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Sandiswa K

1 reviews | Active since Jun 2026

10 Jun 2026, 16:50

I want my refund before i take this to social media the nerve for Asanda to tell me it is not her problem

I am writing to formally complain about the poor customer service I have experienced at Studio 88 regarding a recent purchase.

I purchased a pair of tekkies and attempted to exchange them due to a sizing issue. I first visited the Studio 88 store at St Georges Mall in Cape Town CBD, where I was informed that they did not have the required size and was referred to the Golden Acre branch. Unfortunately, they also did not have the size available and advised that they did not have funds available to process a refund.

I then visited the Vanguard Mall branch and was given the same response. For the past three days, I have returned to the St Georges Mall store seeking assistance. A staff member, Asanda, promised to call me back once funds were available but failed to do so. When I followed up, I was told she was unsure and would check and call me back again, which did not happen. On further follow-up, I was told there were still no funds and that it was “not her problem,” after which the call was abruptly ended.

I find this level of service unacceptable. I am being told about a 30-day no-refund policy, yet I am unable to receive assistance within that timeframe due to the store’s lack of funds. This situation is unfair and unreasonable.

I am requesting an urgent resolution and a full refund. Please treat this matter with priority.

You may contact me at ***.

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Replies (3)
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Sandiswa K's update10 Jun 2026, 16:59
Reviewer Update
I would like to escalate my previous complaint with an additional incident that has further worsened my experience.
I have now been contacted by a staff member, Asanda, who spoke to me in an extremely rude and unprofessional manner. I was told not to “tell her nonsense” and was instructed to come and collect my refund. This level of disrespect towards a paying customer is completely unacceptable.
Furthermore, I have now been informed that I can collect my refund, however the amount is R100 short. I would like to understand why I am not receiving the full refund amount. Within a matter of minutes, funds suddenly became available, which raises further concerns about how this situation has been handled over the past few days.
Please clarify:
  • Why is my refund short by R100?
  • Why was I previously told for three days that there were no funds available?
  • What actions will be taken regarding the conduct of your staff?
I expect a full refund of the correct amount and a formal explanation. This matter has caused significant inconvenience and frustration, and I request that it be resolved urgently.
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Sandiswa K's update10 Jun 2026, 17:01
Reviewer Update
I wonder if she even gave me the correct name sies I will never ever buy from your store again
Studio 88
Studio 88's reply11 Jun 2026, 08:36
Official
Dear Sandiswa,

Thank you for bringing the matter forward. It has been escalated to the Regional Manager. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused. 

Yours in Style, 
Studio 88