Macy’s
Receive free shipping plus 20% off on orders of $99 or more with coupon code PERFECT.
Coldwater Creek
Use Coldwater Creek coupon code AFLC439 to save $25 and receive free shipping on orders over $100.
Gamestop
$15 off in-stock orders of $100 or more using coupon code MERRY.
Footlocker
Use the Footlocker promo code LKS1VR37 to receive free shipping on orders over $75.
Vans
Get free shipping on any order by using coupon code OKBYME.
Neiman Marcus
Use code DECFS to receive free shipping on orders of any amount.
Finish Line
Save $20 on an order of $100 or more using the Finish Line coupon code BFCM.
Bath & Body Works
Spend $50 or more and receive free shipping with the promo code FREEGIFT50.
Crocs
Save $15 on your order of $75 or more with promo code HOLIDAY15.
Along with the joy of gift giving to family and friends comes the potential for gift returns. FreeShipping.org compiled the following list of major e-retailers and their return policies for 2011:
Ann Taylor
You’ve got 60 days to return Ann Taylor purchases but, if you don’t have the receipt, only a store credit is issued. Gifts returned online will result in an e-gift certificate, so be sure to include your e-mail address on the return receipt. An in-store gift return yields a hardcopy gift certificate in the amount paid by the sender.
Bath & Body Works
Because Bath and Body Works believes “no sale is ever final,” they don’t need to extend their holiday deadline. You don’t need a sales receipt or shipping invoice for gifts, but they can only be returned to brick-and-mortar Bath and Body Works stores.
Cabela’s
You’ve got 90 days to return a Cabela’s purchase, which makes everything nice and easy, until you learn you only receive a store credit or gift card when you don’t have a receipt. If you need to return a gift, print a return form and send it to Cabela’s customer service address or bring it in to any of their retail stores.
Coldwater Creek
There’s no deadline for Coldwater Creek returns by mail or to a retail outlet. If you’re sending it back and don’t have a receipt or packing slip, make sure you include your name and address on a note enclosed with the package.
Best Buy
Enjoy Best Buy free shipping now through Dec. 27, and return gift purchases — with no exclusions — through Jan. 4. The electronics behemoth is spreading the holiday cheer even further by removing restocking fees for all products, including special orders, within this timeframe.
Costco
Costco’s standard return policy is a liberal 365 days, so there’s no need to extend their deadline for the holidays. In addition, Costco refunds membership fees if a customer isn’t satisfied. Refunds for Internet purchases include shipping and handling charges.
endless.com
The online-only shoe merchant provides a generous 365 days for returns with guaranteed free shipping. Use the Endless online returns center for proper processing.
JCPenney
The best part of JCPenney’s online returns is they pay for shipping and handling, no matter what your reason for returning the product. You have up to 90 days and, with a gift receipt, will receive a JCPenney gift card in the amount of purchase.
Kmart
You’ll need an original receipt or email confirmation dated within 90 days of the original date of purchase. No exceptions, apparently.
Kohl’s
Return any item, anytime, for any reason. Have your receipt? You’ll get a full refund or even exchange. No receipt? No problem. Kohl’s will give you a refund, an exchange or store credit.
Lands’ End
For returns without an exchange, use the return label for a flat shipping fee of $6.95. You also can return your order to any Sears or Lands’ End store and entirely avoid shipping costs.
L.L.Bean
The sky’s the limit with L.L. Bean, which has no return deadline and doesn’t require authorization before you ship your gift back to them. Just download and fill out an online form or use the form printed on the packing slip.
Macy’s
The return deadline for Macy’s is a generous 180 days and you don’t need a receipt because they have a program that identifies products in their system. Gifts will receive a store credit or exchange. Please note the deadline for jewelry purchases is only 30 days.
Sears
Return the gift in its original packaging, with the original receipt or email confirmation, within 90 days of purchase for a refund or exchange. Alternately, you can return a purchase from Sears.com to one of their stores.
Sierra Trading Post
Sierra Trading Post makes it easy. You have up to six months and will receive instant credit plus $2.95 shipping on your next order. If you prefer, STP will give you a refund.
Toys ‘R’ Us and Babies ‘R’ Us
Online purchases returned by mail within 90 days to their online Returns Center are refunded to the original form of payment. Returns to a Toys ‘R’ Us or Babies ‘R’ Us store can be given a merchandise credit.
Victoria’s Secret
Enjoy Victoria’s Secret free shipping, but you’ve got 90 days to return for cash. After that deadline, Victoria’s Secret will only provide store credit. To return gifts, check the box on the Return/Exchange Form attached to the original invoice indicating you’re returning a gift and provide your shipping information. If you don’t have the original invoice, use their printable return and exchange form.
Walmart
You can return or exchange most store items with a receipt within 90 days of purchase. Visit walmartstores.com to see exceptions for electronic and regulated items. You can return online purchases to any Walmart store.
Zappos
Another great shoe deal: Zappos free shipping is good both for purchases and returns. Whether you’re unhappy with a purchase or simply change your mind, Zappos will provide a full refund or exchange within 365 days of purchase. You’ll need the original packaging, however, to make the return.
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Janet Wilson says
Great information! I will be keeping this list handy, especially for the return policies. Thanks.
Mercedes @BeChicMag says
Super smart post! This is great info.
Liz says
Thank you!!! Really, thank you so much! This is fantastic…
Bren @ Flanboyant Eats™ says
hmmmm. not a VS fan but my sis is! Will make sure to pass this on to her! It’s her fave lingerie place! Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas.
rachel says
This is great! Thanks!!!
De Su Mama says
What a great, extensive list! Thank you!
sugar-free recipes says
Great info, thanx! Could you tell me when the next big sales are? Right after Christmas?
Jessica Sofia Valle says
OMGOSH! I like these tips. 🙂 TY!
Carrie at Tiki Tiki Blog! says
I need a personal shopper so I don’t have to keep track of all this…sigh…
Happy Christmas.