The CC Gymboree thread. [Archive] - Page 4

Franni

08-30-2006, 09:37 AM

mel7dog In my case, for some strange reason, Yahoo mail lumps all my gymboree email into my Bulk folder which I promptly delete en masse. I have tried to go in there and look when I know there would be one and I have also tried to save the email address to my address book. Nothing works. It still gets dumped. :mad:

isaacsmommy

08-30-2006, 10:23 AM

DisneyGirl reminded me. How do you get a circle of friends coupon????

Club924

08-30-2006, 10:29 AM

DisneyGirl reminded me. How do you get a circle of friends coupon????

it'll be handed out during the Labor Day sale or if you're planning on buying online, you can use the code "FRIEND" or "CIRCLE" b/w 9/15-9/17.

HTH!

isaacsmommy

08-30-2006, 10:51 AM

Thanks! I realize now that I missed it when it was posted the first time, sorry :(

lee60657

08-30-2006, 10:55 AM

You can also (usually) pick up COF coupons at Gymboree Play and Music. If they have extras out when I go I will pick them up :)

mel7dog

08-30-2006, 01:37 PM

another question here :o Does anyone know when the next line is coming out or when the sale items will be reduced again? I tried to search on gymbohaven, but no luck. Don't want to rush and buy the things I'm eyeing for 20% off, if they are going to be reduced the next day or something!

purpleorchids

08-30-2006, 03:59 PM

Mel - the next Girl line is a Fox and will be out Sept 4th. Gymbohaven has some pictures of what the line will look like. Just go to the Girls section and near the top you will see the future line that will take you to the pictures. Right now, there is nothing on when or what the next boy line is.

mel7dog

08-30-2006, 07:42 PM

purpleorchids - Thanks for the info!!

jbenny75

08-31-2006, 05:53 AM

I can't wait to hit Gymboree today....

Why doesn't the stupid mall open any earlier?

mel7dog

08-31-2006, 06:01 AM

I ordered a bunch from the "start your engines" line last night :)

Those who have a store near you are so lucky! I would so be going today!

DisneyGirl

08-31-2006, 07:18 AM

Sale starts today till Monday 20% off all sale stuff.

From now on I am not buying anything at Gymboree if its not on sale.

I bought a few peices from the cherry line and now the 2 leggings and 2 shits are down like 8-10 bucks each..ahh that makes me so mad..With the money I would have saved buying on sale I could have bough another outfit for the kids. So annoyed. So, today when DH gets home i am going to return the stuff i just bought to get gymbucks and I'll wait till it goes on sale or the COF coupon comes out. Its almost not even worth getting/using the gymbucks to a certain extent. Sorry to vent!! LOL LOL

JAYLIN

08-31-2006, 09:05 AM

DISNEY....I hear ya! I feel like they sales girl is going to flip out if she sees me comming in again. I already returned 3/4 of my Cherry stuff for Safari stuff. Now I'm really tempted to go back to get a price adjustment on everything...you're right, another $30 is another outfit!

The problem is I don't think I can price adjust the Cherry stuff that I kept, because I bought that more than 7 days ago. So do I want to be a real pain in the a$$ and return the 4 pieces that I kept and then rebuy them at the sale price? We're talking about $10 here, I'm not sure if it's really worth it.

Ugghh I do this everytime..I run out the 1st day of Gymbucks and then they always have a sale. One day I'll learn!

isaacsmommy

08-31-2006, 11:04 AM

Went to gymboree today. I got some cute stuff, but no COF coupon! I thought they were supposed to be giving them out?:(

DisneyGirl

08-31-2006, 02:19 PM

Went to gymboree today. I got some cute stuff, but no COF coupon! I thought they were supposed to be giving them out?:(

This happen to me to..I went in bought a few things ans asked about the coupons the sales lady looked at me like i was nuts and said they are not giving out coupons for anything. I was like yeah okay!:mad:

Then I decided to go to another Gymboree that is a teer 1 to see if they had more sales stuff(which they did) anyways I was paying for all my stuff and asked this sales lady for a coupon. She also told me oh we aren't giving out coupons..at this point i was flipping mad..are they just giving them to certain people i was thinking..i mean i spend 200 freaking bucks...next to her was the manager..the manager whom is always there when i go in just slid me the coupon and said her ya go..So, I scored my coupon..Finally!!! If it were no for the fact that the manager was stading there I most likly would have not gotten one there either. Tomorrow i am going to another Gymboree to pick up a shirt they are holding and if i get anotehr coupon I will give it to someone on here.

isaacsmommy

08-31-2006, 02:47 PM

I'm glad you got one! There aren't any other gymborees around here or I'd try another one.

mel7dog

08-31-2006, 05:16 PM

jbenny75

08-31-2006, 06:57 PM

I didn't get a COF coupon either. I thought of it while I was waiting to check out, but then started talking about the outfits I was buying with the salesgirl and I forgot to ask! :(

I got the red "Speedy" sweatsuit w/ the striped t-shirt and the bibs and matching onesie from the Start Your Engines Line. I also got the matching socks. I'm considering going back for more from Dig, Dig, Dig. I'm hoping that Jr. Varsity is on sale by the time Gymbucks redemption rolls around.

DisneyGirl

08-31-2006, 07:32 PM

buying on sale - I ONLY buy clothes when there is a sale on the "sale" stuff AND it's gymbucks time. Like today I bought clothes that were 40% off, plus another 20%, and I earned $25 in gymbucks. As long as the clothes are in season I couldn't justify paying more.

I am still fairly new at buying things from Gymboree and I i think this is the first time for me that they had a sale on sale stuff and you can earn gymbucks! I agree..thats the best way to go.

I know I will get the hang of when is the best time to buy and save the most money.

the COF coupon is a good one if they have good sales going on.

Chylynn

09-01-2006, 05:34 AM

I purchased the remaining cherry line items that I wanted and I forgot to ask for my COF coupon when checking out! I am so bummed. :(

If someone has an extra one come their way, can you pass it along to me? I am leaving on our disney cruise on Sunday and I don't have time to go back to Gymbo to get it.

Thank you to all the girls that helped me out with my clothes I purchased before gymbucks. I repurchased them and then returned them at another gymbo store with my old reciept! And, I got an additional 20% off on top of it!

I am looking forward to the baby sale next weekend! That is when I purchased items first at gymboree last year and I have been hooked ever since.

DisneyGirl

09-01-2006, 07:50 AM

If someone has an extra one come their way, can you pass it along to me? I am leaving on our disney cruise on Sunday and I don't have time to go back to Gymbo to get it.

Disney cruise..oh I am so jealous.:D :D .Have fun and If i get another coupon today when I go I'll PM you.

This time I will know to ask for a freakin coupon..If they say no I am calling corporate..LOL :p

Jen309

09-01-2006, 09:40 AM

A question about the baby sale: I know it starts Sept. 7, but how long does it run? Also, how much are items typically marked down? (Read: would it be better to go to the labor day sale or wait for Circle of Friends online?) Oh, and is it just baby boy/baby girl or is it those and newborn??

Thanks!

Chylynn

09-01-2006, 10:09 AM

These lines will be the ones on sale during the baby sale:

Sep 4th
- Fox Line - girls
- Racoon/owl - boys
- Squirrel/ owl/ beaver - layette

Items will be $10 or $20 a piece.

This is what is going on/coming up in regards to sales of gymboree:

Gymbucks
Earnings 8/24 - 10/1
Redemption 10/5 - 10/15

Aug 31st - Sept 4th
Labor Day Sale
20% off sale items

Baby Sale 9/7 -14th? (it usually ends the day before COF starts)
Newborn and Baby Girl/Boy

9/15 - 9/17
Circle of Friends
30% off entire purchase
card needed instore,
2 codes online are FRIEND or CIRCLE.

HTH! I just peaked at the new stuff coming out and I am not too impressed. I am tired of all of these animals. The first line was cute, but come on! Do we really need all these lines with critters on them?

Chylynn

09-01-2006, 10:10 AM

Thanks, Disney girl! I just read your post. We are looking forward to our cruise and now Rebecca is going to be styling in her new gymbo outfits. :)

jbenny75

09-01-2006, 10:20 AM

The Gymbohaven column today said that they should be emailing printable coupons for COF.

daisysue62

09-01-2006, 10:45 AM

I think the COF sale will be better then the Labor Day Sale or the Baby Sale. It's 30% off EVERYTHING, not just certain lines and certain pieces. I'm hoping to hold out until then, but I may buy some things during the Baby Sale if it winds up being a better deal or if the one sweater from Primrose I really want is almost sold out!

alienhost

09-01-2006, 11:01 AM

These lines will be the ones on sale during the baby sale:

Sep 4th
- Fox Line - girls
- Racoon/owl - boys
- Squirrel/ owl/ beaver - layette

Darn, I was hoping that the Mix and Match line would be in the baby sale....I think I'll go get what I want today and try to re-buy during COF or Baby Sale if it is cheaper...

You can get good deals during the baby sale though. Most items are 10 or $20 so I just pick up what is cheaper than COF and wait for COF for those that aren't.

Also I don't understand why they are so frugal w/ the COF coupons, it does get people to come in and spend, I wouldn't be buying anything if I didn't have the coupon anyway. My store usually gives one if I ask...we'll see if I can get my mits on one.

DisneyGirl

09-01-2006, 11:13 AM

The COF is a better sale however since this sale is 20% off all sale stuff I am afraid if I wait till COF to start all the stuff I am buying for next summer will be sold out. Plus all in all its really only another 10% off. Which really is no big deal since i am buying really cheap stuff I find on the sale rounders.

I have a baby coupon that came in the mail..and not sure i will be using it.
Its 20% off all baby items.

alienhost

09-01-2006, 12:11 PM

I have a baby coupon that came in the mail..and not sure i will be using it.
Its 20% off all baby items.

