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.
Get it there: Free two-day shipping BGHURRY
Deadline: 12/17 at 12:00PM CT
Gift Wrapping: Free silver box with lavender ribbon
Returns: Free
Discount: Up to 60%
Bloomingdales
Get it there free: Free standard shipping is available until 12/19
Same-day delivery: ($20) 12/24 11:00AM EST Some zip-codes
In-Store pickup deadline: 12/23
Gift Wrapping: $5 white bottom and blacktop with elastic bow
Discount: Up to 60%
Neiman Marcus
Get it there free: Free overnight NMHURRY
Deadline: 12/21 Noon CT
Gift Wrapping: $7 Silver box and a red bow with a gift tag
Discount: Up to 60%
Nordstrom
Get it there: Expedited Shipping $7
Deadline: 12/20 12:00PM EST
In-Store Pickup: 12/24 order by 3pm
Gift 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
Get it there: Express shipping free through 12/17 at 1pm Code FREESHIP
Gift Wrapping: Free black box with snowflakes, red bottom, and red ribbon
Discount: Up to 60%