Macys: Getting Retroactive Discounts On Items You Already Own

The Deal Messiah recently crossed the threshold into marriage-land. And, yes, it is sweet. However, he has found himself at the mall more often that he would like (once or twice a year). Always an opportunist, and making the most of any situation, the Deal Messiah was also able to benefit from such a senseless trip to the mall, via Macy’s liberal refund policy (one of his favorites).

While sauntering about the store, I noticed there was a clearance sale at the watch and jewelry counter. The Deal Messiah is drawn to clearance and 50% off signs like tiger woods to a...nevermind. Despite not having a receipt (which are for amateurs) I approached the $6/hr employee and told him that the watch on my wrist was a wedding gift, but would like to return it, and repurchase it with the clearance discount being offered. Naturally, Macy’s does have a liberal return policy. I say,

“If they can do a parade, they can most certainly take a return.” – The Deal Messiah

He looked confused and then balked, haughtily telling me, “Messieurs, that will not be possible.” Was this guy French or something? I immediately asked for the manager so that I could explain my situation to a “decision maker”.

Messieur $6/hr employee returned after a few minutes, with a much different attitude (somewhat friendly) and asked if I would simply like a credit applied directly to my credit card. + $102.15 on my visa, a much happier Deal Messiah sauntered off to find Mrs. Messiah.