Disney I'll take it off your hands if you decide not to use it :D I have to buy a few gifts...

I never get these coupons, I think b/c I have the Gymboree Visa and they know they have me sucked in for the most part.

alienhost

09-01-2006, 12:19 PM

what the heck is up with their sizing? I got DD some pieces from the EIEIO line, Lamb overalls, bodysuit and the lamb pants. They are huge (long) on her. I bought 12-18 mos and she is in the 50th% for height and at 16 months they are dragging on the floor. We have the same size overalls (earlier line - giraffe) and they fit fine. I don't get it....but at least it should last her through the winter.

meanwhile the 12-18 month onesie is a bit tight...

mel7dog

09-01-2006, 12:39 PM

I got the red "Speedy" sweatsuit w/ the striped t-shirt and the bibs and matching onesie from the Start Your Engines Line. I also got the matching socks. I'm considering going back for more from Dig, Dig, Dig. I'm hoping that Jr. Varsity is on sale by the time Gymbucks redemption rolls around.

Oh you are lucky! I wanted this sweatsut so bad, but no 6-12 month size in sight!

jbenny75

09-01-2006, 01:39 PM

Oh you are lucky! I wanted this sweatsut so bad, but no 6-12 month size in sight!

That stinks! It is sooo darn cute. The jacket also has a racecar on the back, which I never saw before until I got it to the register.

meanwhile the 12-18 month onesie is a bit tight...

I have seen people mention in Ebay listings that their onesies are a size bigger than the rest of the outfit they are selling b/c they get a better fit with a larger size. I just bought my first Gymbo onesie, so I'm about to find out.

JAYLIN

09-01-2006, 02:16 PM

Well I ventured back to the store....I think they are ready to kill me! But, I got a price adjustment on my $150 worth of stuff which gave me another $30 to spend on more stuff. I don't care anymore if I'm being annoying, I just want to get the best deal. It's their own fault for running all these still sales. (Just mark EVERYTHING down another 30% and we won't have to play these silly games anymore!)

And I agree, enough with the animals already! I still waiting for something to LOVE!

alienhost

09-01-2006, 05:49 PM

I went today and asked which lines were going to be included in the Baby Sale and the salesperson said, "Baby sale? What Baby sale?" I said that in my last Gymbo visa statement that it said it started 9/7. She said she knew nothing about it. Do you think they just act dumb? I can't believe they don't know about a sale that is starting in less than a week. I see that salesperson all the time so it's not like she is new.

She then said, "I don't know about a Baby Sale but all sale stuff is another 20% off through Monday and they never run sales that close to each other. " WTF? Anyway after that discussion I felt it was useless to ask about COF.

I got the Kitty Quilted jacket - they only had 3 left and just one in her size. I'll get a price adjustment or re-buy it online if I can save some $ later....I also picked up a cute searsucker top for next summer for about $6.

goldengbridge

09-01-2006, 06:05 PM

I was at the mall today and stopped in to see if I could score a COF coupons. When I asked they played dumb like I was making it up:confused: WTH? I pushed a little bit and she finally gave me one. Was that so hard? These sales people are really starting to aggravate me!

isaacsmommy

09-01-2006, 06:35 PM

Yep the sales people are kinda annoying about playing off like they don't know anything. I was told they don't give them out to customers just to their friends and family! WTF???:mad: Then she said customers would have to go online to get one. I wondered what she meant then I think I figured it out. I think she meant to buy one like off ebay. I so bet the sales people try to avoid giving them out so they can sell them. That ticks me off. So if anyone gets one (or an extra one) they don't want I'd love to have one.

DisneyGirl

09-01-2006, 07:47 PM

I so agree with everyone on here that the sales people are getting really really annoying! I went to 3 gymborees today(my Dh watched the kids and I mall hoped..LOSER! LOL) and I asked each store about the COF coupons and they all looked at me like" who told you..what COF coupons"AHH it pissed me off. If i go on the theory that they only give them to "friends and family" then why the heck are they sitting next to the registar??? makes no sence..

As far as the baby sale..the sales people have to know about them..Because if we know then I would imagine the people who work there should know.

alienhost

09-02-2006, 08:36 AM

It's so stupid, like it's some big secret that they are having a sale or COF. Why do they care, isn't their goal to sell as much as possible? Wouldn't they rather me buy it at the store than buy it on-line? It must be better for the store's #s to get in-store sales.

The only thing I can think of is that they get a limited # of coupons and they truly just want to give it to family and friends. However, as an employee they receive 40% so I would think they would be using the employee discount for family/friends anyway.... so dumb.

In the past you had to make a purchase of like $100 to get coupons, am I remembering correctly? I remember seeing a sign and I purchased less but called the store later on and the manager said no prob, she'd give me a coupon, but I had to go back to the mall.

DisneyGirl

09-02-2006, 07:46 PM

Even if you had to spend $100 to get the coupons then i should have at least 2 in my hands..LOL

At least the gymborees I went to the other night they sure didn't look like they had a limited number of COF coupons. There were like 60 stacked at each of the 2 registars. So, i dought they have a limited number. but, then again i don't work there...so who really knows.

purpleorchids

09-02-2006, 11:20 PM

I totally agree that those sales people are sooo irritating! I was just looking on ebay - and there is one auction that someone has over 70+ of the actual coupons for sale!!! :mad: That just really pisses me off that these sales people are doing this.

cari2

09-03-2006, 04:40 AM

I bought something yesterday at Janie and Jack and the saleswoman was really nice. She asked if I shopped at Gymboree and gave me a COF coupon. She had a stack...

isaacsmommy

09-03-2006, 05:55 AM

Man I need to live near some of the gymborees you guys shop at!

jbenny75

09-03-2006, 07:49 AM

I was looking at Craigslist last night and there are posts all over it looking for COF coupons.

alienhost

09-03-2006, 07:56 AM

Speaking of COF on EbayDo you think Gymbo employees are also the ones selling NWT clothing on Ebay? I'm sure that is against company policy... :( not liking these employees so much....

ETA there is a 20% off coupon going for $10.50! And people selling the online COF codes as well - just the online code and not the paper coupon. I hope people realize you can find the online code places! It's insane!

DisneyGirl

09-03-2006, 11:09 AM

purpleorchids

09-03-2006, 01:38 PM

hope people realize you can find the online code places! I did notice a couple of listings which tell people not to buy the online code and gives the code with in the description so people don't buy them.

I do bet that the NWT clothing are some employees, especially the ones that sell them all the time

Here's the listing on the COF coupon off ebay. This def. has to be an employee to sell that many coupons. :mad: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=160025252775&ssPageName=STRK:MEWA:IT&ih=006

Janie and Jack also gives them out too...I wonder if they will still have any on Tues. Might just have to check that out.

jbenny75

09-03-2006, 05:51 PM

Does anyone know if they give out COF cards at Play and Music? We're signing up there next Tuesday. If not, I'm really tempted to buy one on Ebay. What's $3 to get one if you're buying a good amount of stuff? I know I could just buy online with the coupon code, but if they're out of sizes I need online, I'll need to hit the store to see if they have them, ya know? I could kick myself for forgetting to ask when I was there the other day.

DisneyGirl

09-03-2006, 06:33 PM

emschwar

09-03-2006, 07:01 PM

jki

09-03-2006, 10:06 PM

I've gone into Gymboree and told them I "forgot" my COF coupon and still got the discount. Of course, this is risky if there is something you REALLY want.

Also, you earn Gymbucks for Play and Music, so make sure you get yours!

jbenny75

09-04-2006, 06:36 AM

As far as I know they do give them out at the gymboree play groups..Also, i would not pay $3 for a coupon..keep looking on e-bay and maybe you can get them for >99 cents..I have seen them sell that cheap.

Yeah, one would thing that if someone has 67 coupons they def work for the company or know someone who does.

It is def. shady of them, but they know they have the Gymbo addicts in the palm of their hands! Maybe not, they only sold 4, it's now at 66, I think.

I'll wait to see if I get one at Play and Music. One of my friends is signing up with me and she's not into the Gymbo clothes. I'm kind of hoping that she gives me her Gymbuck and maybe her COF coupon, if we get them. If she does, I'll pass it on to one of you.

mel7dog

09-04-2006, 08:23 AM

That person selling 70 COF coupons must be a employee. I can't think of any other way a person could that many. They can't be allowed to do that either. It makes me mad! I practically want to report them or something. This whole thing is ridiculous! I say next time someone is refused a coupon in store, they ask a manager if it is acceptable for someone to be selling 70 of them online! :p

MrsCantDecide

09-04-2006, 12:38 PM

I asked about the COF coupon when I went on Thursday and the sales girl also looked at me like I was nuts and wondered where I heard about it. Then she told me it was only for people that she knew, but that I could get one if I signed up for the newsletter on-line.

So yeah, what's up with these sales people???

mel7dog

09-04-2006, 12:53 PM

My mom went today and asked about it after she bought a bunch of stuff. They told her only employees could hand out the coupons and that she was all out because she got 50 of them, but gave out 48 to her daughters pre-school class. At least this lady didn't look at my mom like she was an idiot!

DisneyGirl

09-04-2006, 03:27 PM

I swear these damn Sales people are nothing but jerks! I still want to know if they are only given 50 how many people "know" 50 that shop at gymboree. I mean get real.
When i worked for the Gap..they gave us a certain number to hand out to friend/family then the store had a bunch to hand out to customers that askes or that were regular shoppers at our store. So that crap that its only for the ones they know are BS-ing us, espcially when I see stacks of them sitting on the registar.

