15 Stores That Offer Cheap & Free Gift Wrapping

15 Stores That Offer Cheap & Free Gift Wrapping

It used to be that, as a matter of free-market competition, gift wrapping was offered as a free service to buyers – as long as you were buying something from the same store or company. For some reason, this is become considerably harder to find; however, if you know where to look, there is still a good number of stores that offer either free gift-wrapping services or an inexpensive alternative.

  1. Walmart Stores

One of the biggest retailers in the world, Walmart doesn’t have a completely free gift-wrapping service online or off – unless you’re buying precious stones in the form of jewelry. Because of the cost of the item, this is understandable! For more pedestrian gifts, the gift-wrapping offer is very affordable: just $3.88 for each item in a white-ribboned blue box.

  1. Amazon

This online retail king has gift-wrapping services that range in price from $3.99 to $5.99; which is slightly higher than Walmarts. The cloth gift bag you receive for larger items is sturdy and good for multiple uses.

  1. Bobbi Brown

The cosmetics queen does offer free gift-wrapping for items from the online store – just be sure to mark the relevant check box at checkout.

  1. L’Occitane

Famous for their natural beauty products courtesy of France, L’Occitane sells hand creams, elite skincare and more – and gives you the option of free gift-wrapping. You can also have them simply send the items and box unwrapped so you can do it yourself, if you please.

  1. Von Maur

This successful department store chain does offer free gift-wrapping services – as long as you’re sending or receiving in the continental United States.

  1. Apple
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The House that Steve Jobs built (more or less) is still standing strong; however, gift wrapping is not free. It is, however, as recognizable as it is elegant with red ribbon and white box; additionally, the personalized engraving is free.

  1. Nordstrom

When shopping online at Nordstrom’s, you’re presented with several options:

  • $5 ready to go gift box
  • $2 gift box kit
  • FREE gift message of 8-12 words

If shopping directly from stores (offline), then you can request a free gift box kit (unwrapped) to take with you.

  1. Aveda

Aveda offers one of the most liberal gift-wrapping options; you can make your own custom-wrapped gift or receive a free sample (including free gift-wrapping) upon purchasing at least three products from their store.

  1. Tiffany & Co.

Tiffany & Co. offers free gift-wrapping in their elegant, recognizable turquoise-blue box and white cloth ribbon – no hidden charges anywhere with this one.

  1. MAC Cosmetics

Another favorite of those who love a multiplicity of eye-liners, lipsticks and other cosmetics; they are offering free gift-wrapping as a promotional venture for some time; afterwards, you can expect this to return to the flat fee of $4.95.

  1. Banana Republic

You can get unassembled boxes for free from Banana Republic or pay a bit for the premium gift-wrapping service that includes tissue, ribbons and personalized writing.

  1. Origins

You’ll find one of the most painless online shopping experiences here once you get to your check out cart; you can either have every single thing wrapped individually or together; the gift-wrapping is free for either option.

  1. The GAP

Similar to Banana Republic, you can obtain unassembled boxes for free, or pay $6 for the premium gift-wrapping option. The price for the same is a $1 less at baby Gap for the tissue, white ribbon and personalized message option.

  1. Barnes & Noble
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This eponymous bookstore is still around and going strong; the gift-wrapping services are not free but are relatively inexpensive, with the proceeds going to various charities and fund-raising events.

  1. JCPenney

This old stalwart of a company will provide you with a free box if you physically go into one of their stores; you’ll have to buy the actual wrapping paper, however. When shopping online, the flat fee for gift wrapping is $4, and for this you’ll get your gift in a silver paper, with a white bow and message of your own making.

If you’re shopping offline (we know just how much shopping takes place in the online space these days), then the free gift-wrapping options may be considerably more limited. However, there still exist many clothing stores and department shops that will at least provide you with a free box or bag if they lack free gift-wrapping services. In the event that you are really short on time and simply cannot do with the free gift-wrapping services, then be sure to check around the mall for a visitor center or equivalent; often times, they may offer a low-cost option of gift wrapping.

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