Tips for Buying Shoes Online

Go with a Retailer You Trust

Use a reputable website for buying your shoes online. I buy a lot of shoes online myself, and I can tell you that the ones I recommend on this site will take great care of you! If you click on a pair of shoes anywhere on my site, you’ll be taken straight to an online retailer that has earned a reputation for gaining the satisfaction of their customers.

Comparison Shop

Use your search engine to find the best deal for a specific type of shoes. For example, you decide you like “Veracruz” sandals by Stuart Weitzman at one online store and the price is $298.00. Go to your search engine, type in “Veracruz Stuart Weitzman” and see what results you get. You may find the same pair of shoes for less, or from a seller that offers free shipping.

Look for Shipping Deals

Some companies offer free shipping. Others offer free shipping both ways (in case you need to return for a different size or style). Still others offer free shipping if you order more than a certain dollar amount; in this case, it might be a good idea to wait until you’re ready to purchase two or more pairs of shoes to get the best deal on shipping.

Save Your Receipt

Hang on to your email receipt (you’ll receive it shortly after you place your purchase). If you want to save a copy of it to your hard drive, follow these instructions:

• Open the email
• Highlight all the copy (Ctrl + A on a PC; Command + A on a Mac)
• Copy it to your clipboard (Ctrl + C on a PC; Command + C on a Mac)
• Open a blank document in a word processing tool (like Microsoft Word)
• Paste the copy into the blank document (Ctrl + V on a PC; Command + V on a Mac).

Now you have a copy of the receipt that you can save, print, or use as needed.

Try Out Your Purchase

It’s a good idea to wear your new shoes around the house (inside only!) for a few days to make sure they are comfortable and that you like them. That way, if you need to return them, they’ll be in pristine condition.

Handle Returns Promptly

If for any reason you need an exchange or refund, try to handle it promptly. First, check with your online retailer as to how they they prefer to handle returns. The Customer Service center will explain how you should proceed. Most online shoe-sellers will cover the cost of shipping for your return, but it’s a good idea to ask about that up-front. If you’re looking for a simple exchange (a different color or size), your return should be very straightforward. If it’s a refund you’re after, you might get a full refund, but you might just get a credit that you can use for a future purchase.