DisneyGirl

09-04-2006, 03:29 PM

jbenny75

09-04-2006, 05:31 PM

I am not kidding!!! Next year I am going to get a part time job there so none of use have to be without coupons or sale updates! Well thats if they are hiring..they may only hire people that know someone in the company or if your special enough..LOL LOL

LOL...yes, you probably have to be very special!

If they are going to play dumb, the least they could do is take the stack of coupons off of the register and hide them somewhere.

isaacsmommy

09-04-2006, 06:09 PM

The new lines come out tomarrow. I hope I like the boys line. I also went back to gymboree and janie and jack today and I finally got a COF coupon they had a stack on the counter at Janie and Jack (where you could just take one). I grabbed two (should've swiped more, but oh well) so I will give the extra one to anyone who still needs one. :)

ladybug

09-04-2006, 06:11 PM

I have been lurking in this thread as I have recently started buying DS some Gymboree outfits. However, after reading about these sales associates and their elitist attitudes is making me never want to shop there again! Maybe that's something the higher ups would want to know. I want to shop where my business is appreciated...not where they make you feel like you should be honored they let you shop there. :rolleyes:
I have noticed that the associates tend to be rather snotty. Seriously, I wonder if they are trained to be that way.

DisneyGirl

09-04-2006, 06:27 PM

Though the sales people are less than helpful and even less willing to give out freakin coupons I don't think you should stop shopping at your local gymboree as they may not be like that. I would give your gymboree a shot and see if you will have the same problem before completly crossing them off.

But, overall I know how you feel when you say you would rather shop where your business is appreciated...

DisneyGirl

09-04-2006, 06:29 PM

YEAH, a new line tomorrow! Can't wait to see more critters!:p :p

isaacsmommy

09-04-2006, 06:47 PM

According to Gymbohaven the boys line is going to be racoon/owl the girls is fox and newborn is squirrel/owl/beaver. The owl seems popular this year as old navy also has newborn owl clothes (and hedge hog).

isaacsmommy

09-05-2006, 04:13 AM

Since I'm up at the crack of dawn (with my 2 yr old) I decided to check out the new lines on line. I like a lot of the boys line and I love the beaver stuff in the newborn line (actully that is what ds #2 is going to be for halloween, from gymboree as well :rolleyes: ). I am going to be in so much trouble! :D I didn't really look at the girl lines much, but I saw one of the newborn girls had mushrooms. I personally wouldn't want mushrooms on my kids clothes, even if the clothes themselves are cute. Just not a fan of mushrooms, I guess.

December27JJB

09-05-2006, 05:34 AM

I have 2 (20% off) Gymboree coupons if anyone wants them please PM me. One per person please.

ETA The coupons have been given away.

jbenny75

09-05-2006, 07:31 AM

All of the new boy lines are cute, but I'm not crazy about them. And that's okay because I still want some stuff from Dig, Dig, Dig and pretty much all of Jr. Varsity (so glad it's a sale collection now!) and also Gone Campin'.

isaacsmommy

09-05-2006, 08:36 AM

Oh yeah I want some more from Jr Varsity too. Unfortunately I bought some of it already (full price :( ) I just couldn't wait, but I did get gymbucks. I actually didn't like Dig, Dig, Dig much but the one shirt I did like was gone the other day.

JAYLIN

09-05-2006, 08:51 AM

Not sure how I feel about the Baby Girl line. It's not as "crittery" as I thought it was going to be, which is good. But I don't know if I like the light purple colors. But the new newborn line I love. It's a shame there is not much of it. I'll have to see if I can squeeze my 23 month old into the 18-24 size. Might not be spending too much money this time....that's probably as good thing!

lee60657

09-05-2006, 09:21 AM

I just checked out the new line...I agree with Jaylin that it is not as "crittery" as I expected, but I am in no rush to go out and buy it. I am sort of indifferent to it. Oh well, there should be several new lines before redemption period, so hopefully I will find something to use my gymbucks on!

alienhost

09-05-2006, 07:25 PM

i just had to post that I found someone on Ebay selling their 20% off coupon code w/ a min. bid of $15.00...are they serious?

also if you buy something before COF starts can you get a price adjustment if you have the coupon and are w/in the adjustment period? Does the fine print say anything about no adjustments on prior purchases?

DisneyGirl

09-05-2006, 07:49 PM

DisneyGirl

09-05-2006, 08:04 PM

I am also not crazy about the new line. I don;t think I will be buying anything from the boys line this time. I may however buy one outfit for DD from the new line...but, not until it goes on sale.

ShelbyMay

09-05-2006, 08:14 PM

I'm new to this thread, but I was at Janie & Jack today and they had a big stack of COF coupons on the counter. I stuck some in my purse while the salesgirl was turned around wrapping my purchases. ;)

Each card actually has 2 coupons on it, so I have 7 extra coupons if anyone wants one. Just PM me your address.

alienhost

09-06-2006, 06:43 AM

Disney thanks for the fine print on COF. I'm always trying to get the best deal...:D

New Line Am I crazy but for the new Newborn stuff it looks like a lot of the 18-24 months is mostly sold out either that or not all items come in 18-24? :confused:

The critters are OK, I think I need to see it in person though.

DisneyGirl

09-06-2006, 07:03 AM

I have an extra COF friends coupon as well to give away.........

coupon is gone!

JAYLIN

09-06-2006, 07:05 AM

Wow the baby sale is running already online...thought it didn't start until tomorrow? Anyway, there are some really good deals. Some of the new stuff is almost 50% off plus the gymbucks...better deal than COF. So much for not spending any money, looks like I'll be hitting the mall today!

DisneyGirl

09-06-2006, 07:17 AM

Thanks JAYLIN thats all I needed to hear..the word sale!!

I guess I'll be going to check it out later today!

alienhost

09-06-2006, 07:20 AM

are you guys sure the stores will have the sale already? My Gymbo visa said specifically it started 9/7, is it possible it is only on-line? I should call the store...

DisneyGirl

09-06-2006, 07:24 AM

Alien: I was thinking about getting a gymbo visa...are the "perks" worth it?

alienhost

09-06-2006, 07:29 AM

disney: you get 5% off each purchase, automatically at the register. You get 1% rewards on non gymbo purchases which is issued as a Gymbo gift card once a year. I use it mainly for Gymbo purchases only b/c I have another rewards card. I think it is nice to get another 5% off - every bit helps! I think you can get a $10 enrollment bonus too.

I like it better than the Gap card b/c you don't have to use those $10 coupons all the time, instead you just get $ off your purchase.

DisneyGirl

09-06-2006, 07:35 AM

Alien thanks! I had thought about getting the Gymbo Visa , but I wasn't sure if it was worth it.
I use my gap card all the time and I don't mind the $10 rewards since i can use them at ON, Gap or banana. Though, it would be nice if they just grouped them together at the end of the years, so then I can really go shopping..LOL For 3 months i collect my gap rewards and had a total of 60 bucks to spend.

alienhost

09-06-2006, 08:03 AM

Disney - I do use the GAP card a lot but I sometimes find I get the $10 coupon and don't find anything I really like at ON or Gap and so I end up getting some boring thing. Also it annoys me if you return the item (and say bought $50 of stuff) they deduct part of the coupon too. Anyway enough GAP talk.

I called my store and they said the Baby Sale starts today (Wed) but the additional 20% coupon starts tomorrow. I have my cart loaded up to buy on-line so I can use the 20% off coupon that December27JJB so generously offered me, but I need to wait til midnight to check out I believe. DH is going to think I'm nuts. It's also a bummer that I still have to pay shipping since you can only use 1 code. :( Oh well what can you do?

I hope the sales lady is in the store when I go back to get my price adjustment since she denied knowing anything about a Baby Sale. :p

JAYLIN

09-06-2006, 08:17 AM

yep, I love my Gymbo visa. 5% off is another 5% off, I'll take what I can get and then in Nov then send you a gift card for the 1% of other purchases you accumulated throughout the year.

Okay, now what's up with this 20% off coupon??? What's it for and where'd ya get it from.....can you use it along with the baby sale?

isaacsmommy

09-06-2006, 09:23 AM

Also I posted this earlier, but I also have a COF coupon up for grabs. PM me if you want it.

ETA: Never mind about the 20% off coupon, I just went ahead and bought one off ebay.

JAYLIN

09-06-2006, 09:36 AM

thank goodness for ebay. I bought a 20% coupon for $10. Not bad, it's saving me $80...I'm loving that! This might be the best deals ever...as usual I ran my spreadsheet and I'm getting all the new lines for no less than 61% off, some of it is 72% off. This is factoring in the baby sale, the 20% off and selling my gymbucks on ebay for half their value.

Jeez, who ever would have thought that my accounting degree would come in handy shopping for my 2 year old's clothes!!!!!

DisneyGirl

09-06-2006, 11:30 AM

Jeez, who ever would have thought that my accounting degree would come in handy shopping for my 2 year old's clothes!!!!!

LOL!

DisneyGirl

09-06-2006, 11:33 AM

DAMN IT! I had a coupon for 20% off and my DH threw it away on me..DARN IT!
Oh well, guess i will not be buying anything this sale! DARN!

ANyone have a online code that may not be using it, becasue they will be shopping in store with teh coupon....

mel7dog

09-06-2006, 12:15 PM

I am an idiot!

I ordered a bunch of stuff from the racecra line last week for a total of $51, or course to earn my Gymbucks. Yesterday it arrived and the shoes are too small :( I don't have any stores near me (closest is an hour), but I NEED to get those shoes in size 3-4. Looks like I am going to have to order offline for a higher price and pay $5 shipping. :mad: But then what do I do about returning the old ones and still getting to keep my Gymbuck?! Can anyone help me? This stinks!

