. My mum absolutely loves them!! She wears them religiously. She non-stop talks about how nice the fabric is and the way it fits on her. Definitely will be purchasing more in the future :)))

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Emma Dunn
Emma DunnQLD2 posts
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Beautiful dresses and great service – Im quite short and of a small build so I often need to get some assistance with online shopping. The lovely girls at Mombasa Rose answered my many questions with speed and honesty, even recommending a different design to better work with my build. I ended up getting a green and a spotty Noosa dress, a Valencia skirt and a Lucia dress. I absolutely… Read more ·  1

love them all! The staff were so spot on with the fits and lengths, added bonus- the postage was fast. Will be back for more, looking forward to seeing the winter range.

Nina
Nina4 posts
 

Absolutely love the dresses!! – I had a great experience with Mombasa Rose. I have several dresses and skirts from them and they are all awesome and so pretty!! I always get compliments when I wear dresses or skirts from them. The quality is perfect, never had any problems and it is such great value compared to other online shops. Show details ·  1

Peter
Peter2 posts
 

Product not what was displayed – Pruchased two products, Quality poor, received a gift voucher instead of a refund. Show details

Peter
Peter   

We used the voucher , product received was poor quality and sub-standard . I will not recommend this site again

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