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2018 CUSTOMER CHOICE AWARD

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Overview

Nordstroom has a consumer rating of 3.46 stars from 701 reviews indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Consumers satisfied with Nordstroom most frequently mention customer service, free shipping and return policy.Nordstroom ranks 7th among Department Store sites.

  • Service
    94
  • Value
    80
  • Shipping
    80
  • Quality
    73
Positive reviews (last 12 months): 33%
Positive
30
Neutral
5
Negative
56
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What reviewers want you to know

Positive highlights

  • Love good customer service and we should EXPECT it!
  • Fast and free delivery, excellent high-quality products, excellent return policy.
  • 2018 Customer Choice Winner

Critical highlights

  • I had a really bad experience with Nordstrom Rack last year.
How would you rate Nordstroom?
Top Positive Review

“Thank you”

Kim A.
10/3/22

The web site's stock status is accurate, and shipping is pretty quick. Very competitive prices. Thank you

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Top Critical Review

“Sure isn't the Nordstrom of old”

C B.
1/5/23

Bought a pair of pants and on the screen by the register it said free hemming when you buy pants. I go and get them measured and I am charged $24. I ask why and was told hemming isn't free for clothes that are on sale. YHGTBFKM? NO other place that I am aware of does this. Normstram used to be the best customer service and now this? I will never shop at Nordstram again.

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Reviews (701)

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customer service (211) nordstrom rack (21) return policy (26)
shahrzado1
1 review
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February 2nd, 2023

I used to be a Nordstrom loyal customer but definitely Not Anymore. 4 months ago I returned 3 gowns and even though the tracking number proves they have received it they refuse to pay for my refund and saying "they can't validate the contents of the package that was delivered" which is such an absurd excuse. If you want to continue shopping from them you should know there is no guarantee they give your money back after your returns. They don't deserve a single star

melissaw1809
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January 27th, 2023
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I ordered a swimsuit for my daughter and was sent an ugly adult sweatshirt instead. I called and an exchange was done. The replacement was once again the same ugly sweatshirt. My daughter has no swimsuit but I have 2 extra trips to a busy USPS store to return the item I never ordered in hopes of recovering some of my money.

Tip for consumers:
Look at another store if you want the item you order and not an ugly sweatshirt

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None. Never got the product I ordered.

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kima822
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October 3rd, 2022

The web site's stock status is accurate, and shipping is pretty quick. Very competitive prices. Thank you

anitam711
1 review
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January 14th, 2023

Order clothes and shoes online. Never received the order but our card was promptly charged. In the beginning they said let's look into it. Repeated the same excuse for a while so I waited. Life got busy and I called again after few weeks and they said, oops it's over 30 days now so no refund. It's not the old Nordstrom any more. Be careful ordering from them!

amyi648
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November 7th, 2022

Used Nordstrom alterations for jeans bought there. Nordstrom lost the jeans--they were put on a return rack. After trips to the store, numerous phone calls and texts with 6 different people, most with pathetic resolution attempts that I would not accept (they actually offered to refund my platinum member "free" alterations). Finally the jeans were found--so yet another trip to the store for alterations... Service-recovery for my time (about 10 hours), hassle, and frustration absolutely lacking. Service experience is a huge fail Nordstrom.

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lilliant132
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December 3rd, 2022

I got hired as a seasonal worker and management treats you terribly. I've been verbally and mentally abused since starting by my superior and their superior has decided that I'm the one to blame because I'm "not helping the customers out properly" (despite making lots of sales). No consequences for my superior's actions. Nordstrom claims it is an ethical and customer forward company, but that is not the case (both from the perspective of an employee and customer). Very disappointed in Nordstrom and I hope to not work at this company in the future.

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helenp566
2 reviews
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January 14th, 2023

They found receipt, refused to issue refund, only store credit. WONT BE BACK. Ever. Used to spend thousands. Oh well. No more

donaldk639
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December 21st, 2022

I purchased a Christmas gift for my wife through their website. When I purchased it the item came off being listed on the website as if I had bought it. Received an email today saying that they made a mistake and never had the item in stock in the first place. Life goes on, the wife will understand she's getting something else a little later instead, not the end of the world I know.

