1 /5 Wil Ho: I visited the Tiffany & Co. flagship store in San Francisco Union Square this morning, eager to have our marriage rings cleaned. My last visit in a Tiffany & Co. store was a positive experience, where they not only cleaned our rings but also provided us with a small pouch to keep them safe from scratches. This time, however, my experience fell short of expectations.
When I requested the cleaning, the advisors demeanor changed immediately; his face reflected annoyance rather than the welcoming attitude I anticipated. We were traveling and had forgotten our pouch, so I hoped to ask for a small one again. Unfortunately, before I could finish my question, he abruptly said "no," accompanied by a forced smile. This lack of courtesy was disappointing and made me feel unwelcome, especially given the emotional significance of our rings.
I’ve always appreciated Tiffany & Co. for its elegance and customer service, which is why this experience was particularly disheartening. I hope that in the future, staff will be trained to provide the warm, attentive service that the brand is known for. This experience has made me reconsider my loyalty to the brand, and I hope to see improvements moving forward.