Hi, welcome and congrats, Macvogue! I've ordered from AR once. I faxed my order and then called to make sure they got my fax. Jumpei was super nice and friendly. My order was processed that day and I got my bags two days later. However, one of the tassels on my bag was ripped. I sent an e-mail w/ pics to Jumpei and he said he would order replacement tassels and when he receives them, he will send it to me. It's been 8 weeks and after a few more e-mails, Jumpei said he's finally received the replacement tassels and will be sending them to me in a few days. Jumpei usually responds to my e-mails in less than 24 hours. Like the other ladies said, I think he's just super busy right now with all the new stock arriving.