Just out of interests sake though I checked the website after getting the email and they have again listed the item they "never had" as available. I'd think a lot of their online stock doesn't actually exist in physical inventory based off my sole experience with them. At least I got my money back which is better than a lot of reviews here.

Also as you read the positive reviews notice how strangely generic and similar they all are and ask yourself if those are real as well.

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dougp424
2 reviews
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April 24th, 2022

I have shopped at Nordstrom for a long time but lately I have been disappointed with not only their inventory (lack of) but also their declining customer service. It seems to take much longer these days for deliveries to arrive - like up to 3 weeks. Their online service is failing me as well. Their interface now requires a separate log in to print a return label and their online support is all but invisible at times. I cannot recommend nordstrom as a high end shop anymore.

sharyls4
3 reviews
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May 22nd, 2022
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I always check Norstrom first when I'm making an online purchase. Free shipping both ways. Easy to access return label and return at post office. Can get customer service on line reasonably quickly. Just wish they wouldn't use Lasership as a courier. Almost too much selection! Items sell out quickly, don't wait for a sale unless it's shoes. They have narrow width shoes!

Tip for consumers:
Sizes sell out quickly

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Clothing, shoes, baby gift, mens’ boxers, hair accessories, pillow cases

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cb865
1 review
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January 5th, 2023

Bought a pair of pants and on the screen by the register it said free hemming when you buy pants. I go and get them measured and I am charged $24. I ask why and was told hemming isn't free for clothes that are on sale. YHGTBFKM? NO other place that I am aware of does this. Normstram used to be the best customer service and now this? I will never shop at Nordstram again.

rafer2
3 reviews
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November 2nd, 2022

All went perfect. Everything looked in person as it did on the website. Everything from selecting, purchasing, and shipping went perfect.

suihal
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January 9th, 2023

My item was lost and I still haven't received a refund. We have called over 3 times and we still haven't got a refund nor the items lost. As a customer I will never revisiting this company's product nor do I think this company is trustworthy anymore.

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Most cosmetics

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betelhemm3
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December 30th, 2022

I been have a problems fined my receipt. I call customers service so many time but no one cant help me. But i want to the store and sofla rangel help me with in 2 minutes. Thank you so much.

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angelan960
4 reviews
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October 18th, 2022

Very pleased with the customer service & products I received. My order was filled in the timeline given, which I considered a fast turn-around time.

sarasp
3 reviews
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January 11th, 2023

To start, I bought a 99$ cardigan online. Although expensive, most reviews on their website were positive. Once I got the item, I realized this was an overpriced, poor quality item, shedding lint like crazy, with no care instructions! Like, who sells garments with no tag for care instructions!? Maybe because it's terrible.or maybe some never wash their cardigans? Anyway, I tried to post a review of it on THEIR website, and was denied. I tried at least 50 times, and got different 'error' messages. I think they do not accept reviews under 3*. I read that the brand of this cardigan (Zella) is actually a Nordstrom brand. That makes sense. Will never buy from them again.

Tip for consumers:
Do not believe the reviews on Nordstrom website. Poor reviews never get published.

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williaml2407
3 reviews
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November 1st, 2022

Amazing experience. On time delivery, customer service professionals were of great help when I talked about some items. Highly recommend

katarzynam18
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January 22nd, 2023

Very poor service given to me by Van - the shoe department and Mo - manager in charge on 01/22 in Old Orchard, Skokie, Illinois. Both were rude and implying that I had damaged my boots mechanically.
I've purchased a pair of Tory Burch boots- total of almost 500 $ on September 27th 2022, 3 months ago; I've noticed about a month ago that lining of the heels started peeling off and a plastic base started to show. I would expect better quality from boots like that and was hoping for an exchange! Both associates- as stated above- implied, that I had damaged the boots mechanically! With normal, not every day use! Poor quality product and poor quality service! I definitely do not recommend either!

johnm10612
2 reviews
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September 28th, 2022

Excellent products with rapid production and delivery. Just what we ordered and delivered on time. Thanks

amandaf1213
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January 4th, 2023

I ordered a jumpsuit and received a blazer. The guy from costumer services said there is no way to receive the jumpsuit in time for my trip.