DisneyGirl

09-06-2006, 12:21 PM

Woops I thought you could exchange items that were bought online--what the hell ..i ahve never heard of a store that does not excpet mail exchanges..Weird

alienhost

09-06-2006, 12:22 PM

mel7dog I looked on the website and it doesn't look like Gymbo does exchanges on-line. You could just keep the too small shoes (need to to keep Gymbuck) and return it to the store without a receipt to get a store credit, but you would get the current selling price. OR return it w/ the receipt after you redeem your Gymbucks. I don't know what they do if you already redeemed your Gymbucks and want to return something older (you have 60 days to get your $ back, after that within 180 days you can get store credit). Maybe they would give you store credit, but that means you would have to go to a Gymboree store, are you heading that way at all?

DisneyGirl

09-06-2006, 12:24 PM

Good thing I don't ahve a lot to buy in the baby sale since my wonderful DH threw out my damn coupon. There are only 2 outfits in baby girl that i want to buy. Oh and it looks like i will be earning another gymbuck..GREAT!

I wish i had that darn coupon..I could have uses it in store or on line

alienhost

09-06-2006, 12:26 PM

Oh I went to the store to get a price adjustment on some stuff I bought last week that was included in the baby sale (I thought it would, that's why I bought it). I got like $27 back!

Anyway I didn't *love* the new lines, the newborn was OK but I didn't love the foxes....

alienhost

09-06-2006, 12:27 PM

Disney did you dig through the trash or did you have pick up already? Sorry your DH tossed the coupon out....

DisneyGirl

09-06-2006, 12:29 PM

mel7 That sux that you live an hr away from a gymboree..that should be illigal. Can you give the shoes to someone to have them exhange them for you? Or if you want you can send me the shoes and I will exchange them and mail them back to you..I live by 4 gymbo stores.

DisneyGirl

09-06-2006, 12:30 PM

garbage man came this morning at 5 AM..:(

DisneyGirl

09-06-2006, 12:32 PM

alien What r u buying from the baby sale? i can only find one outfit I like...

mel7dog

09-06-2006, 12:47 PM

Thanks for all your help ladies! I just called the store near (an hour) me, but they don't even have the size I need. I even called a bunch of stores near my mom and none of them have it either.
Disneygirl - I am thinking about how your officer would work. I wouldn't cost much to ship the shoes both ways because they are very light. I could mail them to you, and PP you the cost of shipping to send them back to me. I think that would still be cheaper than buying new ones AND more importantly I could keep the gymbucks. BUT I wonder if any of the stores near you even have the shoes in size 3-4. Oh man this is so complicated!

DisneyGirl

09-06-2006, 12:57 PM

mel7dog

09-06-2006, 01:53 PM

Mel Tell me what the shoes are..I will call the stores near me and I will if they have them put them on hold . Then if I find them ship the shoes out to me.

ETA: My DH works in another state and I am sure I will be able to find them as he works by 2 other gymborees.

They are the red leather boys shoes from the "start your engines" line. I need size 3-4. Here's a pic:
http://s7ondemand1.scene7.com/is/image/Gymboree/140012195?$240x305$
Let me know if you have any luck. THANK YOU so much for doing this :D

DisneyGirl

09-06-2006, 02:19 PM

MEL I PM'D you

littlebear

09-06-2006, 03:41 PM

Do you think Mix N Match, Well Loved and Creatures Great & Small will go on
sale during COF? I'm trying to figure out if it's cheaper to buy during the baby sale or to wait for COF for these. If they go on sale 20% during COF, then it might make sense to wait to get the 20+30% off during COF.

Marisa

09-06-2006, 04:02 PM

Oh, good grief. With this baby sale, half the stuff I had hanging out in my cart is now only $10. I feel compelled to hit "checkout" -- especially since it works out to $50.33 with my Visa discount and all -- can't get too much closer to $50, love that! The worst thing is that I have my Visa number saved in the site, so I don't even have to step away from the computer to find my wallet. They make it too easy.

I did say I was going to buy Joey some more long-sleeved shirts anyway. I also said I was going to wait until I redeemed the Gymbucks I already had... but I guess now I'll have even more to spend. What is my problem??

alienhost

09-06-2006, 07:11 PM

where is my cart? I signed in, added stuff, didn't check out and when I sign in again the cart is empty. The stuff isn't sold out since I refilled it and it's gone again. What am I doing wrong?

Disney I'm getting mostly gifts (we have something like 3-4 birthday parties this fall and need a few baby gifts). I am getting DD the Kitty Quilted coat from Mix and Match, I already bought her current size at the store but might get another in a larger size for next year. I also might get the flower print dress from Creatures Great and Small.

I'm a little hesitant to buy much, right now she has 12-18 month clothing that really is pretty big on her (pants are long), tops are OK. I was going to get 18-24 for late fall/winter but everything looked so huge! I'm just worried that she won't fit into 12-18 but 18-24 still will be too big. Ugg what to do?

ShelbyMay

09-06-2006, 08:03 PM

A couple of questions from a Gymboree newbie:

1) I ordered a few items online last week (and have yet to receive them). If they arrive before the baby sale ends, can I get a price adjustment in the store?

2) When does the baby sale end?

3) If I don't redeem my gymbucks during the October redemption period, can I save them to use during the next redemption period?

4) Can gymbucks be used on any merchandise, including sale/clearance items?

5) Are there ever sales during redemption periods?

Thanks -- I am still trying to figure all of this out!

(OT: Are there any deals like gymbucks at Janie & Jack? I heard they were affiliated with Gymboree.)

jbenny75

09-06-2006, 08:07 PM

I have a question, too-

Is there a limit to the number of Gymbucks that you can redeem at one time?

ShelbyMay

09-06-2006, 08:17 PM

Those who pm'ed me about COF coupons, I will mail them out tomorrow.

I still have 2 coupons available.

mel7dog

09-06-2006, 08:47 PM

ShelbyMay - Here's what I've learned so far...
1) I ordered a few items online last week (and have yet to receive them). If they arrive before the baby sale ends, can I get a price adjustment in the store?
I think the adjustment period is only 7 days

2) When does the baby sale end?
I don't think they have set an official date yet, waiting to see how much is sold

3) If I don't redeem my gymbucks during the October redemption period, can I save them to use during the next redemption period?
No, you have to use them during the redemption time. You could also sell them on ebay though!

4) Can gymbucks be used on any merchandise, including sale/clearance items?
Yes! I always use mine to buy sale stuff!
5) Are there ever sales during redemption periods?
I'm pretty sure there is no other sale, but still discounted clothes as usual

Is anyone not using their 20% off code for online and would like to give it to me? :D PM me please!

J&K2003

09-06-2006, 08:49 PM

Those who pm'ed me about COF coupons, I will mail them out tomorrow.

I still have 2 coupons available.

Thanks ShelbyMay!

Marisa

09-06-2006, 08:57 PM

ShelbyMay

09-06-2006, 09:06 PM

Coupons have been spoken for and will be mailed tomorrow!

ShelbyMay

09-06-2006, 09:10 PM

jbenny -- I was in Gymboree during the last redemption period, and there was a woman at the other register... I heard the cashier say to her, "I'm sorry, it won't let me redeem more than $600 worth of Gymbucks at once."

(You know what that means, of course... She had to spend over $1200 during earning time to get over $600 in Gymbucks... and then she had to spend another $1200+ to redeem all those Gymbucks!!!)

WOW... Maybe she resells them? :eek:

<Thinking out loud...> Maybe I could re-purchase my items during COF (if they are still available) with the 30% coupon/code and then return my original purchase with my original receipt...?

Can online purchases be returned in-store?

Marisa

09-06-2006, 09:14 PM

Online purchases can definitely be returned in-store -- I've done it. If you can re-purchase and save some money I don't see why not, but of course you'd surrender any of the original Gymbucks when you returned the original items.

alienhost

09-06-2006, 09:23 PM

A couple of questions from a Gymboree newbie:

1) I ordered a few items online last week (and have yet to receive them). If they arrive before the baby sale ends, can I get a price adjustment in the store?

If you are at risk for missing the 7 day adjustment period, I'd call them with your order # (even if you haven't received your order by mail) and request the adjustment. They are very strict about the 7 days.

2) When does the baby sale end?

Sept 14th

(OT: Are there any deals like gymbucks at Janie & Jack? I heard they were affiliated with Gymboree.)

I haven't seen the same type of program at J&J, they are part of the same parent company

ETA: like Marisa said, if you return your original order and rebuy you would surrender your Gymbucks but you would earn new ones based on your new purchase total if the purchase is made by Oct 1st. During COF days it is still a Gymbucks earning period. However, some stores I believe won't let you rebuy the stuff you just returned (i.e. they won't make those items available for immediate sale) so you need to make sure the sizes/styles you want are in stock. Or order on-line again, but you will have to pay shipping (can't combine free ship code and COF).

Best bet is to rebuy stuff first, then return items another day once you find everything.

alienhost

09-06-2006, 09:42 PM

I just noticed that you can't get a price adjustment in store for online purchases...and the thing about promotions (Gymbucks) not sure what that is about b/c I got a price adjustment for my STORE purchase in-store during Gymbucks but I forfeited the gymbuck (which was OK by me b/c I saved a ton)....

ETA: maybe they mean you can't get an adjustment to use your Gymbucks on stuff purchased just before redemption????

