Velvet, an offbeat family-run shop in Luxembourg

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Velvet, an offbeat family-run shop in Luxembourg

To offer fun shopping with a true identity: that’s the aim of Velvet, a welcoming, artistic concept store based in Luxembourg. We met up with Pola and Julie, the shop’s two managers, in a plush and generously offbeat atmosphere.

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Hi girls! You’re not just colleagues, you’re also sisters! Why choose to start this adventure together?

We’ve always gotten along very well, so it was clear to us that we should go on this adventure together, not alone or with other people. Our family loves independence, and that encouraged us even more.

Who’s the big sister at Velvet?

Pola definitely, even if she’s the youngest.

Why choose to name your shop Velvet?

We named it after David Lynch’s “Blue Velvet”, Julie’s favourite film.

Luxembourg isn’t really known for its fashion or textiles – why decide to implement your shop over there?

It’s hard to find cool shops in Luxembourg. Shopping there was always boring for us because we aren’t fans of big chain stores. We therefore always had to go to cities like London in order to find extraordinary and individual clothes. As we grew older, we told ourselves if no one was going to change things, we would. We wanted to offer more of a choice to the clientele of Luxembourg.

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When we think of velvet, softness and comfort spring to mind. How did you try to bring that cosiness to your shop?

We created a very welcoming atmosphere by using very different and individual artworks, like our retro-looking deckchair or our changing rooms that look like big collages.

You don’t only sell clothes – what kinds of objects can we find in Velvet?

We sell records by Luxembourg-based artists and groups to support the local culture, as well as collages by international artists.

We know that your trips to London and Berlin had a large impact on your work. Could you tell us a little anecdote from one of your voyages?

There are quite a few! Our biggest influence is the anonymity that doesn’t exist in Luxembourg – there are only 500 000 of us here. Our aim is to give a certain kind of anonymity and individualism to the people of Luxembourg.

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In what way does Olow fit in well with your world?

Olow is a very minimalist brand dépouillée?, but nonetheless very artistic. The clothes suit everyone, young and old. They make you want to be free and independent, and that’s exactly what we want to offer our clients.

Luxembourg City was voted the European capital of culture twice these last 20 years. What would you say are the must-see places to visit on a trip there?

You have to visit Bockfiels, where the town’s old fortress stands. Another highlight are the Casemates, a whole tunnelling system built in 1745 underneath the old town’s ramparts. For the culture-loving people, there are many museums and exhibitions here. After a long day of sightseeing, you can stop off in one of the many bars waiting for you with a glass of wine.

You can find Velvet at 12 Rue Notre-Dame, in Luxembourg City.

A big thank you to Pola and Julie for their answers.

Follow the shop’s news on their Facebook page.

-M.P

Interview réalisée par Valentin Porcher
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Free delivery and exchange offered

Free delivery from November 24 to December 24 for France and European Union countries. 

And until Christmas, take advantage of free exchanges and returns for 60 days.

Prices and delivery times

Shipping cost

Free delivery from November 24 to December 24 

Delivery time

2-4 working days

Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Ukraine. 

Shipping cost

Free delivery from November 24 to December 24 

Delivery time

4-7 working days

Andorra, Belarus, Croatia, Iceland, Monaco, Norway, Russia, Turkey, United Kingdom, Switzerland. 

Shipping cost

Home delivery: €18

Free delivery for orders over €200

Delivery time

5-8 working days

Returns

You have received your order but the product does not suit you?

Until Christmas, take advantage of free exchanges and returns for 60 days. 

The items must not have been worn, washed or damaged and must be returned in their original packaging, in perfect condition for resale.

How do I return my package from France?

Return shipping from France is free via Mondial Relay.

To return your parcel, it is very simple :

  1. Go to “My account”, in the “My purchases” section,

  2. In the list of your orders, select your order,

  3. If your order is eligible for return, please tick each product you wish to return. If a product has been ordered in several copies, you can indicate the quantity to be returned.

  4. Indicate the reason for the return at the bottom of the order details and click on “Request a return”. You can track your return request in the “Returns” section of the “My purchases” section.

  5. Once your return request has been validated by our team, all you have to do is stick your pre-paid label (provided at the time of delivery) on the package, insert the completed returns form in the parcel and drop it off at a Mondial Relay point.

How can I return my package (International online returns)

International return packages are at the customer’s expense (including cost of shipment by the chosen carrier, customs & duties, taxes, etc.)

