Gilt failing

stevent · Jun 22, 2011

Now I know most of SF does not really like Gilt but they have dropped to new lows.

Given that they never offer measurements on their site and I wanted to see if an item was slim or normal, I email for "More size questions."

Gilt then proceeds to answer me hours after the sale ends to let me know where I can click the ruler where it shows the size chart. You mean you think I didn't click the size chart then "More size questions"

Then you let me know some brands have unique sizing. No s--- sherlock that's why I emailed in the first place.

So sad.

NAMOR · Jun 22, 2011

indeed they are. i still need to burn about $200 in credit. perhaps ill buy a 3lbs of meat and be done with it.

StephenHero · Jun 22, 2011

Originally Posted by NAMOR

indeed they are. i still need to burn about $200 in credit. perhaps ill buy a 3lbs of meat and be done with it.

I'm at $429 in credit. I've been reduced to buying lots of socks and pocket knives and all this other stuff I don't need to get rid of it. I keep waiting to find staple items I can resell and break even, but there aren't any.

Saturdays · Jun 22, 2011

Originally Posted by StephenHero

I'm at $429 in credit. I've been reduced to buying lots of socks and pocket knives and all this other stuff I don't need to get rid of it. I keep waiting to find staple items I can resell and break even, but there aren't any.

Where is all this credit coming from referrals?

NAMOR · Jun 22, 2011

Originally Posted by Saturdays

Where is all this credit coming from referrals?
my credit is from previous returns. Stephenhero, since the new return policy allows you to get cash refunds, have you tried purchasing something with your credit and then returning it for cash?

StephenHero · Jun 22, 2011

Originally Posted by Saturdays

Where is all this credit coming from referrals?
I bought a Belvest sportcoat and some hickey trousers that didn't work out. I've had the credit for a couple months now.

nyarkies · Jun 22, 2011

I haven't returned any of my purchases from them. Recently, I haven't bought anything from them. Their sales for the past few months haven't been enticing at all.

StephenHero · Jun 22, 2011

They're probably selling more things at a price closer to retail now because people are so fed up with their unused credit that they're willing to drop hundreds on books and frying pans that can be bought on Amazon for less in order to just get rid of it.

TimelesStyle · Jun 22, 2011

Originally Posted by NAMOR

my credit is from previous returns. Stephenhero, since the new return policy allows you to get cash refunds, have you tried purchasing something with your credit and then returning it for cash?

Nope. I returned something bought partly for credit, partly for cash and it only gave me back as much cash as I'd put in for the purchase.

giraffe lookout · Jun 22, 2011

Have you ever noticed that all their models are the same exact size and weight. Seemed like they just picked 6' 165lbs with a size 40 suit as their default and never change it for the specific models.

HarleyBob · Jun 22, 2011

Why do people continue to buy from Gilt? I can't stand the group and I refuse to spend my money with them. Their policies, etc. are a joke. I would rather pay a little more for better service and support a merchant that cares.

NAMOR · Jun 22, 2011

Originally Posted by HarleyBob

Why do people continue to buy from Gilt? I can't stand the group and I refuse to spend my money with them. Their policies, etc. are a joke. I would rather pay a little more for better service and support a merchant that cares.
i think a lot of people now share your view but only because their offerings have dried up in the last year. My Gilt credit is from 8 months ago

Saturdays · Jun 22, 2011

Originally Posted by NAMOR

i think a lot of people now share your view but only because their offerings have dried up in the last year. My Gilt credit is from 8 months ago

Yeah I only purcahsed two things from them, a Blue V-neck and a Pair of Slim Fitting White Jeans both from RLBL both were total under $90, was a pretty good deal considering retail was about $525+...

Achilles_ · Jun 22, 2011

Gilt had an awesome private sale if I remember, super cheap suits etc.

Everything good sold out right away of course

LA Guy · Jun 22, 2011

Originally Posted by giraffe lookout

Have you ever noticed that all their models are the same exact size and weight. Seemed like they just picked 6' 165lbs with a size 40 suit as their default and never change it for the specific models.

I gather that you've never been a (fit) model. The weight and height requirements are usually very strict.

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