Price Adjustments

A one-time price adjustment will be permitted on any item within 7 days of initial purchase with original receipt. To receive a price adjustment for an online purchase, email us at orders@gymboree.com, contact customer service at 1-877-4-GYMWEB (1-877-449-6932), or send your entire packing slip to Gymboree Online Store, Attn: Price Adjustments, 2299 Kids Way, Dixon, CA 95620. Forms must be postmarked within 7 days of order date noted on the packing slip. A credit will be processed on the credit card used for the original purchase. Price adjustments will not be allowed on some orders that receive promotion discounts (e.g. Gymbucks). Online orders cannot receive price adjustments in our retail stores.

wagsgirl

09-06-2006, 09:44 PM

jbenny75

09-07-2006, 04:01 AM

WRT COF Coupons-I was in the store last week and bought some items for my DS. I asked about the COF coupon. If you are registered online and get their emails, you WILL get a coupon in email. You can print it and take it to the store. You don't need to get one in the store. Not sure if you guys realize that... :)

Gymbohaven's column mentioned this and I posted about it last week, I think. I don't know about anyone else, but they probably won't send out the email until the last minute and I'm not taking a chance on not having my coupon.:)

krbb

09-07-2006, 04:43 AM

Last time I got the COF email a couple days before it started.

DisneyGirl

09-07-2006, 05:28 AM

I received a coupon code for 20% off online but by the time I spend the shipping fee I would have only saved 3 bucks. So not worth it!

mel7dog

09-07-2006, 07:09 AM

I received a coupon code for 20% off online but by the time I spend the shipping fee I would have only saved 3 bucks. So not worth it!

If you don't need your online code, would you mind giving it to me? :) Afterall I can only shop online anyhow!

alienhost

09-07-2006, 06:38 PM

very little Gymbo discussion today, what gives? :D

I stayed up til midnight to put my order in to make sure stuff didn't sell out. DH thinks I'm a complete FREAK! :D

isaacsmommy

09-07-2006, 08:03 PM

I went to gymbo tonight and put a bunch of stuff on hold. I told the sales lady I forgot my 20% off coupon in actuality I just haven't got it in the mail yet (broke down and bought one off ebay), but I didn't want the stuff to sell out in the sizes I need. I am so bad :p .

On another note the sales lady I talked to was really nice. We chatted for a bit. I mentioned something about the striped zip sweater already being sold out online and she said that a lot of it is people buying it and selling on ebay and how she thought that was so sucky of people. I guess I know she isn't one of the ones selling COF coupons. She even said that if for some reason I can't come tomarrow just to call and they'll keep my stuff, which is nice since before I have had sales people act annoyed about holding stuff. Anyways just thought I would add a positive experience with a gymbo sales person since we seem to have been running into some not so good ones lately.

jbenny75

09-08-2006, 07:07 AM

I'm just itching waiting for the COF sale. I'm afraid the stuff I want will be sold out by then.

JAYLIN

09-08-2006, 10:06 AM

jbenny75, what stuff do you want? Have you check the prices with the baby sale? Alot of the thing are more than 30% off now, so it's a better deal than the cof coupon.

I placed my order last night...I can't wait to get it all. I can't believe how cheap I got everything for. I think the biggest deals are the coats/hoodies that are normally $39.50. They are $20 during the baby sale and then I had another 20% off. I got the highland suede jacket for only $15. I love the baby sales!

DisneyGirl

09-08-2006, 11:05 AM

How many times a year do they do the Baby sale?

jbenny75

09-08-2006, 11:46 AM

isaacsmommy

09-08-2006, 12:11 PM

Darn my baby sale coupon didn't come today! Hopefully it will come tomarrow or they most likely won't keep my stuff on hold. The only problem is if it comes tomarrow my dh will 1) know I am going to buy more clothes 2) probably guess it was premeditated enough that I actually bought a coupon off ebay :p :D . Oh well, the kids NEED more clothes and since I do the shopping I get to decide where I get them and how much I spend ;) .

ladybug

09-08-2006, 12:39 PM

jbenny75, what stuff do you want? Have you check the prices with the baby sale? Alot of the thing are more than 30% off now, so it's a better deal than the cof coupon.

I was wondering about this since all the items I want are baby items and now on sale. I don't have a 20% coupon (darnit :( ) but will have a COF coupon. So are we assuming that most of these things will go back to FULL price after the baby sale? Won't some lines already be discounted before the COF is applied? Specifically I want to buy some of the elephant line, owl and beaver jammies and a couple of things in the dog and bear lines. I figure if they are even 20% off after the baby sale is over, the 30% in addition will make it well worth it.

What do you ladies think? Do I buy now.......or wait??:confused:

jbenny75

09-08-2006, 02:23 PM

Link to printable COF coupon!!

Edited to remove incorrect coupon code. :(

purpleorchids

09-08-2006, 02:38 PM

jbenny75 - the printable gymboree coupon that you linked to expired last year.

krbb

09-08-2006, 02:59 PM

How many times a year do they do the Baby sale?

I am thinking twice a year. I know they had one back in February.

jbenny75

09-08-2006, 04:25 PM

jbenny75 - the printable gymboree coupon that you linked to expired last year.

Sorry everyone! This is the link that was sent to me in the Gymbohaven Column today. I guess she made a mistake...I didn't even notice because I was so excited to share it. Thanks for catching that.

Jen309

09-08-2006, 09:47 PM

-sigh- So you all have turned me in to a Gymbo addict. For days, I figured out the best possible deals after scouring this page and gymbo haven and the gymbo site... Got all excited about the baby sale, tried to figure out how to coax a COF coupon... :rolleyes:

So I go to my Gymbo to stock up on baby sale items... This all started with the stupid $30 elephant sweater mind you (I've bought the thing 3 times, returned it twice due to new sales)- And because of the new lines, the Creatures big and small line (boy version) has been relegated to 2 of 4 sides of a small stand on the girl side of the store. I was also hoping to pick up some of the Gone Campin' line (see me now, quoting lines like a champ!), but it seems to have disappeared completely, taken over by a rack of halloween costumes. Ugh! Of course they didn't have anything in the sizes I needed (because there were like 3 of each item except the ugly ones) and I had a throbbing headache. So, I headed out of the dumb store (which required a special trip to the hood-rat occupied mall) and went home and proceeded to order waaaayyyy too much stuff because they make it so easy online. Had to get the gymbucks, you know!:rolleyes:

Ah, what am I going to do? Oh yeah, have the best dressed kid in town, that's what. I keep telling DH all these clothes are for upcoming pictures. If only he knew. And I haven't even mentioned how I'm going crazy on Ebay. Stupid me for looking at all the past lines at Gymbohaven. I guess ignorance is bliss, or at least, cheaper!

(Of course this is all meant to be tounge-in-cheek... :) I'm really just suffering a little Gymbo-remorse :o Ok, maybe not!)

jbenny75

09-08-2006, 11:43 PM

The same thing has happened to me. It started with a simple 20% off coupon in the mail. Then I hit Ebay, too, and that is pure evil. I've been able to convince DH of the quality of the stuff and that boy clothes are ugly everywhere else. He really came over to the dark side when I brought home the Start Your Engines stuff and won some Big Wheelin' (monster trucks w/ flames) on Ebay. Prior to that, he complained about DS's clothing being all puppies and teddy bears. He still thinks I spend too much money on it, but I've also convinced him that w/ watching sales I can get it for no more than I would pay for stuff anywhere else. He's coming around.

alienhost

09-09-2006, 08:10 AM

Jen309 welcome to the cult called Gymboree! :D

ladybug

09-09-2006, 12:14 PM

Ok...you've got me too (throwing my hands up :) )!

I know I said I was irritated by the whole coupon conspiracy....but after going there today I just couldn't get over how cute a lot of the stuff is. Spent $59 today and got the elephant sweater, cap, a pair of doggie pjs, the owl hoodie and matching socks. And....will be going back for the COF sale....if not sooner, as I still want to buy more gymmies, hoodies, sweaters..... ;)

wildcat

09-09-2006, 05:47 PM

I've been a gymbo addict for about 1.5 years now, about 6 months before DD was born!;) I turned my mom into one once DD was born! So, lucky for me, she buys most of DD's wardrobe! However, I still splurge a couple times of year and today was one of those days! I believe my total was $225!:D I just LOVE the new lavendar line, Autumn Highlands. I do believe that I bought one of almost everything!

isaacsmommy

09-10-2006, 08:43 AM

Okay I have a quick question, I haven't really ever bought my older son many of gymbos body suits, but do they tend to run on the small side or true to size?
My ds#2 is will be 2 mths on the 17th. He currently wears 0-3 mths in other brands, but he is starting to fill them out pretty well. So I bought him some 3-6 mths from gymbo, but I tried the body suit on and it doesn't seem like there is all that much room in it. I am debating going back and exchanging it for a 6-12 mth, but am afraid that will be huge. The jacket and sweater fit him big still in a 3-6 so those should be fine for fall/winter.

mel7dog

09-10-2006, 10:01 AM

Does the baby sale and COF overlap on one day the 14th? Cause that would be great :)

wildcat

09-10-2006, 10:13 AM

According to gymbohaven, COF starts 9/16:(, I was hoping they overlapped too!

isaacsmommy

09-10-2006, 10:59 AM

I am pretty sure that they don't overlap. :( If they do though I will be so ticked since I just bought some stuff since I had the extra 20% off coupon.

Which reminds me I still have the online code for the extra 20% off stored in my email if anyone wants it, just pm me.

Jen309

09-10-2006, 01:26 PM

He still thinks I spend too much money on it, but I've also convinced him that w/ watching sales I can get it for no more than I would pay for stuff anywhere else. He's coming around.

I'm trying this, but it's slow to convince DH b/c I've gotten almost everything for Matt on sale, usually mega-clearance. (I just cleaned up at Toys R Us; got $70 bucks worth of clothes... Didn't pay more than $3 per item... whole packs of Carter's onesies for $5!!). But now I'm trying for the 'quality' route. I'm also trying to convince him of resale value, but that's really just to justify my new ebay habit. ;) :o

Good idea about introducing mothers... my MIL is a shop-a-holic; hmmm *looking for devil smiley with horns!*

ShelbyMay

09-10-2006, 01:27 PM

Is the online code (20%) a one-time use code?

isaacsmommy

09-10-2006, 02:56 PM

ShelbyMay- yep the 20% codes are unique. I already gave mine away, sorry :( .

