FAQ

  • How do I contact customer support?
  • Do you have a brick and mortar shop?
  • Can I buy your products wholesale?
  • The product I like is out of stock, when will it be restocked?
  • Do you offer gift cards?
  • Why is there a price difference between the on-line shop and the Addis Ababa retail shop?
  • Do you do any custom design?
  • Where is my order confirmation?
  • When will my order arrive?
  • What countries do you ship to?
  • Can I track my order?
  • Can I update, change, or cancel my order after it has been placed?
  • How is my order packaged?
  • Do you offer gift wrapping?
  • What should I do if I don't receive my order?
  • Can I return or exchange an item?
  • My order has arrived but it’s not as I expected. What can I do?
  • What materials do you use to make your products?
  • How do I wash my product?

General

How do I contact customer support?

If you cannot find the information you need on our website, please e-mail hello@sabahar.com 

Do you have a brick and mortar shop?

Yes, come and see us in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia! We are open Monday through Friday, 8:30am- 5pm and Saturday, 10am-5pm. We are closed on Sundays. We are located just near Elgel Hotel in Mekanissa. Find us on google maps. Have questions? Call us:  +251-11-321-5112 / 3

Can I buy your products wholesale?

Yes! We would love to work with you. We have several options for wholesale. You can apply and log in through our wholesale portal. You can also contact Sophie directly at hello@sabahar.com to get the wholesale catalog. We are also on Faire which makes it super easy to place and receive orders. Finally, if you are interested in importing directly from Ethiopia or want white-label production, please contact Kathy at sabahar@gmail.com

 

The product I like is out of stock, when will it be restocked?

We regularly replenish our online stock and should be able to re-stock within a month’s time. 

Do you offer gift cards?

Yes, we do. These are issued electronically by email and each contains a unique reference number. Our gift vouchers are ideal if you’re not sure what to get that special person in your life. Simply buy a gift voucher instead for the value of $50, $75, $100 or $150. Click here to purchase a gift card!

 

Why is there a price difference between the on-line shop and the Addis Ababa retail shop?

The shop in Addis Ababa is the home of production. It is also where we do our experimenting, sampling and exploring. All these one-of-a-kind products are then sold in the shop. This means there are no shipping costs and import duties giving customers the best deal. 

The on-line shop prices include the cost of shipping from Ethiopia, the cost of duties and taxes. They also have to include the cost of storage and handling fees within the US. All those add up. 

Sabahar’s main income is through our exports to large wholesalers. We have to honor their pricing schemes and match the retail prices that have already been set by others.

Do you do any custom design?

We normally do not offer custom design options for retail sales. If you have a desire for custom design for a large quantity of a single item, please contact hello@sabahar.com to discuss. If you are interested in custom design for large wholesale orders (more than $4,000), please contact sabahar@gmail.com

Shipping and delivery

Where is my order confirmation?

This is automatically sent to your email address when you place an order. If you haven’t received your order confirmation within 24 hours, please get in touch at hello@sabahar.com just in case there’s a problem with your order. Please check your mailbox’s spam or junk folder before contacting in case the order confirmation has been diverted there.

When will my order arrive?

Orders that require shipping within the U.S. typically ship the same day if received by 12 pm Eastern Time. Standard delivery normally takes 5 to 7 business days. Shipping to countries outside of the U.S. may take up to 21 days. Please get in touch if your order hasn’t been delivered according to the expected timescales, and we will check your order status.

What countries do you ship to?

We currently focus our sales in the U.S. We can ship internationally, but we are not responsible for the taxes and duties that are incurred. Please contact hello@sabahar.com for questions about international shipping. 

Can I track my order?

Yes. You will find tracking information on our follow up email, which will be sent to the email address you listed on the order. This will be sent to you once your order has been dispatched.

Can I update, change, or cancel my order after it has been placed?

Sadly, we’re unable to modify your order once we’ve started processing it.  If you ordered by mistake or have technical issues, please contact hello@sabahar.com

How is my order packaged?

You will receive your product packaged in a 100% Ethiopian cotton bag. These bags are amazing reusable laundry and grocery bags.

Do you offer gift wrapping?

We don’t offer specific gift wrapping but each product will come in its own beautiful and re-usable 100% Ethiopian cotton bag. 

What should I do if I don't receive my order?

If you do not receive your order within 14 days, please contact us. We cannot credit for orders not received after 21 days if we have shipped and tracking information shows delivery has been made. Please consider the security of your delivery location and the ship method you select when placing your order. Please provide an email address at the time of order to receive an email tracking notification. Neither Sabahar nor our third party shipping companies can be responsible for stolen packages.

Returns

Can I return or exchange an item?

You can absolutely return your item to us, within 14 days after receiving it, as long as it’s undamaged, unused and contained in its original packaging with all tags and labels attached. Unfortunately, we don’t offer exchanges. If you’re unsure about clothing sizes, we recommend ordering the two closest matches and returning the one that doesn’t fit.

My order has arrived but it’s not as I expected. What can I do?

At Sabahar, we are not 100% satisfied until you are. To make a return, simply contact us with your contact information, order number, and reason for the return and we'll respond as quickly as possible to coordinate the process. We accept returns for items in new condition, unwashed, and in original packaging up to 30 days from delivery. Returns received in used condition may not be eligible for refund or be subject to a restocking fee. We recommend shipping your package through a traceable shipping method like FedEx or UPS, or USPS with a Delivery Confirmation. Customers are responsible for the cost of shipping an item back to us. The original cost (if any) of shipping an item to you is non-refundable. Allow 1-2 weeks for your return to be processed.

Please email us at hello@sabahar.com to start your return or exchange. Once your return is received, a refund will be issued to your credit card.

Return address: Sabahar, c/o Konjo Collections, 1335 Swallow Court, Boulder, Colorado 80303, USA

Product information

What materials do you use to make your products?

Sabahar only works with natural fibers. Currently, we use Ethiopian cotton and silk, imported silk and imported linen. We are always exploring ways to expand our offerings with new sustainable fibers.

How do I wash my product?

For all cotton and linen products, they can be washed in the machine in cold water with conventional soap. They can also be tumble dried and ironed. Please wash them separately the first time as some color may run. The naturally dyed silk products should be hand washed in cool water with a mild soap. They should be hung dry. Please ensure these beauties avoid direct sunlight