Return policy comparison · 2026
DSW vs Morning Lavender
Policy data verified April 17, 2026 (DSW) and July 24, 2026 (Morning Lavender)
Winner
DSW
A
4.5 / 5.0 · Excellent
Morning Lavender
C
1.8 / 5.0 · Mediocre
The verdict
DSW has the more generous return policy in 2026, grading A (4.5/5.0) against Morning Lavender's C (1.8/5.0). It wins 3 of 5 scoring axes; the biggest gap is the return window: 90-day window (above average) versus 14-day window (very tight).
Score breakdown
Five axes, 5.0 points total — the same deterministic grader behind every Thrifle policy page.
DSWMorning Lavender
Return window · worth 2.0
Restocking fee · worth 1.0
Return shipping · worth 1.0
Holiday window · worth 0.5
Transparency · worth 0.5
Key terms side-by-side
| DSW | Morning Lavender | |
|---|---|---|
| Return window | ✓ 90 days | 14 days (unworn, tags attached) |
| Free returns | ✓ Yes (in-store) | No - fee deducted |
| Restocking fee | None | None |
| Return shipping | Free mail returns for VIP members | Customer pays return shipping; both original and return shipping fees are non-refundable |
| Holiday extension | ✓ Yes (holiday extension) | None published |
| Non-returnable | Final sale items, worn shoes showing significant use | Final sale items (prices ending in .49), promotional items, accessories (hats, handbags, socks), jewelry (necklaces, rings, bracelets, earrings) |
| Watch-out items | Standard 90-day window | — |
DSW tip
VIP members tracked automatically. Shoes can be lightly worn.
Morning Lavender tip
Watch the price tag: anything ending in .49 is final sale here, and it's easy to miss since the rest of the site prices items normally.
Frequently asked questions
Who has the better return policy, DSW or Morning Lavender?
DSW has the more generous return policy in 2026, grading A (4.5/5.0) against Morning Lavender's C (1.8/5.0). It wins 3 of 5 scoring axes; the biggest gap is the return window: 90-day window (above average) versus 14-day window (very tight).
What is DSW's return window?
DSW's return window is 90 days.
What is Morning Lavender's return window?
Morning Lavender's return window is 14 days (unworn, tags attached).
Does DSW or Morning Lavender offer free returns?
DSW: Yes (in-store). Morning Lavender: No - fee deducted.