I went back and exchanged the 3-6 mth body suit for 6-12. The lady at the store said for some reasoon they had problems with that shirt running small. Good thing I tried it on cause I'd be soooo upset if it didn't fit in a couple months.

jbenny75

09-10-2006, 04:13 PM

I have heard that their onesies run small. I just bought one in the 6-12 size. DS is 14 lbs. 3 oz. and 3 months old. It is a little big, but wearable on him. I'd like to get the Jr. Varsity bibs and onesies for him for winter and I'm thinking I should get the 12-18 months size.

wildcat

09-10-2006, 05:21 PM

Gymboree has actually always ran a bit big on DD. She's definitely petite (11.5 months and 18ish pounds), 6-12 month onsies are starting to get a bit small, but the pants are JUST NOW fitting good. I've gone ahead and bought 12-18 shirts and pants for winter for the most part, but we've bought 6-12 pants for the stuff we want her to wear in the next few months. All I can do is cross my fingers they fit soon!

isaacsmommy

09-10-2006, 05:43 PM

Yeah the sales ladies siad most of the time things can be worn a bit longer than the measurments say (height/wieght), but just this particualr shirt was small. :confused: With the way this boy is growing I am almost afraid to buy him stuff from gymbo since he may outgrow them really quickly. DS #1 was always in the appropriate size for his age and usually I could even get a couple extra months out of clothes (ie he could still wear 3-6 at 8 mos, but could also wear 6-12).

isaacsmommy

09-10-2006, 05:52 PM

Okay so I will post some pics of all that I have bought during gymbucks so far (not that anyone here probably hasn't seen it all already, but I feel like it):

DS #1 (he is 2)

Start your engines:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v419/isaac7704/69496faa.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v419/isaac7704/fcc1e589.jpg

Jr varsity:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v419/isaac7704/d47513f5.jpg

(I also got the hat, and there is some more I want still)

Woodland trails:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v419/isaac7704/clothes014.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v419/isaac7704/clothes015.jpg

isaacsmommy

09-10-2006, 05:54 PM

For DS #2

Creatures Great and Small:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v419/isaac7704/clothes011.jpg

Outdoor Whimsy:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v419/isaac7704/clothes012.jpg

Flying Lessons:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v419/isaac7704/2f3476b3.jpg

I just realized I did buy a bunch of orange, but my boys tend to look good in orange because of their coloring.

Wrighty26

09-10-2006, 06:07 PM

*subscribing*

I went to Gymboree for the first time ever today and spent way too much money. I had to take advantage of that sale-- and I saved more than $30, so I believe it's justified :) At least that's what I keep telling myself! Since they've hooked me with the gymbucks-- I'll be back next month too! :rolleyes:

isaacsmommy

09-10-2006, 06:10 PM

Welcome to the club Wrighty26! I managed to avoid the addiction until my first son was almost 1, but now I have two to buy for and I think I'm completely a hooked and sunk! :D

DisneyGirl

09-10-2006, 06:56 PM

Welcome to our New Gymbo addicts...This is a thread were you will spend lots of money..HEHEHEHE ;)

ebsbenhart7

09-10-2006, 08:56 PM

jbenny75

09-11-2006, 03:13 AM

isaacsmommy Wow! You must have a lot of Gymbucks!:D You'll have a lot of fun in October! I have my eye on that second STYE outfit and the Tiny Tigers outfit- I've been drooling over that forever! I think I'm going to try to pick up both during COF.

JenniferEC

09-11-2006, 04:38 AM

I was wondering if anyone has been to a Gymboree outlet store. They have one by me (a little ways away) and I have been wondering if they are worth the trip?
Can you use all the gymbucks and coupons there?
Anyone know?
The one by us had a lot of clothes but it was all stuff from older lines. From what I understand they make clothes specifically for the outlet stores that go with the older lines so they are a little different. They had some deals, but for the most part I didn't think the outlet store was much cheaper. Not sure if you can use coupons or gymbucks there.

emschwar

09-11-2006, 05:22 AM

You can't use gymbucks at the outlet. Not sure about coupons.

Personally, I wasn't impressed with the outlet. They've got just about the same clothes gymbo had last year, and the discount is only 20%. Not worth it, IMO.

alienhost

09-11-2006, 07:38 AM

yippe my Gymbo package is with UPS for delivery today....stalking the UPS guy!!!!! :)

isaacsmommy

09-11-2006, 08:06 AM

jbenny75 yeah I went a bit overboard this time! Sadly there are still a lot of things I want that I am saving for redemption, oh and I still have a COF coupon to use.

Which reminds me I still have an extra COF coupon if anyone hasn't gotten one yet.

wildcat

09-11-2006, 08:17 AM

I haven't gotten one!!!! How did you get it??

isaacsmommy

09-11-2006, 08:23 AM

I got it at Janie and Jack they had them on the counter, I grabbed two (should have taken more, but didn't want ita to be noticable.

PM me your address and I'll mail it to you, if you want.

DisneyGirl

09-11-2006, 10:42 AM

My Gymbo package should be here soon too!! YIPPIE, I love getting mail.

jbenny75

09-11-2006, 11:29 AM

We went to Gymboree Play and Music today and our class was cancelled b/c there weren't any other babies.:( I'm bummed...we were watching the older kids and it looked like so much fun. No Gymbucks for signing up either!

QPDoll

09-11-2006, 11:56 AM

alienhost

09-11-2006, 12:05 PM

QPDoll based on my quick calculations you save about $15 more w. the baby sale (for two of each item). The only item that is less during COF is the $12.50 item.

BUT if the lines are on sale during COF (like 20%) you would save $12 by going the COF route.

my package arrived I think stuff needs to be returned or exchanged, the sizes I got are too big in a few things. The 12-18 month pants are falling off her and she is 16 months. It looks doubtful that the pants will even be OK in a few months. Not sure what to do...:(

ladybug

09-11-2006, 12:17 PM

Which is the better way to go:

BABY SALE
regular price / Baby Sale price
$30.00 / 20.00
$16.50 / 10.00
$12.50 / 10.00
$38.00 / 20.00

or Circle of friends when it starts? (remember ,I need 2 of everything)

I spoke with a Gymboree associate about this on Sunday...which would be the better deal and she led me to believe that the newer lines that have things on sale during the baby sale will be going back to full price for COF. But anything discounted prior to the baby sale would probably be a better deal with COF. Not sure if what I just wrote makes any sense but that is what she said. I bought a lot of things now that were regularly $39.50 and $19.50 and on sale for $20 and $10 respectively because that is how she "advised" me.

wagsgirl

09-11-2006, 12:42 PM

I went to the store yesterday and picked up a few things for my DS during the baby sale. I asked how long the baby sale was going since I have my ultrasound on Thursday. (We won't be finding out the sex, so I don't know what made me ask, I just was wondering) She said Thursday. When I went to check out, she said, I'll give you a COF coupon, just in case you don't make it back on Thursday...SO. Now that the story has gotten long, I have an extra COF coupon if anyone would like it. PM me your address and I'll get it right out :)

The COF coupon is gone...

QPDoll

09-11-2006, 02:26 PM

Well, in the end, I guess it doesn't matter which is a better deal for me, baby sale or COF. I do my paperwork tomorrow night and after that I get 40% off as employee discount. Just working a few hours here and there to get out of the house and to get the discount.

I stopped in to check on a specific sweater today and all of a sudden, Nate, my younger twin starts screaming. He spilled his sippy cup all over himself. So, I had to buy a new shirt. Screaming stopped. LOL I told my DH, "I was FORCED to buy more Gymboree". LMAO

jbenny75

09-12-2006, 07:49 AM

isaacsmommy

09-12-2006, 07:55 AM

I do that jbenny75 :D . I would print it out because last time I went I had a hard time remembering what I planned to get.

I am so mad at myself for not buying any of the well loved boys line a while ago. My store and online were out of the thing I wanted when I went shopping, so I guess no cute puppy overalls or hat for my little guy, unless I hit ebay of course.

wildcat

09-12-2006, 11:25 AM

isaacsmommy - Just saw your msg and PM'd you if it's not already gone!

jbenny - - that's EXACTLY how I shop..the ladies at gymboree have kinda laughed at it before but then said it was a good idea! The only thing you have to be careful about is if the item sells out online before you print, it'll disappear!

Littlelamb11

09-12-2006, 11:44 AM

Does anyone else do this or am I the only one? I've started using the shopping cart on Gymboree.com as my shopping list. I know what I want to spend this weekend at COF, so I've loaded everything up and calculated the cost with 30% off. I might even print it out and take it with me so I don't forget anything.:rolleyes:

I do, but I only buy online now. I'm surrounded by gymbo stores but with 2 kids, i just don't have the time. I keep my cart loaded though so then the night the sale starts, i can make minor adjustments and then just submit my order. I used to try to bring the online print-out with me but I found it really only works if you're shopping in a Tier 1 store where they carry every piece from the line. Our Tier 1 is WAY too crazy the first morning of the sales so it's just easier for me to order online.

Jen309

09-12-2006, 12:05 PM

Will someone please explain the tier 1,2,3 etc. thing to me? I've never worked retail, so I don't know if it's a retail thing or a gymbo thing. I assume tier one is a bigger store and so on down the line, but IDK for sure.

DisneyGirl

09-12-2006, 02:59 PM

Yes a tier 1, 2 & 3 is used in all retail stores that i know of anyway.
A tier 1 store carries every item in the line and the store is called a tier 1 because they have the highest volume of sales thus they get all the pieces in each line.

