Frequently Asked Questions
GENERAL
Shelflife Online Store is an international online sneaker and streetwear store, offering authentic premier products which appear on the shelves of our land-based store.
Our land-based store was established in 2006. Our first online store was implemented in 2009, and has grown steadily from strength to strength. We have just released a new and improved online store, which offers a much more stable and secure environment.
Yes and no. In theory we do not stock any items you don’t see. However, it might still be worth your while to contact us HERE and query whether we can source that specific product in your required size.
Yes. Shelflife Online Store guarantees 100% authenticity. We do not sell, accept, or otherwise deal with fakes or factory variants. Buy with confidence as all products offered for sale are thoroughly inspected by experienced staff for condition and authenticity.
Yes. All imagery is shot in-house, and is of the actual product which you will receive. We aim to provide the highest clarity we can offer.
SHIPPING & DELIVERY
Yes. Shelflife is an international online store; therefore we do offer worldwide shipping. The specific shipping costs for your country will be displayed to you upon checkout.
Any additional customs or import duties are charged once the parcel reaches your country. These charges must be paid by the recipient of the parcel. Unfortunately, we have no control over these charges, and cannot tell you what the cost would be, as customs policies and import duties vary widely from country to country.
We do not accept returns/exchanges on international orders.
Yes. Shelflife Online Store offers free delivery to main centres for orders above R800. Delivery fee for orders above R800 to outlying areas is R100. Orders under R800 will include a R100 delivery fee to main centres, R150 for outlying areas.
Express delivery of 1-3 working days is limited to main centres only. Economy delivery of 3-5 working days, delivery to outlying areas may take an additional 2 days. International orders can take between 5−14 working days to be delivered.
Handling time is minimal on our part, which ensures rapid delivery to our customers. Orders are sent off within 1-3 days (excluding weekends and public holidays) depending on the dispatch load and when we receive your cleared payment. Orders placed before 2PM on any given day usually dispatch the same day. Customers will be contacted in the event of a stock issue or a delay of dispatch.
Yes. We insure ALL shipments to every location to avoid disappointment and cover our customers’ purchases.
Yes. A tracking number for each order will be provided via email upon shipment.