My friend ordered a deal for me, including a cake bouquet and a basket worth 6000. Upon changing the from milky mat cake to the lotus and including 3 chocolates, he made a total of 7500 which was completely advance. And also the delivery charges were separated.
1. Their account was disabled a day before and all chats disappeared
2. Cake remained the same, after charging more, he sent the same cake Milky Mat instead of Lotus
3. Basket items were totally different and did not include chocolates for which he charged extra
4. After reaching out, he started ignoring messages
5. Helium balloon 1x, a candle, and 2 cards were also missing
I searched them on voc and also saw their posts related to them where they also ruined the things, but the thing was my friend had sent him advance a month before which was totally not refundable, whereas all businesses cut 10% when customer cancels the order.
I do not have old chats as their account was disabled.
Mainly, I got to know from the rider that they are literally the scammers. As the basket was the only thing they sent from Lahore, and the cake, the bouquet was purchased from my own city, Gujranwala
Delivery charges were 550, and the total cost of the order was 7500. Anyone please tell me if this is worth it in 7500 [Milky Mat cake, bouquet, 2 helium balloons, basket including 3 layers of 30rs. 2x you chocolate a small cake and small juice of fruita vitals]
Their Insta Profile link:- https://www.instagram.com/thelavendertown_?igsh=MXgxZDJxc2gweWhtNQ==
Username :- thelavendertown_
He can reply to me anywhere in this post or in his story, if I’m wrong.
How to Identify Fake Shopping Websites?
If you’re planning to buy something online, here are a few warning signs to look out for:
✔ Unverified Website – Always check if the website is official by visiting the brand’s social media pages or official website.
✔ Too-Good-To-Be-True Discounts – If the price seems too low, it’s likely a scam.
✔ No Customer Support – Fake websites often do not have a working phone number or email.
✔ Poor Website Design – Look for spelling mistakes, poor-quality images, and an unprofessional layout.
✔ Check Reviews – Search for customer feedback on Facebook groups, Google Reviews, or Trustpilot.
What to Do If You’ve Been Scammed?
🔹 Report the Website – If you come across a scam website, report it to consumer protection authorities in your country.
🔹 Warn Others – Share your experience in online forums or Facebook groups to alert potential victims.
🔹 Dispute the Payment – If you paid via credit/debit card, contact your bank to dispute the transaction.
🔹 Avoid Shopping Without Research – Always buy from trusted retailers and verify authenticity before making payments.
Final Thoughts
This case is a reminder that online shoppers need to be extra cautious. Fake shopping websites are on the rise, and scammers are getting more sophisticated. Always double-check before placing an order to avoid disappointment and financial loss.
Have you ever experienced an online shopping scam? Share your story in the comments!