tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2732675142486912576.post6664809378002160045..comments2023-10-17T09:06:35.234+01:00Comments on Things A Boutique Owner Sees: Should I be giving discounts?Boutique Girlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03769795128924570354noreply@blogger.comBlogger3125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2732675142486912576.post-91643371349594105492008-05-03T03:57:00.000+01:002008-05-03T03:57:00.000+01:00I like allie's idea and I also like the discount c...I like allie's idea and I also like the discount card idea, both would have me coming back all the time. I live in the usa or I would be shopping there now as I love your clothing posts. <BR/>I see you sell on ebay, if you post your ebay id or store name I would love to browse there.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2732675142486912576.post-21981952122281894192008-04-15T18:44:00.000+01:002008-04-15T18:44:00.000+01:00I agree with Allie's comments. It sounds like you...I agree with Allie's comments. It sounds like your clothes are reasonably priced, in which case a discount probably isn't necessary.<BR/><BR/>I think you have to be careful when offering a discount to not turn off other customers. I once bought a large amount of clothing in a high price store (new job for me and hubby) and they didn't even offer free shipping. The next customer in line bought an inexpensive purse and was offered a big discount. I don't know if she normally spilled thousands there but I do remember, rightly or wrongly, feeling a bit hurt.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2732675142486912576.post-20471091292598385632008-03-26T15:56:00.000+00:002008-03-26T15:56:00.000+00:00I know in past experiences, what customers care mo...I know in past experiences, what customers care more about than discounts is personalized service. I had an index card box with cards for all my best customers. on each card was their contact information, clothing size, and notes about what they had purchased, etc. I would call them when I would get in a shipment of garments they may like, and hold in back their size (like 48 hours). If they told me when they were coming, I would have a fitting room ready with those items and a couple other items that may compliment the garment (and make the sale larger). I also used to note if they had kids, pets, fave color, etc. so when when we conversed I was familiar with thier life and it was more intimate/like friends. Went a long way! :)Alison at Wardrobe Oxygenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15891869859939786737noreply@blogger.com