semprevintage
Buffalo, New York
Shop policies
Last updated on
November 26, 2012
Sempre Vintage selects clothing, accessories, and interesting household items with the utmost attention to quality. We love both high-end and low-end items. Though vintage pieces, all of our stock has contemporary appeal.
Please not that these are all "vintage" pieces (i.e. gently used). In some cases the signs of age are more apparent than in other cases. We do our best to address any flaws in the listing- this includes staining, soiling, tears and rips, odors, and missing parts. When you shop with us you are investing in a unique piece that may have been loved in a past life. Please read our listings carefully.
Please note that in the interest of not compromising the condition of the garments and in order to keep our prices reasonable (dry cleaning costs would raise our prices considerably), we do not generally wash them. We recommend that most items be dry cleaned.
RESERVING listings- We are saddened to announced that we will no longer offer the courtesy of placing a hold on or "reserving" a listing. This system has been abused many times over.
OFFERS- While we do feel that we price our pieces fairly, we often consider reasonable offers on higher priced items. Before making us an offer, please be prepared to commit. If your offer is accepted, we will promptly change the listing to reflect our discussed price and "reserve" the listing for you. It is terrible etiquette to make an offer that you are not willing to back up. Please be courteous to us.
Please not that these are all "vintage" pieces (i.e. gently used). In some cases the signs of age are more apparent than in other cases. We do our best to address any flaws in the listing- this includes staining, soiling, tears and rips, odors, and missing parts. When you shop with us you are investing in a unique piece that may have been loved in a past life. Please read our listings carefully.
Please note that in the interest of not compromising the condition of the garments and in order to keep our prices reasonable (dry cleaning costs would raise our prices considerably), we do not generally wash them. We recommend that most items be dry cleaned.
RESERVING listings- We are saddened to announced that we will no longer offer the courtesy of placing a hold on or "reserving" a listing. This system has been abused many times over.
OFFERS- While we do feel that we price our pieces fairly, we often consider reasonable offers on higher priced items. Before making us an offer, please be prepared to commit. If your offer is accepted, we will promptly change the listing to reflect our discussed price and "reserve" the listing for you. It is terrible etiquette to make an offer that you are not willing to back up. Please be courteous to us.
Accepted payment methods
Accepts Etsy Gift Cards and Etsy Credits
Returns and exchanges
If there is a problem with your item, please notify us as soon as the item gets to you. Please keep in mind that you are buying previously worn garments and that while we do our best to note all major flaws, there may still be minor blemishes. Please keep your expectations realistic.
In the case of return, you will be responsible for all shipping charges.
In the case of return, you will be responsible for all shipping charges.
Payment
Payment must be made within three days of purchase, unless arrangements with us are made for an exception. If payment is not received within three days, please expect a reminder message.
Shipping
We do shipping on Thursday-Saturday. This means that if you purchase your item on Saturday evening through Wednesday, it will potentially not be mailed until the following Thursday. If you need your item by a specific date, please send us a message- we are more than happy to work with you on getting it into the mail as soon as we can.
INSURANCE: We now insist on insuring all orders over $50. This price is included in your shipping price.
For US shipping: we mostly ship Priority mail. If you would like your item shipped another way, please contact us. Also, please contact us if you need your package insured, as this is something we normally do not include.
For INTERNATIONAL shipping: We now will only ship PRIORITY MAIL for international orders. We have had issues with international shipments and feel this is the safest way.
All items are shipped within 5 days of purchase. If you need to package by a specific date, please let us know and we will do our very best to make sure your item gets to you in time.
If any of this is unclear, please convo us before purchasing. Thank you in advance!
INSURANCE: We now insist on insuring all orders over $50. This price is included in your shipping price.
For US shipping: we mostly ship Priority mail. If you would like your item shipped another way, please contact us. Also, please contact us if you need your package insured, as this is something we normally do not include.
For INTERNATIONAL shipping: We now will only ship PRIORITY MAIL for international orders. We have had issues with international shipments and feel this is the safest way.
All items are shipped within 5 days of purchase. If you need to package by a specific date, please let us know and we will do our very best to make sure your item gets to you in time.
If any of this is unclear, please convo us before purchasing. Thank you in advance!
Additional policies and FAQs
Measurements of clothing are taken as follows (with garment lying flat):
Chest/bust: approx. 1/2" below armpit seam, side-to-side, then doubled
Shoulder: from sleeve seam to sleeve seam across shoulders.
Waist: at logical natural waistline, side-to-side, then doubled
Garment length: from top shoulder seam at neck opening to hemline
Skirt length: from natural waistline to hemline
Pants length/inseam: from crotch seam to hemline
Rise: from waist (band) to crotch seam
Overall pants length: from waist (band) to leg hem, along outside seam
We ask that you compare our measurements to something similar that you already own as we do not accept returns in the case of a garment not being the correct fit.
If you have any concerns or questions, please feel free to send us a convo before shopping.
Thank you for shopping with Sempre!
Chest/bust: approx. 1/2" below armpit seam, side-to-side, then doubled
Shoulder: from sleeve seam to sleeve seam across shoulders.
Waist: at logical natural waistline, side-to-side, then doubled
Garment length: from top shoulder seam at neck opening to hemline
Skirt length: from natural waistline to hemline
Pants length/inseam: from crotch seam to hemline
Rise: from waist (band) to crotch seam
Overall pants length: from waist (band) to leg hem, along outside seam
We ask that you compare our measurements to something similar that you already own as we do not accept returns in the case of a garment not being the correct fit.
If you have any concerns or questions, please feel free to send us a convo before shopping.
Thank you for shopping with Sempre!