How to Shop at Online Shoe Stores Wisely

Online shoe stores are a great way to save money. They also have a bigger selection of shoes than retail stores because they only need to pay for storage in one location. And let's face it- salespeople in retail shoe stores are either impossible to find or impossible to get rid of. You can shop from online shoe stores in the privacy of home at your own pace. Plus, you don't have to stick your foot into a shoe that 25 other people have already tried on.

Right now there are a number of online shoe stores and it can be overwhelming to know where to begin. Great deals can be found in online shoe stores if you know where to look and are a smart shopper. Here is some advice on how to choose online shoe stores and how to buy from them wisely.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Know your size. Before shopping at online shoe stores, it is important to be certain what your shoe size is. While the selection at online shoe stores is excellent, you won't be able to try on the shoes. Examine your shoe collection and identify which shoes fit you best. Take note of their size and also if they are narrow, wide, or regular as most online shoe stores offer these width options. If you are unsure, take a trip to a nearby shoe store to measure your feet.

2. Be selective when choosing online shoe stores. There are a number of online shoe stores in existence but not all offer high standards of quality and customer service. Choose online shoe stores that have professional looking websites with good spelling and grammar. Look around to see if the store carries brand names that are familiar to you, even if you do not plan on buying that particular brand of shoe.

3. Do some internet research on the online shoe stores you are considering. Read reviews from other customers to get a general idea of their experiences with the site.

4. Be safe. Once you have decided on which of the online shoe stores you would like to make a purchase from, make sure the ordering page is secure. This is usually denoted by a padlock icon that appears in the bottom right corner of your computer screen. Ordering from online shoe stores with secure ordering pages ensures that your credit card data is encrypted and safe.

5. Check the return policy. Because you can't try on the shoes in online shoe stores, it is very important to review the store's return policy before ordering. Remember that the shoes may look different in person or the fit may not be right. Make sure you have enough time to return the shoes if necessary. Find out who pays for shipping in the case of returns and if you can get a refund- some online shoe stores only offer exchanges.

Tips & Warnings

• Check with coupon code sites to see if there are any coupon codes or deals before you place your order from online shoe stores.
• If you find a pair of shoes online that you are absolutely in love with but the site seems questionable, call the Better Business Bureau to find out if the company is legitimate. If there are any doubts, keep searching for more reputable online shoe stores.I

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on 2/7/2009 thanks for the great tips on shopping at online shoe stores...great share!