To return your parcel, it is very simple :

  1. Go to “My account”, in the “My purchases” section,

  2. In the list of your orders, select your order,

  3. If your order is eligible for return, please tick each product you wish to return. If a product has been ordered in several copies, you can indicate the quantity to be returned.

  4. Indicate the reason for the return at the bottom of the order details and click on “Request a return”. You can track your return request in the “Returns” section of the “My purchases” section.

  5. Once your return request has been validated by our team, simply download the return form and place it in your package. 

  6. Send your package to the address indicated on the return form.

Want to make a return request with a guest account?

It's very simple : Send us a message via the “Contact us” link in the footer of the home page of the olow.fr website. Select “Customer Service” then indicate your order reference, the items you wish to return and whether you wish to request a refund, credit note or exchange.

How long does it take to get my money back once my package has been sent?

Refunds will be made within 10 days of receipt of your items and automatically to the account associated with the credit card used for payment or to the Paypal account used for payment.

Is it possible to return my item in the shop?

No, for all internet orders, returns can only be made to the address mentioned below.</p

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Rue du Nauron,
79180 Chauray

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What can I do if my item has a defect?

We take great care in the manufacture and finishing of our products. However, if you wish to report a manufacturing defect on a product, we invite you to contact our customer service by the "Contact us" link at the bottom of our site page.

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Free delivery and exchange offered

Free delivery from November 24 to December 24 for France and European Union countries. 

And until Christmas, take advantage of free exchanges and returns for 60 days.

Prices and delivery times

Shipping cost

Free delivery from November 24 to December 24 

Delivery time

2-4 working days

Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Ukraine. 

Shipping cost

Free delivery from November 24 to December 24 

Delivery time

4-7 working days

Andorra, Belarus, Croatia, Iceland, Monaco, Norway, Russia, Turkey, United Kingdom, Switzerland. 

Shipping cost

Home delivery: €18

Free delivery for orders over €200

Delivery time

5-8 working days

Returns

You have received your order but the product does not suit you?

Until Christmas, take advantage of free exchanges and returns for 60 days. 

The items must not have been worn, washed or damaged and must be returned in their original packaging, in perfect condition for resale.

How do I return my package from France?

Return shipping from France is free via Mondial Relay.

To return your parcel, it is very simple :

  1. Go to “My account”, in the “My purchases” section,

  2. In the list of your orders, select your order,

  3. If your order is eligible for return, please tick each product you wish to return. If a product has been ordered in several copies, you can indicate the quantity to be returned.

  4. Indicate the reason for the return at the bottom of the order details and click on “Request a return”. You can track your return request in the “Returns” section of the “My purchases” section.

  5. Once your return request has been validated by our team, all you have to do is stick your pre-paid label (provided at the time of delivery) on the package, insert the completed returns form in the parcel and drop it off at a Mondial Relay point.

How can I return my package (International online returns)

International return packages are at the customer’s expense (including cost of shipment by the chosen carrier, customs & duties, taxes, etc.)

To return your parcel, it is very simple :

  1. Go to “My account”, in the “My purchases” section,

  2. In the list of your orders, select your order,

  3. If your order is eligible for return, please tick each product you wish to return. If a product has been ordered in several copies, you can indicate the quantity to be returned.

  4. Indicate the reason for the return at the bottom of the order details and click on “Request a return”. You can track your return request in the “Returns” section of the “My purchases” section.

  5. Once your return request has been validated by our team, simply download the return form and place it in your package. 

  6. Send your package to the address indicated on the return form.

Want to make a return request with a guest account?

It's very simple : Send us a message via the “Contact us” link in the footer of the home page of the olow.fr website. Select “Customer Service” then indicate your order reference, the items you wish to return and whether you wish to request a refund, credit note or exchange.

How long does it take to get my money back once my package has been sent?

Refunds will be made within 10 days of receipt of your items and automatically to the account associated with the credit card used for payment or to the Paypal account used for payment.

Is it possible to return my item in the shop?

No, for all internet orders, returns can only be made to the address mentioned below.</p

Stock AZ-OLOW
Rue du Nauron,
79180 Chauray

>

What can I do if my item has a defect?

We take great care in the manufacture and finishing of our products. However, if you wish to report a manufacturing defect on a product, we invite you to contact our customer service by the "Contact us" link at the bottom of our site page.

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