RETURNS

Our Returns Policy

We have extended our returns period for the festive season. Orders placed from the 24th November 2025 can be returned until 6th January.

Orders placed outside of these dates will have the standard 14-day return window.

At Needle & Thread, we continually strive to offer the best service possible to our customers shopping online with us. However, in the unlikely event that you're not entirely satisfied with your purchase from us, you can return your item/s for a refund within 14 days of delivery.

Customers are responsible for ensuring that only Needle & Thread items are returned to us. Please carefully check your return before sending it back.

If we receive items that do not belong to Needle & Thread:

• A return handling fee may apply.
• Items that are not claimed or cannot be returned to the correct sender may be disposed of.

To avoid any issues or delays in processing your return, please double-check that the items you are sending back are correct and match your original Needle & Thread order.

Your purchase(s) must be returned in a saleable condition with all labels and tags attached. Upon return, all items are inspected by our customer services team before your refund is processed. We do not offer exchanges on our products. Please try items on with care. If you decide to return something, please ensure that it is in perfect condition. This means that it must be clean (no deodorant marks, perfume, fake tan, or make-up stains), unworn and unwashed. Hygiene stickers should not be removed. The items should be free from human hair and pet hair as well as dust and debris. Items returned to us in a non-saleable condition, will not be refunded and will be sent back to you.

Please note, items that are sold as a set, including 2 or more pieces, must be returned together. Please ensure that correct sizes are matched if more than one size has been ordered. Items that are not returned in full or are not correctly sized will not be refunded. 

In the interests of both health and hygiene, returns will not be accepted if hygiene stickers have been removed on bodysuit styles.

Please note we are not responsible for any non-Needle & Thread items returned to our warehouse. If this has been done accidentally, please contact our customer care team as soon as possible.

Jewellery

Jewellery that you wish to return must be unused and in the same condition that you received it in. It must also be in the original pouch and box provided. Items that appear worn or used will not be refunded and will be returned to the customer. 

Missing crystals, beads and pearls are not classed as manufacturing faults if outside of the 14 day return policy. 

Tarnishing or discolouration due to chemical contact is not a fault. Please see our FAQ's for details on how to avoid this. 

Damage caused by general wear and tear is the responsibility of the owner. We cannot be responsible for any damage due to negligence. 

Our UK Returns Process

We have extended our returns period for the festive season. Orders placed from the 24th November 2025 can be returned until 6th January.

Orders placed outside of these dates will have the standard 14-day return window.

Visit our Returns Portal HERE to return your order for free, using the steps below.

1. Login to the portal using your order number (e.g  #UK123456) and the email address associated with your order.
2. Select the item(/s) that you wish to return and the reason for the return.
3. Select your preferred return method.
4. If your order needs to be returned in more than one box, please generate as many return codes/labels as needed, by repeating the above process for each, ensuring you select the right items per box.

a) To view drop off points for Royal Mail click here. Maximum parcel size for this option is 20kgs 61cm x 46cm x 46cm

b) To view drop off points for DPD click here.

c) To view drop off points for InPost, click here.Maximum parcel size for this option is 15kgs 41cm x 38cm x 64cm

d) If you would like your return to be collected from you, please select “ROYAL MAIL (FREE)” and arrange a collection at a convenient time here. Maximum parcel size for this option is 61cm x 46cm x 46 cm

4. Please securely pack and seal items for return. Please ensure the dispatch note is inside of the package.
5. Please retain a record of the return tracking number until your refund has been processed. Failure to provide proof of postage may result in no refund if your return is lost.

Please do not combine multiple orders into one return, please ensure to create a separate label for each order returned to avoid any delay to your refund. 

We will notify you via email once your return has arrived at our warehouse. We will send an additional email notification once your refund has been issued. Please allow up to 10 business days from the date of delivery at our warehouse for a refund to be issued.   

Our US Returns Process

We have extended our returns period for the festive season. Orders placed from the 24th November 2025 can be returned until 6th January.

Orders placed outside of these dates will have the standard 14-day return window.

Visit our Returns Portal HERE follow the steps below to return your order

1. Login to the portal using your order number (e.g  #US123456) and the email address associated with your order

2. Select the item(/s) that you wish to return the reason for the return

3. Select your preferred return carrier

To view drop off points for FedEx click here

To view drop off points for UPS click here

4. Securely pack and seal items for return. Please ensure the dispatch note is inside of the package.

5. Print and attach the shipping label to the outside of your parcel

6. If you have opted to return your parcel with FedEx, print the commercial invoice and hand this over when you drop off your return. No action is required if you have opted to return your parcel with UPS, the commercial invoice will be submitted electronically.

7. Please retain a copy of your return tracking number until your refund has been processed. Failure to provide proof of postage may result in no refund if your return is lost.

Returns will be subject to a handling fee which will be deducted from your refund. This varies by carrier and will be $10 for returns with FedEx or $15 for returns with UPS.

Our International Returns Process

We have extended our returns period for the festive season. Orders placed from the 24th November 2025 can be returned until 6th January.

Orders placed outside of these dates will have the standard 14-day return window.

Please follow the steps below to return your purchase:

1. To create a returns label, visit our returns portal

2. Enter your Order ID. This is your order number starting with GE

3. Enter the email address you used when placing your order. Select Next

4. Select the item/s you would like to return and choose your return reason. Please note your return reason will not affect your return. Select Next.

5. Select your return method. You will have 2 options as detailed below. Select your preferred option. Select Next.

Standard Return

Select this option to create a Return Label and send back the returned goods with the shipper of your choice. You will cover the full cost of this return shipment.

OR 

Express Prepaid Return

Select this option to create a Return Label and send back the returned goods with DHL using our flat rate discounted rate. The rate will be displayed in the portal.

By choosing this option you are giving consent for Needle & Thread to deduct the return cost from your refund.

Please note, the returns label is valid for one parcel only.

If for any reason you cannot raise your return or if you have any questions, please email customercare@needleandthread.com and a member of the team will respond to you within 24 hours.