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Shipping on boots

Gdog2015 — Sat, 29 Oct 2016 15:21:52 GMT

I went to finish my purchase on a C Wonder bootie that is $132. The shipping is almost $12.00. It's standard shipping. They aren't tall boots. How do they justify that? They lost a sale and off to Nordstrom I go.

Re: Shipping on boots

gardensla — Sat, 29 Oct 2016 15:31:28 GMT

I know! I looked at a pair of boots here and noticed $11.95 shipping. So, if they don't fit, I'd be out that plus $8.95 return label (yes, that's the label cost for boots-I know because I just had to return a pair)

$21.00 try-on fee?

You gotta be kidding me!

Re: Shipping on boots

Venezia — Sat, 29 Oct 2016 15:46:34 GMT

That's why I don't buy shoes or boots from QVC anymore, even if I like them. I've had to return some in the past and it's expensive to lose that kind of money, when they don't fit. It's always a gamble.

I've even noticed variation within the same brand, so it's just not worth it to me, when there are so many other options.

I once went to a Clark's store to try on the exact same sandal QVC was going to have as a TSV, but at a better price. Knew what size I needed so I ordered 2 from QVC and had to send them both back. They were ridiculously over-sized and simply fell off my feet. I put that on the return receipt but it made no difference. Never again.

(Have you noticed the hosts seem to have stopped saying "It costs you nothing"?)

Re: Shipping on boots

happycat — Sat, 29 Oct 2016 15:57:56 GMT

Gdog2015, Lucky you! We don't even have a Nordrstrom in this state, and I wish we did!

Hope you find some boots you love!

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Gram W — Sat, 29 Oct 2016 16:04:48 GMT

@happycat Bon Ton, Boscovs and other sell Clark's and have great sales. You probably won't have the choice in colors but I do not need more colors. My colors last longer because they do not get worn as much. I agree totally even the sizing on QVC shoes are no longer consistent. I have access within an hour's drive to most everything that the Q sells and I can see size and quality before I purchase.

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gardensla — Sat, 29 Oct 2016 16:13:22 GMT

@Gram W

I was just going to mention Bon Ton!

They're new to me.

I wanted a pair of shoes from Michael Kors which I Googled. Bon Ton had them on sale, plus an extra 25% off sale (thru 11/2). They honor ShopRunner so shipping BOTH WAYS was not only free, but 2-day. Because we don't have this store in CA, there was no sales tax.

These shoes were $140.00 everywhere else but ended up costing me $59.11 at Bon Ton. I noticed they have lots of nice brands.

Re: Shipping on boots

happycat — Sat, 29 Oct 2016 16:14:12 GMT

@Gram W, I do have a few stores around me that sell Clarks, they don't have a great selection, and if I do find a pair I like, good luck with them having it in my size. I just feel like we don't have that much to choose from in general, fashion wise. It does make me appreciate vacations where Nordstroms, Macy's other stores like that exist. We do have a Dillards in a few other larger towns here, but the last few times I have been there, it seemed more geared for ether the younger women or the elderly.....

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happycat — Sat, 29 Oct 2016 16:18:21 GMT

@gardensla

We don't have a Bon Ton either, but I have been looking at thier website. They do seem to have some very good deals! That was a sweet deal you got on the Michael Kors shoes!

Re: Shipping on boots

MalteseMomma — Sat, 29 Oct 2016 17:40:37 GMT

Try Amazon too,they sell all brands of everything ..........

Re: Shipping on boots

Gdog2015 — Sat, 29 Oct 2016 18:35:55 GMT

Happycat01 we I actually don't have a Nordstrom in my town. Closest is 4 hours away but go online. They never charge shipping to send out or return. I have size 11 feet and Macy's refuses to sell any 11 other than boring shoes without style. So I order 4 or 5 pairs ata time and return the others and hope I can find one that fits. You will get it and return them before your credit card is even due if you have to do it that way. They pick up on front door. I worked in Nordies all through college and have never ground customer service that come close. QVC would actually make more money with a free rtn policy because of the customer retention.

Re: Shipping on boots

Gdog2015 — Sat, 29 Oct 2016 18:36:17 GMT

Thanks. Will check them out.

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Kachina624 — Sat, 29 Oct 2016 19:42:42 GMT

@Gdog2015 I also wear a size 11M. I've had tremendous luck buying shoes at Zulily. Out of the dozens that I've ordered, including boots, maybe 2 or 3 pairs haven't fit. Although they say they don't take returns, they want to keep good customers happy, so they've agreed to take them back. I've discovered some brands I'd never tried before. I bought discounted Alegrias there before QVC ever heard of them.

Re: Shipping on boots

Gdog2015 — Sun, 30 Oct 2016 04:25:20 GMT

Thank you! I completely forgot about them. That return policy must be new. I will have to look at it tomorrow. Thanks again

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Jk9 — Sun, 30 Oct 2016 08:19:31 GMT

I think some customers forget to factor in the shipping and return costs when they purchase. You really do take your chances on clothes and shoes fitting. It seems to me that shoes vary more than anything else, so they are a big risk. Some buy where it is convenient and some make the effort to shop around. My choices used to be limited as to stores available in my area, but more choices are out there now. I make sure I look at the shipping before it hit submit and sometimes just decide that the item is not worth the return cost potential.

Re: Shipping on boots

roeroe1005 — Sun, 30 Oct 2016 23:09:56 GMT

I googled a pair of booties that were on the Clarks show this evening that are the one day only price.

Amazon has them for $97, no shipping, versus $115 plus shipping & NY tax on top. And I can put them on my wish list. Don't have to impulse buy them today for the "lower" price.

I did buy

Price is lower than elsewhere & $5 shipping is fine.

Re: Shipping on boots

Pecky — Mon, 31 Oct 2016 13:08:55 GMT

I saw a pair of Earth boots under new arrivals that I really like. The shipping was $11.22. I went directly to Earthbrand's website and purchased them with free shipping & returns and no sales tax!! I saved alot of money by not ordering with QVC. Oh and did I mention 90 days return policy?

Re: Shipping on boots

Sunnycorle — Fri, 11 Nov 2016 22:10:12 GMT

I returned a pair of boots to Vin ce Camuto on my own.$30 from UPS! I almost fainted. I did say that is ridiculous and went across the street to the post office and got them back

to VC for a mear $17 and change. If you are buying boots online definitly buy where you get tree ship both ways. I will never make that mistake again.

the consumer getst the short end of the stick for sure!