Return Policy


Holiday Return Policy

Outlet.Theory.com orders placed November 1, 2024 to December 24, 2024 are eligible for return (no restocking fee) until January 15, 2025 or 30 days after receipt, whichever is later. Please visit outlet.theory.com/returns to submit your return request and retrieve a prepaid return label. Final Sale items are not eligible for return or exchange.


Standard Return Policy

Outlet.Theory.com will accept returns in original and unused condition, provided that all tags are attached and accompanied by an original receipt within 30 days of purchase at Outlet.Theory.com. Merchandise purchased at Theory Outlet stores and Outlet.Theory.com at a discount of 60% off or more, or labeled as Final Sale, may not be returned or exchanged. Please allow 7 business days for shipping transit time. For Instagram and Facebook orders, please initiate return on the app where you placed the order. We do not accept online returns in our retail stores.



Domestic

Exchange Instructions

Ordered the wrong size? To initiate an exchange please click here.
At this time, we offer size exchanges only. Exchanges should be sent back with the return packing slip included in box (one order per box).
Exchange orders are processed with the same delivery address and ship method as the original order. Once submitted, exchanges cannot be modified or cancelled.
Please send back your return item(s) as soon as possible to guarantee your exchange order. If any items are no longer in stock due to inventory changes, we will refund your original form of payment.
Once UPS has your return, your exchange order will be processed. All returned/exchanged items are subject to inspection by our Warehouse Team. In the event the wrong item(s) is shipped to us, your original form of payment will be charged for the exchange order.
To ensure a positive shopping experience for all our customers, if we identify an unreasonable return pattern, we may restrict or refuse future transactions from such customers. We also reserve the right to terminate accounts and limit purchases in our sole business discretion.


Return Instructions

To initiate a return please click here. Returns received after 14 days of your delivery date will incur a $9.95 restocking fee (not applicable during our extended Holiday Return policy). If you are unable to initiate a return label please email clientservice@theoryoutlet.com.
Once your package is ready for shipment, you may drop it off at the nearest UPS location. You can also schedule a UPS pickup here.
Returns will be processed within 5-7 business days of receipt. 
Refunds should appear on your account within 3-5 business days after processing. Please note items may be processed separately, you will receive separate returns confirmation emails
We do not assume responsibility for reimbursement or compensation in the event that a return package is lost, stolen, or mishandled.  We reserve the right to refuse return of any merchandise that does not meet our return requirements.


International

You can select a Standard Return to return with self-postage or an Express Return to return with a prepaid DHL label for a discounted/negotiated rate, to initiate a return click here. All duties, taxes and shipping paid is non-refundable. However, you may be able to recover these by contacting your local customs bureau directly. For questions regarding international returns, please click here.


FINAL SALE Items

Items purchased as "FINAL SALE" are not eligible for return, exchange or credit without exception and merchandise is sold as is. Promotions including coupons and promo codes, cannot be applied to Final Sale purchases.


Items Purchased at Other Locations

Items purchased at retail stores, department stores or any other store selling Theory merchandise may not be returned to Outlet.Theory.com.


Theory Outlet Store Purchases

Theory Outlet will accept returns or exchange merchandise in its original and unused condition, provided that all tags are attached and accompanied by an original receipt within 30 days of purchase at any standalone Theory Outlet store.Theory outlet store merchandise cannot be returned to a Theory retail location. Theory will issue a refund in the form and amount tendered for the final transaction excluding cash purchases. Cash purchases may only be returned for store credit. Returns and exchanges accompanied by gift receipt may only be returned for store credit or exchanged within 60 days of original purchase. Gift card sales are final and may not be returned. All merchandise purchased at Theory outlet stores at a discount of 65% off or more, as well as swimwear, intimates, jewelry, and special order items are final sale and may not be returned or exchanged.