Target Quietly Added A New Rule Recently

Am I alone in thinking that Target is just feels a little bit classier than some other big box stores we have in Montana?

I feel Target thinks that way as well, which is probably why their new rule was put in place to help keep up that image and because some people just have no class or shame.

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Have You Ever Heard Of The Term "Wardrobing"

Target has always had a pretty decent return policy, which allowed the customer to bring back any unopened and unused items within 90 days for a refund or an exchange.

When it comes to returns, the National Retail Federation said almost half (49%) of all returns in 2023 were "used, non-defective merchandise," which is also called "wardrobing."

"Wardrobing" is when a customer buys an item with the intent of wearing it with the tags still on, then returning the item for a refund, according to CNBC, and it's this practice that has led to the new rule put in place by Target.

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Targets New Policy Regarding Returns

If you check out Target's return policy page on their website, you'll now see the very first line states:

Target reserves the right to deny returns, refunds and exchanges including but not limited to prevent fraud, suspected fraud or abuse.

Sure, this probably won't stop everyone from trying to get away with "wardrobing," but those who were taking advantage of the old return policy might not be so quick to buy something if they aren't guaranteed the ability to return it for a refund so easily.

It seems like Target is really trying to crack down on theft of their merchandise, as they have recently started locking up some of the most stolen items in their stores.

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