December 20, 2007
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i have this (somewhat) irrational fear that i am on some obscure return list, whereupon the next time i return something to a store, i will be denied and chased out.
see, i am a chronic returner.
now, let me clarify in saying that i do not return things that i have worn out and about with the sole purpose of returning it after i've worn it. i do, however, return things that i have worn for 2 hours and immediately know that i don't want.
i don't know when this started. however, there was definitely a turning point. i think it was in seattle.
it actually solves a few problems:
a) i like to shop
b) i like to save money
c) i am indecisive
d) i have buyers remorse
so see, this way i can shop to my hearts content, stress-free that i did not have to make the ultimate final decision in the store, go home, think about it, look at things in a different light and with all of my other belongings, and then, once the remorse sets in, i can return the items that i really don't need/want, and save money.but i feel a little guilty about it. but should i?
thus, mass confession.
what are our collective thoughts about store returns (usually with tags on, but not always doable, but always with the receipt and within 30 days)?
Comments (3)
I do this too, actually, except my issue is mostly related to two things - 1) not shopping often enough and therefore finding it nearly impossible to make decisions and 2) having to shop while two small children are yelling MOMMY MOMMY. There is no way I can be expected to make a rational decision in the store under those circumstances. It does get better if I shop more often and ALONE.
I will tell you this- Target does have a limit as to how much you can return in a period of time. We found this out after our bridal/baby showers and wedding. We even had receipts but it still got to a point that I would have to get other people to do returns for me. I don't know the time frame bue eventually your name gets off the list and you are reconciled back to right standing with the returns dept. I do however highly recommend Bed Bath & Beyond- they are amazing with returns...
I think it's totally fine. I mean really, they do the bright lights and loud fast-paced music to get you to make impulse buys anyway. They owe you a return or two...or twelve.
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