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    except there is not a limited number for the dancer wealth course because he has one every month. And "limited number" memorbilia is marketed that way so they can charge more and it'll be worth more to the consumer. But if the ONLY way you're making money is membership, to limit it seems weird. Especially, since in this case, it adds no benefit to the consumer.

    I don't see how limiting the amount of profit you make is a smart business move.

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    Site security is a priority and that is why we have spent so much on it, but if anyone is unhappy with the thought of buying online with us then do not do it.

    We are limiting the membership because we feel that NOT to do so would mean that the customer service would suffer, and we do not want that.

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    Here is my take on the whole limited membership thing:

    You know how sometimes there will be a sale and they say "THIS WEEKEND ONLY!!" and everyvbody rushes out to get that good sale and then on Monday they come with another ad "SALE HELD OVER TILL WEDNESDAY!!!" and the people who missed the first sale run out to get in on that great deal? Well I think that's what going to happen here. It's a perfectly good sales technique and it works. Nobody wants to miss out on the chance to save 80% on anything so there will be a big rush to get a membership before they're all gone! It's just marketing, that's all.

    I personally don't see any scam going on.
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    ^ I'm so pleased to see the new product sponsor. Every bit helps, and it is appreciated. Thank you!

    But honestly, if you think this site is ever in even the slightest financial danger, you have no idea of the financial muscle we have behind it. The site is one phone call or PM away from a wire transfer or FedEx that resolves everything.

    That takes nothing away from the new product sponsor who is valued and appreciated. In fact, I think diversification of product sponsorship is an excellent idea. I'd love to see Bridgette's line represented as well.

    So sorry that I've been invisible for so long, off to NOLA for nearly a week, doing press and media and a host of crazy stuff, trying to survive on 2 hours of sleep every night and dragging my ass back to the Sheraton on Canal at 6 AM after way too many hours on Bourbon Street.

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    I think they are hoping that people will join, and simply not buy stuff.... that would be how they make money on their memberships.

    I can never recall a business who likes to do things for nothing - that to me does not make any sense at all..

    I know there is a saying about the Gold Coast - 'There are more sharks on the land then there is in the water' I am always extremely cautious of any one who has business head quaters in Gold Coast
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    Of course there's something, just join and buy

    Be upset if you get screwed. Otherwise, enjoy the new sponser with low prices. Who cares why they're low until you don't get what you paid for?
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    Love kitten you never answered my question about being a BBB member or not. I looked up your site and you are not registered with the BBB. Will you be a member of the BBB at anytime soon?
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    You do not need a merchant bank to run day to day business accounts. That is common and public knowledge. As far as setting up a merchant account in a few days, Hmmm, I wish.

    Anyway the site is just about finished final testing so we are getting close to launch.

    Again to the the negative and bitter and particularly the ones who have a vested interest in being negative , do not join or participate in this site. Leave it to the people who will be knocked out by how much they save each and every month. Have the best day everyone.

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    TM, new businesses have to be in business for one year before they can apply for BBB membership - at least for the online version.

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    Ah thank you Bridgette.
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    hmm i'm still not sure, esp now i noticed the banner says "choose up to 10 items a month". don't understand why you would want to limit the customer base by having membership, then limit each customer to how many items they can buy a month. doesn't seem like an effective business model. But good luck to you

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    what is most of you trying to do? run her out of here? jesus! no reason to be so rude.

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    Ah, thank you Tootsie, that's nice of you. We are feeling battered and bruised right now. lol!!! Everyone should take a deep breath and take it easy. Everything will become clear when we go live. The fears and hysteria from some will be for nothing. and we are not being in any way rude or snooty, we are just stating a fact.

    Very Briely as I am bound by corporate confidentiality to a point.

    Be very clear on this please. You will have full access to the shopping site without having to sign up or join any membership BUT if you wish to take advantage of our offers then you must join. If not then don't. You will see everything first. Everything ! This point is being overlooked by some constantly and one must wonder why ?

    Yes, there is a membership fee.

    Yes, you are limited to 10 items per month. [ this is stop the retail shops buying many many items and the banging up the price again ]

    Yes, and be very clear on this. All prices will be at Landed Cost. There will bo no dishonest add ons as some have suggested.

    Yes, we have been in business for 15 years.

    Yes, we nearly have our 2000 expressions of interest, but we will remain a sponser here

    Yes, we are taking more expressions of interest because not everyone will want to sign up, however the limit of actual members is 2000

    Yes, there will be a waiting list.

    As for not answering questions, I guess in some ways some of you are right but some things need to wait until the launch as they are still not ready.

    As for the insinuations that we are in some way dishonest, I wonder if those who say that will apoligise when they discover they are wrong? probably not.

    OK, my battered and bruised body has had enough and I take my leave. Those who have sent the expression of interest to us, you will be informed when we go " live " and it is not far away and we thank you and look forward to assisting you with saving money in the future.

