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Common Questions:

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Questions about Ordering:

  1. What is the National Money Back Guarantee?
  2. How can I place an order with National?
  3. What charges will be added to my order (sales tax, shipping and processing)?
  4. If there is a special offer mentioned in my catalog just received in the mail, how can I make sure I get this offer when I order at your online store?
  5. Which credit cards do you accept?
  6. How will I know that National has received my online store order?
  7. How can I change an order I just placed at the online store?
  8. How long will it take to receive my order, and how may I check on its status?
  9. When will my credit card be charged?
  10. Do you accept or ship international orders?
  11. What size should I order for a perfect fit?
  12. Can I purchase or redeem a gift certificate at your online store?
  13. What colors are available for National's Hosiery?

Other Important Questions:

  1. How can I contact National with my questions or comments?
  2. How do I know your site is secure and that my credit card information is safe?
  3. What does National do with my personal information?
  4. How do I return merchandise for an exchange or refund, and when should I expect the refund?
  5. Which web browsers and display settings work best with the National online store?


1. What is the National Money Back Guarantee?

We guarantee everything to please or your money will be cheerfully refunded, no questions asked. You are the judge!

2. How can I place an order with National?

There are several ways to place your order with us:


3. What charges will be added to my order (sales tax, shipping and processing)?

If your order is being delivered anywhere in North Carolina we are required by law to collect 7% sales tax, calculated on the total merchandise value of your order before shipping and processing charges.

Our goal is to provide you with the best service possible for your money; that's why we use the US Postal Service for all of our standard shipping. Our shipping & processing charge is designed to compensate our company for the costs related to the services we provide that enable our customers to enjoy the convenience of home selection and delivery of our products. This includes the costs related to assisting you when you order, processing your order, handling and packaging the products you have purchased, and delivering them to your door.

Our standard shipping and processing charges are listed below.
  
Total Merchandise Value   Shipping and Processing
Up to $20.00   $5.95
$20.01 to $40.00   $6.95
$40.01 to $70.00   $8.95
$70.01 to $100.00   $9.95
$100.01 to $150.00   $10.95
$150.01 and over   $11.95

During the Check Out process, you will be shown the shipping and processing charges which apply to your order before being asked for your payment information.

Need your order in a hurry? During STEP 3 of the Check Out process select one of our express delivery methods. Services apply to delivery of in-stock items ordered by 1:00 pm EST Monday through Friday (please note, delivery may take longer to APO, FPO and US territories. You may choose to:
  • Add $7.95 to standard shipping and processing charges for USPS Priority Mail delivery (3-4 business days)
  • Add $9.95 to standard shipping and processing charges for UPS 2nd Day delivery
  • Add $23.95 to standard shipping and processing charges for UPS Next Day delivery
  • Add $33.95 to standard shipping and processing charges for UPS Next Day Saturday delivery
If you'd like to inquire about other express shipping methods please call one of our associates at
1-800-480-4673 to place your order.

4. If there is a special offer mentioned in my catalog just received in the mail, how can I make sure I get this offer when I order at your online store?

During the checkout process, just be sure to type in your Catalog Code. (You can find this code on the back of your catalog or on your order form, in the blue box.) This will tell us what your special offer is so we can share it with you. The picture to the right shows you were your catalog code is located.
5. Which credit cards do you accept?

We gladly accept the following credit cards: American Express, Visa, MasterCard and Discover. If ordering by mail, we also accept personal checks.

6. How will I know that National has received my online store order?

After submitting your order, you will see a Confirmation Screen to assure you that your order has been processed. Within an hour we will send an e-mail confirming order receipt to the e-mail address you provided. We will also send you an e-mail as soon as your order ships.

7. How can I change an order I just placed at the online store?

We begin processing your order as soon as it is received but will make every effort to accommodate your requests. Please contact our Customer Service department as soon as possible at 1-800-433-0580 Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 6:00 pm E.S.T., or Saturdays, 8:00 am - 12:00 noon, E.S.T.

8. How long will it take to receive my order, and how may I check on its status?

It is our policy to ship all in-stock orders within two business days of receipt. Delivery time through our standard service will vary depending on your location, but please allow 4-10 days. If you would like faster service please choose one of our express shipping options. To check on the status of your order just e-mail your name, address, phone number, and questions to us by
clicking here, or give Customer Service a call at 1-800-433-0580 Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 6:00 pm E.S.T., or Saturdays, 8:00 am - 12:00 noon, E.S.T.

9. When will my credit card be charged?

Your card will be charged on the day your merchandise ships from our facility. If your order has multiple shipments, say, in the case of a back-ordered item, your card will only be charged the retail value of the merchandise shipped plus any applicable sales tax (NC residents only) for that item, plus a portion of the total shipping and processing charges for your entire order.

10. Do you accept or ship international orders?

Presently we do not accept international orders and only ship to addresses within the U.S. and its territories.

11. What size should I order for a perfect fit?

We work hard at National to have a sizing standard for all of our merchandise lines to make it easy for you to order without the guesswork. For specific sizing guidelines for Apparel, Loungewear, and Hosiery, we recommend that you review the size chart associated with each individual style (just click on the size chart link shown next to the size choice drop-down.)

12. Can I purchase or redeem a gift certificate at your online store?

Gift certificates are the perfect way to send a gift that 'always fits' and are available in amounts of $25 or more. If you'd like to purchase one, or if you'd like to use one that's been given to you, please call us anytime at 1-800-480-4673 to place your order.

13. What colors are available for National's Hosiery?



14. How can I contact National with my questions or comments?

Please
click here to show your options for getting in touch with us.

15. How do I know your site is secure and that my credit card information is safe?

The National online store is a secure site certified by VeriSign, so you can be assured that your order information is completely safe. For more details on security please
click here.

16. What does National do with my personal information?

Respecting your privacy is extremely important to you and to us. Please
click here to view our Privacy Policy.

17. How do I return merchandise for an exchange or refund, and when should I expect the refund?

We guarantee everything to please or your money will be cheerfully refunded, no questions asked. You are the judge! If you need to return something, please visit our Returns and Exchanges department by
clicking here.

As soon as we process your returned merchandise, the credit card you used to pay for your original order will be credited if you are due a refund. (If you originally ordered by mail with a personal check and are due a refund, you will receive a refund check in the mail.) Please allow 5-10 business days from when we receive your return for processing.

18. Which web browsers and display settings work best with the National online store?

We recommend that you use Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher, or Netscape Navigator 4.7 or higher, or AOL Browser 5.0 or higher and set your display resolution to 800 x 600 or higher to best view our online store. If you encounter problems, please e-mail us by
clicking here, or give Customer Service a call at 1-800-433-0580 Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 6:00 pm E.S.T., or Saturdays, 8:00 am - 12:00 noon, E.S.T.