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Design Dua Reviews Summary

The company has garnered a reputation for high-quality, beautifully crafted products that appeal to customers seeking unique baby items. Many reviewers praised the aesthetic appeal and functionality of the baskets, as well as the prompt shipping and overall satisfaction with their purchases. However, concerns regarding customer service emerged, particularly related to delayed responses and inadequate support for issues such as missing items or shipping complications. While the craftsmanship and design are frequently highlighted as strengths, inconsistent customer service experiences indicate an area for improvement that could enhance overall customer satisfaction.

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Massachusetts
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So nice
March 14, 2022

Very easy to order! And the product line is beautiful.

Date of experience: March 14, 2022
Pennsylvania
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Excellent Company and Product
March 11, 2022

From the customer service, to the product, everything was absolutely excellent! I highly recommend the Afia Changing Basket, it is exactly as described and beautiful! My inquiry was responded to same day and the shipping was quick from the time I ordered. Great company to work with!

Date of experience: March 11, 2022
Texas
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This is my 3rd time ordering from this company. I have ordered Moses baskets for my sister and 2 close friends as baby shower gifts. The craftsmanship is the best I've seen and the patterns and colors are absolutely beautiful. I looked at a lot of different stores (local and online) before landing on this one. I was a little hesitant to buy at first because it's not local and I didn't know what I would end up with, but I'm happy I took the chance. Each time I received my order during the estimated delivery time and it was well packaged. This is now my go to store for baby shower gifts and I've pretty much earned the reputation of being the "basket lady" amongst my family and friends. They all loved their gifts and thought they were very unique. I can't wait to buy one for my next child!

Date of experience: March 9, 2022
New York
1 review
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Highly recommend!
March 9, 2022

Very quick shipping and perfectly packaged. The bassinet is absolutely beautiful and well made. The craftsmanship especially on the leather handles is impeccable! I can't run out of incredible things to say about this purchase. I am a very happy customer and can't wait to take pictures of my LO in it!

Date of experience: March 8, 2022
California
1 review
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Outstanding customer service
March 7, 2022

Not only Design Dua has an exceptional handmade very high quality product yet also their Customer Service is absolutely wonderful. I had some delivery issue with my order due to the shipping company had had mixed up my home address yet the customer care team was so helpful and supportive through the process of recovering my items. Design Dua is very responsive, helpful, professional company, which takes care of their clients in every aspect of the business. I personally can't be more happy and satisfied with my order and would highly recommended this business to everyone!

Date of experience: March 7, 2022
Ohio
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Best Quality Craftsmanship
March 5, 2022

I have had my eye on Design Dua baskets for some time! The colors are vibrant and the story behind the product speaks to me. The basket I have is top notch and will be a part of our family for a long time. The staff is always helpful with any inquiry I make. The shipping was faster than I expected and I was delighted to present this as a gift and see how happy it made the family! Highly recommended!

Date of experience: March 5, 2022
Ghana
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Excellent quality
March 5, 2022

Looks exactly as pictured. The bassinet is beautiful and very well made. The bedding is super soft too.
Shipped quickly and looks great in my nursery. Great & quick communication with customer service.
I absolutely adore it! Can't wait to start using it once baby gets here.

Date of experience: March 5, 2022
Ghana
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Love My Changing Basket!
March 5, 2022

Shipping was fast, which I wasn't expecting. I really love the basket. The washing instructions on the sheet say tumble low but I tumbled on high accidentally. They assisted me to get a replacement.

Date of experience: March 5, 2022
Maryland
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Very satisfied
February 17, 2022

I wanted to write this review because the other reviews on this site nearly deterred me from purchasing from Design Dua so I want to provide a counterpoint. I purchased the Moses basket & changing basket combination along with the stand and some extra sheets. My items just arrived, so haven't used with baby yet, but they are well made and beautiful. With the liner in the moses basket, the inside of the basket is very soft. The leather color is as pictured. My order shipped super fast - much faster than I was expecting. I ordered on a Thursday or Friday and everything arrived just a few days later on Wednesday. I was so pleasantly surprised! The prices were very reasonable for handmade products. The company has many positive Etsy reviews which is what eventually swayed me to go ahead with my order but I wanted to leave a positive review on this page.

