Indish reviews
My wife and I were visiting the area and discovered this gem of a shop. I love good design and they seem to have it all. And I had a very friendly conversation with the person at the desk! You don't know how lucky you are, Crouch Enders. I won't say where I live but, believe me, it's a design desert.
by namakura78, 26 Feb 2010
by namakura78, 26 Feb 2010
I'm surprised to read the previous reviews, as my own experience has been nothing but positive. I think this is one of the greatest shops in Crouch End and, pricewise, is comparable to other similar shops in Central London (and you don't have to travel into town to buy cool items).
As for the staff in the shop, well, what can I say? They've always been pleasant, helpful and friendly to me. However, my criticism would about some customers who believe they still live in Victorian times and treat staff (and other customers) with complete and utter disrespect. In particular, the infamous Crouch End yummy mummy who believes buggies can be driven everywhere and over everyone!
I digress... I love that shop and would recommend to anyone with a bit of taste (obviously, not for all!).
by jalcorta67, 23 Feb 2010
As for the staff in the shop, well, what can I say? They've always been pleasant, helpful and friendly to me. However, my criticism would about some customers who believe they still live in Victorian times and treat staff (and other customers) with complete and utter disrespect. In particular, the infamous Crouch End yummy mummy who believes buggies can be driven everywhere and over everyone!
I digress... I love that shop and would recommend to anyone with a bit of taste (obviously, not for all!).
by jalcorta67, 23 Feb 2010
It is nice to have a shop like this in Crouch End and I have bought a couple of presents there in the past twelve months. But the owners/staff are not friendly and really don't seem to enjoy working there. It's such a shame, as they sell stuff for people to enjoy but they don't seem to.
by Grainnecarroll4, 24 Jan 2010
by Grainnecarroll4, 24 Jan 2010
What a horrid shop! The staff are dreadful. I wonder, is there a degree in sulky/rude? Note to staff/management: trust me, I really am doing you a favour coming in to your shop - so treat me like a customer not like some bothersome idiot!
As for the stock, you can get far better at a far better price in Heals, John Lewis, Habitat, Debenhams - crikey the list is endless - to name just a few, and with a lovely customer experience.
Overpriced, overhyped. Can I suggest, just go elsewhere. Rating: 0 out of 10.
by Debbie2506, 05 Jan 2010
As for the stock, you can get far better at a far better price in Heals, John Lewis, Habitat, Debenhams - crikey the list is endless - to name just a few, and with a lovely customer experience.
Overpriced, overhyped. Can I suggest, just go elsewhere. Rating: 0 out of 10.
by Debbie2506, 05 Jan 2010
I bought a Pantone mug from this shop just before Christmas as a present. It was overpriced but I was stuck in Crouch End and desperate. When I came to wrap it I noticed that it was chipped on the inside.
After Christmas I returned to the shop with the relatively simple aim of getting a replacement - I had the receipt and the mug was clearly unused (it still had a label on which you'd have to cut off to remove). The man behind the counter was incredibly rude and insulting. He insisted that he'd checked all the mugs when they were delivered and kept repeating in a smug tone, "I do wish people would take responsibility themselves". I don't have a problem taking responsibility for what I've actually done - but I certainly didn't damage the mug myself.
The problem is that when someone wants to behave dishonestly and they have your money, there's not a lot you can do. I couldn't prove I hadn't damaged the mug - though it had obviously never been used - any more than he could prove he'd "checked every single one". But he'd taken my money and business is clearly too bad for him to behave honestly and return £8.50 for faulty goods.
by kayholmes, 05 Jan 2010
After Christmas I returned to the shop with the relatively simple aim of getting a replacement - I had the receipt and the mug was clearly unused (it still had a label on which you'd have to cut off to remove). The man behind the counter was incredibly rude and insulting. He insisted that he'd checked all the mugs when they were delivered and kept repeating in a smug tone, "I do wish people would take responsibility themselves". I don't have a problem taking responsibility for what I've actually done - but I certainly didn't damage the mug myself.
The problem is that when someone wants to behave dishonestly and they have your money, there's not a lot you can do. I couldn't prove I hadn't damaged the mug - though it had obviously never been used - any more than he could prove he'd "checked every single one". But he'd taken my money and business is clearly too bad for him to behave honestly and return £8.50 for faulty goods.
by kayholmes, 05 Jan 2010
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