FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

 

Do you have physical stores? 

We currently have one physical store in Margate, England. 

What are your opening hours?

See our opening hours here: Margate Opening Hours.

How can I receive updates on new products?

You can find out about new products by signing up to our fortnightly newsletters at the bottom of this page. Following us on Instagram or Facebook and reading our Journal.

Is AARVEN the same company as Hiro + Wolf?

Hiro + Wolf is our sister brand for pets, you'll find small Hiro + Wolf concessions in our Margate store. Please don't be alarmed if we answer the phone with "Hello Hiro + Wolf" or send you an email from their address, try as we might to keep things separate occasionally things cross over. 

Is AARVEN the same company as Artisans & Adventurers?

Yes, AARVEN is a trading name of Artisans & Adventurers Ltd. Our management and team remain the same.

SHIPPING QUESTIONS

Can I make changes to my online order? 

If your order has not already been shipped (you have not received your shipping confirmation), you can still make changes to your online order. Please call us on +44 (0)1843 297 122 and we will be happy to change things over the phone, alternatively you can send us an email to hello@aarven.com.

Do you ship internationally?

Yes, we ship worldwide, our goods are sourced from around the world so we believe you should be able to buy internationally too. 

What are your shipping rates?

Orders shipping to the UK are free over £50. We also offer a range of other delivery options, please see our shipping & delivery page for more details.

How will my parcel be packaged? 

Our product bags, cards and paper are all 100% recycled. Sometimes your parcel may arrive in unexpected packaging, as we are committed to preventing landfill waste, we sometimes use recycled cardboard boxes. Learn more about our packaging here. Please recycle or reuse any of our packaging where possible.  

My parcel has received customs charges, what does this mean?

When ordering goods from AARVEN for delivery outside of the United Kingdom, you may be subject to import duties and taxes which are levied once the package reaches your country. Any additional charges for customs clearance must be paid by you; we have no control over these charges and cannot predict what they may be. Customs policies vary widely from country to country, so you should contact your local customs office before placing your order for further information.

RETURNS & EXCHANGE QUESTIONS

What is your returns policy?

SHOP SALES: We can offer to exchange, refund or issue a gift note for unused, undamaged goods within 7 days of receipt that have been purchased through one of our physical stores. 

ONLINE SALES: If you would like to return an item purchased through our website you may request a return within 7 days of receiving your order. You can find out more on our orders & returns page. Please call us on +44 (0)1843 297 122 and we'll be happy to discuss things over the phone, alternatively send us an email at hello@aarven.com

How do I exchange an item?

We cannot currently offer exchanges. Please return the item you purchased to us for a refund and re-order the correct item on our website.

Need to discuss a purchase? Please call us on +44 (0)1843 297 122 and we'll be happy to talk things through over the phone. Alternatively send us an email at hello@aarven.com

How do I exchange or refund a faulty item? 

Please notify us within 7 days of receiving your faulty item and we will post out a pre paid envelope to you. As soon as this has been received back with us we will post out a replacement or issue a refund.

Please call us on +44 (0)1843 297 122 and we'll be happy to discuss things over the phone, alternatively send us an email at hello@aarven.com

How long will it take to process my refund? 

If you require a full refund or choose replacement items of a lesser value, AARVEN will issue a refund to the card which you used to place the original order. AARVEN will send you a confirmation email to let you know when the refund takes place, usually 1-3 days from receiving the item. However please allow up to 30 days for refunds to clear, dependant on your bank.

How long will it take to process my exchange? 

Your exchange will be posted 1-3 days after having received the original. We will keep you updated by phone or e-mail during this process. 

PAYING LATER WITH KLARNA

For UK customers only. In cooperation with Klarna Bank AB (publ), Sveavägen 46, 111 34 Stockholm, Sweden, we offer you the following payment methods. Payment is to be made to Klarna.

  • Pay in [14] days: The payment period is 14 days from shipment of the goods or tickets/ availability date of the service. You can find the complete terms and conditions for the UK here: United Kingdom
  • Financing: With the financing service from Klarna you can pay your purchase in flexible or fixed monthly instalments according to the conditions stated in the checkout. The instalment payment is due at the end of each month after submission of a separate monthly invoice by Klarna. Further information regarding Slice It including terms and conditions and Standard European Consumer Credit Information you can find here for the markets where this payment method is available: United Kingdom

The payment methods Pay in [14] days, Slice It and direct debit are only available in case of a positive credit assessment. For this purpose, during the order process and handling of your purchase, we forward your data for an address and credit check to Klarna. We can only offer you the payment methods available based on the result of the credit check. General information about Klarna and the user terms per country can be found on klarna.com. Your personal data is handled in accordance with applicable data protection law and in accordance with the information in Klarnas privacy statement.

WHOLESALE QUESTIONS

Do you offer wholesale?

We offer wholesale to selected worldwide boutiques, it is really important to us that our stockists share our core values of sustainability. To find out more about wholesaling our products please visit our wholesale information page.

What other boutiques do you wholesale to?

We are currently stocked through a small selection of UK boutiques and online retailers.

I have a query regarding my AARVEN wholesale order, who do I contact?

Please call us on +44 (0)1843 297 122 and we'll be happy to discuss things over the phone, alternatively send us an email at hello@aarven.com