Tip for consumers:
Don't order from Nordstrom

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None of it. The product was not correct.

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angelac2120
1 review
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November 11th, 2022

OMG I placed an order, it will be a week tomorrow & it still hasn't shipped. I talked to Customer Service asking why this order hasn't shipped. She could not give me a definitive response. She told me it's shipping from Riverside, CA 20 miles from my delivery address. This order should have shipped 3 days after the order was placed. Very disappointed in how Nordstrom ships orders. This is the 2nd time I've had delayed shipping. My best advice just to one of their stores so you won't experience the headache I'm having about this order. Nordstrom's need to hire a more suitable Logistics Department & Manager.

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Handbag

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elaines597
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November 12th, 2022

First, the bag comes without dust bag and just rolling in the box with a plastic bag. Like how I wrap my cat poop. Second, the printed gift message was not in or on the box, which I did requested. Third, the bag has a stained spot on the card pocket just right between Marc and jacobs. The protection sheet was obviously pulled off and laid in the bag. Forth, the back of the bag has a light blue dot and a scratch. Apparently they sent me a sample and charged me full price. It is so frustrating and humiliating.

Tip for consumers:
Just don’t buy designer handbags from Nordstrom online

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godfreyh19
4 reviews
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November 29th, 2022

Affordable, convenient, friendly customer service! We got our second uniform order and we were really glad we chose this store. If you are a small, medium or large corporation, this is your one stop for all your clothes and gifts for your employee and client.

marvinm297
1 review
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October 28th, 2022

I purchased an expensive bag for my wife. Unfortunately, it never made it to me. UPS states that it was delivered. He delivered a JC Penny bag and used my tracking number to say it was delivered. This is all on camera. I called Nordstrom and complained in hopes they contact UPS and find my bag. Nope, instead they send me an email that they are not refunding me. Can you imagine, $1500 dollar bag... Nordstrom did not put insurance on it? Hard to believe. No one wants to track or do their due diligence. Now, this is my headache. I guess, I have to hire an attorney. Just horrible service.

phylliss360
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February 3rd, 2022

I have $50 Nordy club credit that the online service would not honor. Why? No one could not tell me. The don't have an address on the web to write and their customer service was totally unhelpful. I stayed on hold for 49 minute after being placed on hold. I called from another phone and pending was that long.

Q&A (11)

Question:

How long does shipping take?

Answer:

From what I have seen, orders come within the week and are always nicely packaged with tissue paper.

By denise p.
Question:

How long does it take for a online cancelled order to be refunded.

Answer:

Immediately. Never had problem returns. That they are good on. But maybe, service is affected by the pandemic.

By I M.
Question:

How do i verify the authenticity of my leather items?

Answer:

I have bought a fair number of designer handbags and sunglasses from Nordstrom. In all cases (depending on designer) the handbags were marked inside by the designer, where the item was made, usually a serial number and often a certificate of authenticity. This is especially true of the couture items i. E. Prada, Yves St. Laurent, etc. I have never questioned an items authenticity that I purchased from Nordstroms. They are way too big to risk their rep on fakes.

By denise p.
Question:

Hi i have ordered some stuff from nordstrom rack to be shipped to australia, can i get i delivery time as of when can i expect to receive it?

Answer:

Maybe it depend on your shipping method if there is no unexpected happens

By Brittany A.
Question:

I am looking for a set of summer bridesmate style dresses and i need a dozen of them. what i need to know is can they be easily returned if they do not fit appropriately. i get that returning a single dress is easy but returning a dozen can often be challenging. also i do not want to be charged a return fee for each individual dress and separate shipping for each of them. has anyone done this before from this store?

Answer:

Sounds like you want to return all bridesmaid dresses after one time use. Sleasy.

By I M.
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Are the uggs real?

Answer:

Yes. Absolutely, have purchased 3 pairs of Uggs from them over the years.

By denise p.

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