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    Also, since you're in the Gold Coast...

    is shipping to Australia free? I'm in brisbane. Hell, I could even come pick stuff up!


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    one thing to remember love kitten is that bridgette may be lashing out because she has an online store too. Competition brings out the beast in some people. i signed up with you! can't wait!

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    Obviously you didn't read my post #85 in this very page I am NOT lashing out. FFS. It's not competition as far as I'm concerned. I guess you are the one who got the previously-mentioned free membership then.

    But here's what I said, to make it easy for you:
    *****Just FYI, (and so I don't look like a total bitch for continuing to question you) I also dance part time and still buy some of my dance gear from other retailers - those who sell things that I don't and have good prices and service. So if you sell products that I don't, I too would be interested in buying from you, if it looks like a good deal. So I ask questions because I'm also measuring the risk in buying your membership for myself (I joined your mailing list immediately upon seeing your announcement). It's not because I'm jealous or want to make you look bad. There are other retailers on this website (some of whom I have bought from) and I don't have a problem with the 'competition'. We are all doing our thing...

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    Quote Originally Posted by Bridgette
    Obviously you didn't read my post #85 in this very page I am NOT lashing out.
    There's a difference in lashing out and stating the obvious. If you think that B (or anyone else in this thread) is lashing out then you didn't read the whole thread. It was started so questions could be asked and answered (or so it was said). When people get the run-around, though, you'd expect them to have the same reaction that we did.

    I have no problem with Love Kitten, but I think B should have been given first shot as a new sponsor. She's been on SW since....like...2002? That means something as far as I'm concerned.


    I guess you are the one who got the previously-mentioned free membership then.
    Like that wasn't obvious.

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    2-3 days shipping to North America for FREE, all the way from Australia? Wow. We don't even get our packages that fast over here, just going across the US. It's amazing you can get such good deals on your international shipping like that, since most standard UPS / Fedex account rates are so high for shipping btwn US and Aus, that it would cost more to ship than the price of one of your dresses, AND it normally takes longer than 2-3 days. I would love to be able to get such great deals on shipping.

    Still no answer on the import/customs issue, or shipping within Aus for our Aus girls....since it's all being shipped from Aus.
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    They answered the question about freight earlier in the thread - it is only free for US and Canadian customers/members of the site. I'm okay with paying freight as, in the end, I will most likely still pay less than I would have to pay buying brand new from a retailer.

    As for free memberships... there are none... there is only the mailing to be informed of when the site goes live and memberships will be available.

    I say hold off on any more questions etc until the site goes live. That is what I am doing. It is pointless until then. So they posted a thread a little too early (before the site is live)... so what... I won't hold that against them. I will just wait until the site is up and running.


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    PLEASE do not see this question as "attacking" you in any way - it's a legit question:

    Since you have been in business over 15 years (I'm assuming under another name/another business), have you ever been a member of the BBB? I realize (as previously stated) that a business needs to be over a year old before applying for membership, but have you EVER been a member (You've said that UPS/FedEx is satisfied with the way you do business, so I'm assuming they have some sort of record)? Under what name? Can I find it online? A thumbs up from the BBB would go a long way in putting some doubts to rest (at least for me). It shows a record of you consistently providing good customer service.

    Again, please don't get defensive and say we're picking on you: we're just smart shoppers is all Any other new business posting on this forum would be met with the same amount of skepticism.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Emily
    plus there were a few people that were doing exactly what Bridgette was doing...why did she get singled out?


    Plus I don't know how this is possible since the site isn't even up yet. Oh, yeah...of course. Why are the people supporting this website so sneaky about their connection to it?
    I signed up for the " YES! tell me more/ announcment sheet
    i take it you didn't even look at the site did ya em
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    Is the BBB mainly for American businesses as this is an AUSTRALIAN business (home-base is Gold Coast, Queensland) ?? Plus I think it has been answered earlier in the thread by B when she said that the website has to be up and running for a year before being able to be accredited with a thumbs up/down with the BBB.

    The business has been established for a certain amount of years off-line not online as far as I am aware and understanding based on the information within this thread.

    I also reiterate that when people say they have signed up it is for the newsletter/announcement/mailing list not for the memberships. It is free to join the mailing list.


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    I'd like to know about the customs questions Bridgette asked. Will you ship as a gift, or declare a low value? Those customs bastards will gouge the shit right out of you

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    If you google "Love Kitten Lingerie" and look at the cached Austrailian website, it looks as if they wanted to do some sort of commissioned thing (pyramid style) before hand.





    For a more serious question, it is possible for non-members to buy items at retail price? I don't really buy clothing on such a regular basis that I'd need a monthly membership somewhere. But if customer service and selection was good, I wouldn't mind buying (like Bridgette said).

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    I still say we all should reserve our final verdict (as I will be doing) when the site goes live. I think alot will be answered when it happens. It's called patience.


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