Frequently Asked Questions and Customer Service

Customer Service / Frequently Asked Questions


General

How do I place an online order?
Ordering online is easy. Simply find what you are looking for and choose the size you need. Add the item(s) to the cart and select Checkout. You will be asked for billing and shipping information and then you will submit the order. You will receive an email notification that the order was processed. You will also receive a notification when the order ships. We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover. HabitatShoes.com is independent from Habitat Shoe Store in Kansas City. Returns/Exchanges for HabitatShoes.com will not be honored by Habitat Shoe Store and vice versa. Promotions, discounts, sales and price adjustments offered by HabitatShoes.com will not be honored by Habitat Shoe Store and vice versa.
Can I place an order over the phone?
We will gladly take your order over the phone between Monday and Friday, 10:00am to 5:00pm CST. Our phone number is 816-421-5444.
When will my card be charged?
Your card is charged at the time you submit your order. If for some reason an item you purchased is not available, you will be contacted immediately and a full refund will be given.
I placed an order but did not receive an email notification after it was processed. Was the order received?
Your order was received and is being processed as normal, but you did not type in a correct email address to receive an order confirmation and shipping notification. You can contact us if you wish to give us a correct email address.
Do you use my personal information?
When you make a purchase online, you are automatically enrolled in our email newsletter, where we highlight new product, exclusive sales, promotions and events. We do not share, rent or sell our list to a third party. We do not keep credit card information on file, only shipping and email addresses.
Can I special order an item?
If we are out of stock of a certain size or item, a special order option is available if applicable for that particular brand. Simply click on special order on the product page and fill out and submit the form. We will contact you if the item you want to special order is available. If it is available, we will process the sale over the phone or via email. Please allow up to four business days to process a special order. Online shipping charges will apply.
How do I purchase a gift certificate?
Habitat gift certificates may be purchased by calling 816-421-5444 between 10:00am and 5:00pm Monday-Friday. Please note that gift certificates can only be redeemed in our Kansas City store and not through our website.
How do I purchase something if I live outside the US?
For added security, we offer payment through PayPal for all international orders. PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU RETURN TO THE HABITATSHOES.COM WEBSITE AFTER PURCHASING ON PAYPAL'S WEBSITE TO COMPLETE ORDER.
Do you have a fit guide?
We do not have a general fit guide. The fits of each manufacturer vary. Please pay attention to our fit suggestions for each item, as we feel they are very accurate. We fit men and women each day in our shoes and clothes. We know how each item’s sizes are running.
I don't know my US/Euro size. What size do I need?
Typically the US/Euro breakdown is the following:

Women's Sizing
US 4.5-5 = Euro 35
US 5.5-6 = Euro 36
US 6.5-7 = Euro 37
US 7.5-8 = Euro 38
US 8.5-9 = Euro 39
US 9.5-10 =Euro 40
US 10.5-11 = Euro 41

Men's Sizing
US 7.5-8 = Euro 41
US 8.5-9 = Euro 42
US 9.5-10 = Euro 43
US 10.5-11 = Euro 44
US 11.5-12 = Euro 45
US 12.5-13 = Euro 46
US 13.5-14 = Euro 47

Returns

What is your return policy?
A Return Authorization Number (RAN) must be obtained before returning product to Habitat by either calling 816-421-5444 or emailing returns@habitatshoes.com. All item(s) must be unworn, unaltered, not washed, with original tags and boxes and return must be postmarked within 14 days of receiving product. RETURN SHIPPING IS FREE. If you originally paid UPS shipping, we will issue you a call tag to stick to the outside of the shipping box. If you originally paid USPS shipping, we will credit your credit card the shipping expense once the return is received. PLEASE SEND ALL USPS RETURNS PRIORITY. If we receive a returned item that doesn’t meet our return guidelines, the product may be sent back to you at your expense. Please make sure your purchase meets our guidelines. Insuring your return packages to HabitatShoes.com is highly recommended. This will provide you with recourse on your package, as we cannot accept responsibility for packages that we do not ship ourselves. In the event of any failure to return goods to us within the stipulated time limits, even though validly cancelled, we shall have the right to charge any costs of recovery of the goods. Ship all returns to: Habitat Shoe Store Attn: Returns/Exchanges (RAN) 1800 Baltimore Avenue Kansas City, MO 64108
Can I exchange an item(s)?
We do accept exchanges, but shipping charges may apply depending on where you live. Please inquire by emailing returns@habitatshoes.com. Ship all exchanges to: Habitat Shoe Store Attn: Returns/Exchanges (ENTER RAN HERE) 1800 Baltimore Avenue Kansas City, MO 64108
I think I received defective/wrong merchandise, what do I do?
If you believe that you have received defective merchandise or were shipped incorrect merchandise (style, size, color), you must notify us within 3 days of receiving the product to be eligible for a refund. There are no exceptions. We do not manufacture our products and we do not offer any warranty. Please follow our normal return policy.
When will my return be refunded?
Once your package has been received by us, your refund will be processed within 2 business days. We will inspect your returned item(s) and then contact you via email with the refund confirmation. Refunds may not show up on your card statement for about four business days. We do not refund any postal insurance purchased by customer.
Can I return a sale item?
Clearance items (prices that end in $.99) and items marked Final Sale are ALL SALES FINAL. All other sale items are able to be returned for exchange only -- no refunds . How it works: email us at returns[at]habitatshoes.com and tell us what you would like to exchange the sale item for. If you cannot find anything, we will issue you a coupon code for the credit amount once your return is received and processed.

Shipping FAQs

What are your shipping costs?
USPS Priority Mail - $10.00
USPS Express Mail - $28.00
UPS Ground - $12.00
UPS 2-Day - $28.00
UPS Overnight - $60.00

*Calculated for one item at checkout. Additonal shipping charges may apply for multiple items.

INTERNATIONAL SHIPMENT RATES VARY AT CHECKOUT. We use USPS Airmail Parcel Post (takes 4-12 business days). Rates typically range from $15.00 - $50.00 USD depending on where you live in the world.

International Payments through Paypal only. Please make sure you return to the Habitatshoes.com website to complete Paypal transaction.
Do you ship Internationally?
Yes. All international orders are processed through Paypal. We will only ship to the confirmed address on the Paypal account - not the shipping address you place with your order.
When will my order ship?
Please allow up to two business days for your order to be processed and shipped. You will receive an email notification when your order has shipped.