Georgia J.

I have not been happy with the feel and quality of the materials used in Chico's apparel in the last five years. I just bought online and have returned an alluring gray and orange tweed shawl. It looked soft, warm, pliable. It arrived promptly but turned out to be thin material, almost rough to the touch, not offering much warmth, though it draped nicely. It just felt cheap. And though I did buy it ar 40% off (I would never have paid full price, it was well over $100) even on the sale price it felt far too pricey for what it was. I have returned it.

Do you just wake up and think, I must have a beautiful shawl from India today! And I would like to support silversmiths in countries with struggling economies like Peru! Here is your opportunity to enjoy the handiwork of designers, jewelers, and painters from around the world -- from Navajo America to West Africa to Asia to South America. I have enjoyed every purchase, which are beautifully presented in gift wrap or silk bags -- just perfect gifts.

Maybe if you are really computer savvy, you can navigate this website and the ins and outs of Poshmark's complicated shopping rules. Buyer beware! I have had a few simple successful transactions--yay! But in three cases, I have not had a good experience. I just bought a pair of Eileen Fisher shoes advertised in my size. The shoes were too large. I had no way to phone in for help, figure out how to contact the seller through the website, and was ultimately told by Poshmark that it is too bad that the shoe doesn't fit. Not their problem. Their so-call "grievance" department is a joke. I could open a "case" -- and I know how that would go. So bye bye Poshmark. I won't be shopping there any more.