Usually, the holiday season means walking alongside cars to avoid slow-walking tourists. This year stores are much more empty but online shopping still maintains a lot safer. This year, the aggravation of missorted packages and shipping delays seems to be even more angering than crowded streets. It's even more important than ever to plan ahead.
The hours to take advantage of free shipping is ticking away quickly. Lucky, most New York stores will offer a messenger service for free or a small fee. Store prices tend to range from $15 to $30. Many times, retailers will wave the fee for expensive purchases. It never hurts to ask.
Below is your guide to getting your gift there on time from our local department stores-- along with how much it will cost.
Bergdorf GoodmanMessenger: Complimentary same day courier service to NYC, CT & the Hamptons Virtual shopping: Available by appointment
Get it there: Free two-day shipping BGHURRYDeadline: 12/17 at 12:00PM CTGift Wrapping: Free silver box with lavender ribbonReturns: FreeDiscount: Up to 60%BloomingdalesGet it there free: Free standard shipping is available until 12/19 Virtual shopping by appointment: Click here to schedule
Same-day delivery: ($20) 12/24 11:00AM EST Some zip-codesIn-Store pickup deadline: 12/23 Gift Wrapping: $5 white bottom and blacktop with elastic bowDiscount: Up to 60%Neiman MarcusGet it there free: Free overnight NMHURRYDeadline: 12/21 Noon CTGift Wrapping: $7 Silver box and a red bow with a gift tagDiscount: Up to 60%NordstromGet it there: Expedited Shipping $7 Messenger: Same day in NYC $20
Deadline: 12/20 12:00PM EST In-Store Pickup: 12/24 order by 3pmGift Wrapping: Not available on all items but the $2 gift set include a gift box, tissue paper, a silver ribbon, and a gift tag Discount: Up to 60%Saks Fifth Avenue Messenger: $10 within NYC Get it there: Express shipping free through 12/17 at 1pm Code FREESHIPGift Wrapping: Free black box with snowflakes, red bottom, and red ribbonDiscount: Up to 60% ...