Date of experience: February 16, 2022
Virginia
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Bad Service
September 24, 2021

I loved my Moses pod. Unfortunately, the first time I tried to wash the casing, the zipper totally broke, rendering the Moses pod useless.
I contacted customer service. Since it had been some time since the purchase (I received it before my baby was born), I didn't even expect a refund or replacement. I just wanted to buy a new case, which they apparently do not sell separately. They encouraged me to buy a "cover" which explicitly states in the description that it does not work as a replacement casing. When I pointed that out, they told me the only way to get a new case was to buy a new Moses pod.
So, I spent 80 dollars on a product that lasted for only one baby.

Date of experience: September 24, 2021
Coretta O. — Design Dua Rep
over a year old

We are sad to see we were unable to satisfy you with our service. We stand behind all our products and parts but unfortunately, the actual pod was broken after use. The purchase was made over one year ago. It was not just the additional cover, which we do sell and would happily send to our customer. The additional covers for the moses pod can not replace the original casing for the cushion. We advised the customer that although this could help it was not advisable due to safety reasons. Thank you.

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Georgia
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Horrible!
July 15, 2021

I received this "handmade" basket after spending over $200 on it. The basket is lop sided, the tag isn't centered (handmade so again, not considered a defect) and my "leather" handles were bright orange. Needless to say, contacting customer service is a waste of time. They will not take ownership in their jacked up basket! Instead I get to pay to have it shipped back and then have my shipping of the original basket taken out of my refund even if it was free shipping as part of a promo with purchasing! Beware people! I'm stuck with a messed up basket!

Date of experience: July 15, 2021
Coretta O. — Design Dua Rep
over a year old

We are sorry to hear Erica is unhappy with our service. She contacted us requesting an exchange to preferred dark brown handles instead of tan brown. We don’t offer bright orange leather. Our return policy was shared and we offered to customize a Nap & Pack basket in dark brown leather to send to her. She wanted a free return and exchange, which we unfortunately do not have the ability as a small handmade business to offer. There were no other issues with the basket. Our items are handmade but of the highest quality and safety standard. We are happy to assist customers with their choice prior to purchase as well as if there is any issue upon receipt. Our items are also offered through several large retailers that do offer free return/exhanges. Thank you.

Puerto Rico
1 review
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Fraud
July 5, 2021

This "business" charged our credit credit card and shipped us something. The courier never delivered it despite the address being a commercial mail receiving facility open during business hours. The package was returned to the sender because it was never delivered. We had to threaten a chargeback to get them to refund us, it was a fight. Following this there were 6-7 emails back and forth about why they can't refund the shipping fee.

Date of experience: July 5, 2021
Coretta O. — Design Dua Rep
over a year old

The customer purchased an item as a gift for someone else. The item was shipped to the recipient and we were contacted by the recipient that they could not receive the item from Fedex because they traveled overseas. They stated that they would not be back for over a week so Fedex should return the package to our warehouse. We explained that we will be unable to refund shipping fee and asked if it could be forwarded to someone else for them. The recipient did not wish for us to do this and we explained that upon return back to the warehouse the shipping fee can not be refunded. The recipient agreed. Upon receipt the customer (who purchased the gift) was refunded for the item which the giftee did not want to receive. He contacted us upset that the item was not delivered. The gift recipient was not available to receive the item and asked for us to proceed this way. There was no fight or threat of chargeback in order to refund, we received the items and refunded according to the return policy. All funds were refunded except the shipping fee. Thank You

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New York
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Sadly, I have to agree with the other reviewer. I wish I had never given them my business. There are other companies with beautiful products at comparable prices, and they HAVE to be friendlier and more professional than Design Dua. I wish I'd ordered from anyone else.

After spending almost $400 on baskets and stands and bedding, it's impossible to speak with a customer service rep on the phone. The owner said that is not an option. The service rep, Grace, comes across as cold, and doesn't seem to understand the screenshots or comments from my emails. She just keeps telling me to refer to their homepage, which doesn't answer why it appears something might be missing from my order. I sent a screenshot showing that my order says " PLUS Cotton Bedding," which made me think it was included (since I also chose the option from the drop down menu when I ordered."

The owner explained today that I added that option from the wrong page (?) and it didn't show up in my cart (even though my order says " PLUS Cotton Bedding." I am an avid online shopper and still do not understand what she means that I added it from the wrong page. I cannot even find a different option to add the bedding I thought I ordered. SO CONFUSING.

My highest recommendation is to avoid this company, and order from the others who sell beautiful bassinets, stands, and changing baskets for similar prices. It simply is not worth it to do business with them.

Date of experience: November 9, 2020
Coretta O. — Design Dua Rep
over a year old

For a better idea of our product quality and customer service, please see reviews of verified purchasers on:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/HomebyDesignDua