A tier 2 & 3 are a smaller store that only caries a few pieces from each line. I don't know how they decied which peices out of each line they get though.

jbenny75

09-12-2006, 04:29 PM

Is there a way to find out which stores are Tier 1,2 or 3?

alisong

09-12-2006, 04:38 PM

Is there a way to find out which stores are Tier 1,2 or 3?There's a list on gymbohaven - click on the "store listings" link on the left hand side.

isaacsmommy

09-13-2006, 05:07 AM

Here is a printable COF:

COF coupon (http://recp.rm05.net/servlet/MailView?m=284196&r=MTY5OTc3NjQ0MAS2&j=Njc3ODUyMTkgS0)

chefker

09-13-2006, 05:27 AM

So it sounds like the Baby sale ends before COF starts? It would be GREAT if I could take advantage of both, but that sounds too good to be true! ;)

I was at Gymboree last night and bought a TON of stuff. I recently got a (very small, after taxes were taken out) cash performance award at work. I spent almost ALL of it at Gymboree last night! But I got $50 in Gymbucks, which is cool. That'll go a long way toward buying some cooler weather clothing for DS!

I won't post everything I bought last night--would take up way too much room! But I am in LOVE with the new Woodland Trails (http://www.gymboree.com/shop/dept_category.jsp?FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=3563593&bmUID=1158150310126) line. I am definitely going to get some of this stuff, but I wonder if I'll get the better deal with the Baby sale, or with COF. Off to do some calculations...

alienhost

09-13-2006, 07:52 AM

Gymbucks Question

Did we ever determine what happens if you REDEEM your Gymbucks and RETURN the items on the receipt where you earned gymbucks AFTER redemption? Since you spent it they can't take it away, what happens?

Just curious....I have a few things that I'm on the fence about keeping and I was going to hold on to them for a bit and decide later as we get more into fall since you have 60 days to return. But redemption is before the 60 days is up....TIA!

lee60657

09-13-2006, 08:03 AM

alienhost So funny you asked this, b/c I just dealt with this yesterday. Last Gymbucks earning period, I bought DD the cherry overalls (plus several other items) at full price. I earned several gymbucks with that purchase. I then redeemed the gymbucks earned from the cherry purchase. This past weekend I tried the overalls on and they were huge on DD. I decided that since they did not fit yet and were more for warmer weather, that I would return them. So yesterday I brought them to my local Gymboree (tags still on w/ receipt) to see what happened when I tried to return them. Well, first the girl said ooooh you earned gymbucks on this purchase- where are they? I said I redeemed them. She said oh, ok. Then proceeded to refund the full amount to my credit card :) So that was my experience - there was no hassle at all.

alienhost

09-13-2006, 08:26 AM

lee60657 thanks, I hope my store is that nice should the need arise!

Interesting Article I thought some of you might enjoy this article...

http://money.cnn.com/2005/07/20/pf/shopper_0508/index.htm

Sophia

09-13-2006, 08:31 AM

There's a list on gymbohaven - click on the "store listings" link on the left hand side.

My store isn't even listed.:rolleyes:

lee60657

09-13-2006, 08:38 AM

alien Wow...that is quite an article. I am pretty much speechless. I mean, lots of people joke about being a "Gymbo addict", but clearly it can get serious!

Wrighty26

09-13-2006, 09:45 AM

Holy cow! That is a serious addiction-- but I could almost see that happening to me, especially with the constant sales and gymbucks. It's really a vicious circle!

Sophia

09-13-2006, 09:47 AM

That article was crazy! I can't imagine buying that many clothes and not realizing you have a problem. Even if you can afford it, the kid would never wear everything before outgrowing it. Nuts.

Franni

09-13-2006, 10:07 AM

It's an easy problem to slip into. A lot of people (especially online shoppers) don't think of plastic as real money. They become mindless shoppers. I love watching a personal finance show (Suze Orman) and every single week there is someone calling her about being buried in credit card debt, this debt and that debt. I hear it from people that I work with.

The debt problem is a real issue. Most problem think that as long as there is space in their credit card, they could afford it. But that is so not true.

solongtogo

09-13-2006, 10:59 AM

Wow...that lady must be a real brand name wh0re, because half of gymbos stuff isin't even cute.

jrdhbunny

09-13-2006, 11:51 AM

What a crazy article! I can see how it could so easily happen though- I have to be really careful to restrain myself, especially on eBay. Even though the purchases aren't expensive by themselves, they really add up after a while once you tack on shipping. Gymboree is particularly problematic because each line has so many pieces and you sometimes feel like you HAVE to have all of them.

meaneygal

09-13-2006, 07:43 PM

i'm about to make my first gymboree purchase and was wondering...

do you ladies find their sizes run big or small? if i follow the weight range they give should i be ok? is their sizing comparable to old navy or gap clothes? any guidance would help - i'd hate to order a bunch of stuff just to have it not fit.

thanks.

Marisa

09-13-2006, 08:33 PM

In most cases I think Gymbo runs a little big. My son is 2 1/2 and above the weight range for 18-24m, but many items have still fit him through the summer (shorts and t-shirts in particular; he's too tall for the pants and his arms stick out of the long sleeves).

isaacsmommy

09-14-2006, 05:13 AM

I'd say a bit big, but I would try everything on after you get home because I just had to take back a bodysuit (from creatures great and small) because it was small. Even the sales lady acknowleged that the one shirt I had ran small for some reason.

solongtogo

09-14-2006, 06:33 AM

I am wicked excited for this sale this weekend. I cannot wait to get my hands on that darn pink kitty cat coat! I am such a dweeb.

Sophia

09-14-2006, 06:54 AM

I'm having squirrel obsession myself.

alienhost

09-14-2006, 06:56 AM

I am wicked excited for this sale this weekend. I cannot wait to get my hands on that darn pink kitty cat coat! I am such a dweeb.

The coat is super cute, DD has already worn it twice in the late afternoon when it's been cooler. I love it! I'm glad I picked it up during the Baby Sale b/c it is sold out on-line. BTW I think it is a better deal during the Baby Sale (it was $20 vs $39.50). You might want to check your store today (Thursday last day of the Baby Sale).

jeggink

09-14-2006, 07:00 AM

LOL about the squirrel. Everytime I see that word now I think of the new Willy Wonka movie with Johnny Depp, "Daddy, I WANT a squirrel", LOL. Sorry, back to Gymboree now :D.

Sophia

09-14-2006, 07:07 AM

Yes, I am Veruca. :p

jbenny75

09-14-2006, 07:46 AM

I am wicked excited for this sale this weekend. I cannot wait to get my hands on that darn pink kitty cat coat! I am such a dweeb.

You are not alone! I'll probably be waiting outside when the mall opens tomm. morning.:rolleyes: I'll be running directly to the Jr. Varsity line to grab up the Tiny Tigers outfit.

solongtogo

09-14-2006, 07:53 AM

Well I spoke too soon...gymbo is out online of the kitty coat, and my store is a tier 3 and dosen't have the size in. Shat.

I think to console myself I'll have to buy her the kitty shirt AND the kitty backpack.

*whine*

alienhost

09-14-2006, 11:40 AM

Ugg I'm so fed up with the b!itchy sales lady at Gymbo. Today I went to return a few things I purchased on-line. I had my receipt, but left the Gymbuck at home b/c I knew the return didn't impact it. This was the dialog:

Saleslady: "Where is your Gymbuck?"
Me: "Oh it's at home, my return doesn't impact the earning of the Gymbuck"
SL: "Just so you know it MUST be attached to your receipt at redemption"
Me: "I'm aware of that but they don't actually staple it to the on-line receipt so I left it in the envelope it came in"
SL: "Well it must be attached"
Me: "Since I'm not actually redeeming it today I didn't think it would be a problem"

finally she shut up...

She was so snippy. I see her all the time, the past month I must have been in there 3-4 times. She was the one that "didn't know about the baby sale" when I asked about it a few days before it started.

solongtogo

09-14-2006, 03:21 PM

SCORE!

Thanks to Sophia for finding the auction on ebay, I'm now the owner of a pink kitty coat for DD!!! WWOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!

Sophia

09-14-2006, 03:22 PM

Yay!!! :D

DisneyGirl

09-14-2006, 03:55 PM

Alien I know some of the sales ladies are just so damn annoying and they make a big deal out of such stupid crap.

When is the new line due out??

jbemommy

09-14-2006, 04:35 PM

alienhost That's just silly of her, the online receipt has the GB number/PIN and barcode, so the GB is really just a piece of unnecessary paper anymore.
ETA: new line is scheduled for last week of Sept. although it's been delayed a week getting to the SF test store, so may not be till 1st week of October.

mel7dog

09-14-2006, 04:40 PM

I finally got to actually step into a Gymbo store today since we are on visiting my parents. The sales woman was so snippy to us :( She just kept looking at us like "you're not even going to buy anything" and I wanted to say "obviously I am just preparing for the sale tomorrow!" Blah. I think ordering online is just easier!

Returns and Gymbucks
A sales woman told my mom last week that you can keep your Gymbucks as long as you buy something else to replace what you are returning. Has anyone actually done this? This is our plan for tomorrow. Return some of Start your Engines since we bought about 75% of it (:o ) and buy some Jr. Varsity.

DisneyGirl

09-14-2006, 07:01 PM

Returns and Gymbucks
A sales woman told my mom last week that you can keep your Gymbucks as long as you buy something else to replace what you are returning. Has anyone actually done this? This is our plan for tomorrow. Return some of Start your Engines since we bought about 75% of it (:o ) and buy some Jr. Varsity.

