Some things you might like to know.
Skinny laMinx started in 2008 when Heather Moore could no longer contain her enthusiasm for pattern and colour. She began designing and hand printing products in a small studio, and gave the business the nickname of her skinny little Siamese cat Monkey.
See more on our About page.
How we make things
All our products are professionally screenprinted in South Africa with waterbased inks on natural fibre fabrics
Our products are stitched by our seamstress team in our production studio in Cape Town.
We make sure our prints, stitches and zips are of top quality, because we believe that beautiful things should be made to last.
After all, we hope Skinny laMinx becomes part of the fabric of your life.
Fabric care
We use a natural fibre base cloth, which has natural colour variations. The fabric is screen-printed with pigment inks, which may fade over time, or in harsh sunlight.
Before washing, we recommend turning products inside-out. Use cold water and mild detergent. Line dry, do not tumble dry or dry clean.
Possible shrinkage: 5%
Online orders
Your purchase will arrive beautifully wrapped in tissue and twine, ready to be given as a gift to someone special… or just to yourself!
Local shipping
Orders within South Africa are sent by courier at a flat rate of R100.
Free delivery on orders over R1500 in value.
Expect delivery within 5-7 business days, excluding Public Holidays.
International shipping
International orders are shipped from South Africa by FedEx. Expect delivery within 5-7 business days, excluding Public Holidays.
We offer flat rates based on weight categories for international shipping:
Orders under 3kg’s / 6.6 Pounds
Flat Rate: USA $15 / UK £12 / Euro €13
Orders between 3-5kg’s / 6.6 – 11 Pounds
Flat Rate: USA $40 / UK £32 / Euro €35
Orders over 5kg’s / 11 Pounds – Flat Rate:
USA $60 / UK £48 / Euro €52
NOTE: Some countries may add import taxes and VAT, and these costs will be for the customer’s account. Skinny laMinx is not responsible for any additional costs accrued from custom taxation or abandoned packages. International vendors must agree to these terms when placing orders.
Missing goods
If an order doesn’t arrive with the buyer within 30 working days of sending (barring extraordinary delays due to problems at Customs, postage strikes, extreme weather or political events), we will re-send a replacement. This will happen one time only. After that, it’s a loss for both of us, and we’ll just have to jointly curse the Fates.
Returns & refunds
If you change your mind about your purchase, you can return it within 30 days of the purchase date. If it is still in the condition in which we sent it, we’ll give you a refund on your purchase. Please note that shipping costs are non-refundable.
NB: Before returning an item, please email us to let us know what you plan to do.
Damaged goods
If the item you received is damaged, or somehow unsatisfactory, please get in touch with a clear photograph of the problem. Any damaged goods supplied by us will be replaced.
Wholesale
For wholesale enquiries, please contact wholesale@skinnylaminx.com.