Here at My Gymbo store if I return something after gymbuck earning time period I will loss the gymbuck even if I were to buy something else in its place. Not sure if thats true or I just got a snippy sales lady or a slaes lady that had no clue what the heck she was doing.

jbenny75

09-14-2006, 07:02 PM

Do they go on a search for snooty sales people or what? Who was it in this thread that is working there part-time? You'll have to let us know if they give you training on that!:)

I might have posted it before, but my first time in Gymboree, I went in with a 20% off coupon that I had gotten in the mail. I picked up the Baby Boy sneakers (the blue ones that are out right now-they are so freakin' cute), but since I was only getting one thing, I guess it was obvious I was only there for the coupon. The salesgirls were very chatty with the woman in front of me at the register (who was buying a bunch of stuff) and offered her different things (like the Gymbo Visa and an entry in the Wardrobe for a Year contest) that they didn't offer to me. I def. felt a "oh, she's only a coupon shopper" vibe. They were much friendlier (same girls) the second time I was back during the Labor Day sale and bought a bunch of stuff. :rolleyes:

isaacsmommy

09-14-2006, 07:18 PM

You should be fine Mel7dog since it is still during the earning period, if it wasn't I have no clue what they would do.

I put some stuff on hold tonight for tomarrow (pretty much all from Jr Varsity). I originally thought I would only get 3 more things from the line, but I think I put about 6 on hold.:rolleyes: I might not get it all though. If I do get it all I think ds will have about 2/3 of the line. I had to restrain myself from getting the backback and socks (he doesn't need the socks- his shoes will cover them). What is the address for that lady's gymbo addict recovery site? I think I may need it. Though I have decided that after redemption I will try not to buy much, especially since right now the excuse I am giving myself is that both ds's need a fall/winter wardrobe. So I'll try to behave (until springtime of course ;) ).

ETA: Jbenny I definately used to get that vibe, but now that I have been there tons the last couple months (a spent quite a bit) the sales ladies are super friendly and a few pretty much know me now. Oh and I got the blue sneakers too, so cute :).

petdoc08

09-14-2006, 07:30 PM

I def. felt a "oh, she's only a coupon shopper" vibe. They were much friendlier (same girls) the second time I was back during the Labor Day sale and bought a bunch of stuff. :rolleyes:

I had to pop in to say I get this vibe frequently at both my gymborees. Gymboree is as upscale as baby clothes get here in Des Moines, Iowa and they sure like to act like they are something special :rolleyes: Don't get me wrong I LOVE thier clothes, but its not Armani for babies. My parents took my DD on a shopping spree at gymbo this weekend and my dad tried to check out before I did. I made him stop so we could make sure we qualified for as many gymbucks as possible. The sales ladies eyes rolled sooooo far back into her head I thought they may get stuck!

But sales ladies aside I love thier clothes. I went nuts :hahaha: and bought the entire squirrel baby line and the kitty coat :D Grandma and Grandpa are now addicted. Good thing cause I could easily end up like the woman in that article. ;)

DisneyGirl

09-14-2006, 07:31 PM

not sure if i will be buying anything with my COF coupon since my kids have way way to much stuff and last season i over bought and they never wore half the stuff so it was a waist of money. I may however look to see if I can buy some sale pieces.

DisneyGirl

09-14-2006, 07:35 PM

I am starting to feel "left out"(hehehehe) because i didn't buy the kitty coat for my DD. :)

jbenny75

09-15-2006, 06:59 AM

Oh and I got the blue sneakers too, so cute

I think they are my favorite thing that I have ever bought for DS. I'm thinking of getting them in a bigger size for when he outgrows his current pair.

I might need the Gymbo Addict recovery site, too. I'm about to go get ready to go to the mall and I'm SO excited that I just can't get there fast enough.

alienhost

09-15-2006, 07:04 AM

COF well like I suspected all the stuff from the Baby Sale is now back to full price so I probably won't be buying anything during COF since the sale rack was pretty measly.

Kitty Coat it is back online, but only in 18-24 months if anyone needs it, but it is $39.50 less 30% w/ COF. I wonder if they took it off the site during the baby sale b/c it was such a good buy at $20 or $16 w/ the 20% coupon.

solongtogo

09-15-2006, 07:18 AM

ebay has the coat too, a lot of different sizes now, most listings are cheaper than that 39.50. I got mine for 21 bucks!

so if we use our cof coupon, we can purchase from the sales rack too?

isaacsmommy

09-15-2006, 07:36 AM

Yep, cof is good on sale stuff too. That is why I am buying some Jr Varsity stuff, I don't think some of it will be there come redemption time.

Sophia

09-15-2006, 09:39 AM

The Gymbo site is slow as molasses. *sigh*

wildcat

09-15-2006, 12:31 PM

Ok girls, I think I have to have DH lock me in the house to keep me away from Gymboree!! I spent $200 last weekend on the baby sale (didn't have the 20% coupon, didn't realize we could get it on ebay, but now I know!). Then there'a a Gymboree literally 1 mile from my office. So, I went Wednesday over lunch, bc I just HAD to have these overralls for DD...

http://s7ondemand1.scene7.com/is/image/Gymboree/140012680?$240x305$

I also got the onsie to go with it and decided that DD MUST have the hoodie sweater that I love, even if we don't have anything else from that line (WHAT? there's a line that we don't own something from??;))

http://s7ondemand1.scene7.com/is/image/Gymboree/140013118?$240x305$

(and when I just went to gymboree to find the image - I couldn't find it bc I "knew" i was halfway down on the left side...but it had moved...sick that I know that...need to stop looking at gymboree's site 10x's a day!).

Anyway, that was another $50 and another gymbuck. THEN, I put another $90 of stuff on hold for today! Seriously, $360 in 1 week is too much. I need to stop. I didn't go pick up the stuff today bc DD really doesn't need it. It's so hard to pass up good sales though!!!

disneygirl - I didn't get the pink kitty coat either! It's cute, but I wasn't in love with it.;)

jbenny75

09-15-2006, 12:53 PM

My store was cleaned out of Jr. Varsity. I got a few things, but not the ones I wanted most. :( They're gone online, too. Ebay here I come.

When things are sold out online, do they ever get more or is that it?

mel7dog

09-15-2006, 01:06 PM

For some reason my store had everything in our size in Jr. Varisty! I was very happy after I saw how much was gone offline. Today we bought both onsies, the hat, the soft shoes, the warm up pants, hoodie sweatshirt, and the one piece :D I still want the socks so I may try another store. I keep taking the clothes out and looking at them I am so excited!

alienhost

09-15-2006, 01:15 PM

alienhost That's just silly of her, the online receipt has the GB number/PIN and barcode, so the GB is really just a piece of unnecessary paper anymore.

Funny you mentioned this b/c yesterday I got out the GB to put it w/ the receipt - I didn't "attach" :eek: it though :D , and it doesn't have any bar codes/GB number or anything on it. What is the point of it? Anyway I can't wait for redemption, I might bring in my receipt and not "attach" the GB just to annoy my favorite sales person....

Where is everyone? They must all be at Gymboree...

I hope I like stuff from the new line so I can use the 1 GB that I have.

DisneyGirl

09-15-2006, 01:28 PM

disneygirl - I didn't get the pink kitty coat either! It's cute, but I wasn't in love with it.;)

Glad to see i'm not the only one who didn't buy and didn't I like it all the much.

isaacsmommy

09-15-2006, 01:50 PM

Jbenny- My store still had the Jr Varsity stuff. My store is a tier one though (only gymbo around these parts too though). I got the plaid shirt, the khakis, the rugby shirt, the grey '03 onsie, the quaterback jacket and I already had the navy/orange track pants, the orange hoodie, the "tiny tigers" onsie, and the baseball cap. Geez someone stop me!!

Wildcat- I got the boy version of that zip up sweater! The girls is prettier though (I love pink). It was one of only a few things I bought from that line. Oh and don't feel bad about how much you spent I have I think $150 in GB's.

jbenny75

09-15-2006, 02:24 PM

isaacsmommy I wanted the blue/orange track pants and Tiny Tigers shirt, also the T.T. onesie, but no luck. I got the rugby shirt, the football helmet jersey, the quarterback jersey, the blue/maroon track pants, and the Little Dozer shirt from Dig, Dig, Dig (I just had to have that since DS is turning into a chubber).

Forgot to post this: Maybe I'm just sensitive to this b/c we've been discussing it, but I swear the saleslady rolled her eyes at me when I asked her if I had hit $50 so I could get my Gymbucks.

isaacsmommy

09-15-2006, 02:28 PM

JBenny- I hope she wasn't rolling her eyes at that, at my store they always tell you as a matter of fact they offer before you even ask to be rung up so you can decide if you want more/less.

littlebear

09-15-2006, 03:23 PM

I'm bummed because the tiny tigers track pants, shirt, and jacket were all sold out online in the size I wanted. I ended up getting it in a smaller size for the baby that's on the way, but I really wanted it for my older son. Guess I should have had a team ready to start shopping at midnight like that lady in the article. ;)

JAYLIN

09-15-2006, 04:06 PM

I must be really lucky because my sales people are wonderful. I actually asked for a calculator the last time I was in there to make sure I was at the amount I wanted to be at.

And my store doesn't have a problem returning stuff that you earned gymbucks on just as long as you rebuy enough to zero it out. I've never returned after gymbucks redemption, so I don't know what happens with that.

Oh, and I just got home from vacation and they're was a big box waiting for my on my doorstep....I love online shopping....it's like x-mas! I got tons of stuff from the new line and the mix&match line. I'm kinda worried though, the winter lines aren't even out yet and I think I already have too many clothes. I have tons from the winterberry line from last year. Hopefully the rest of the year will be UGLY lines!!!!

Chylynn

09-16-2006, 10:31 AM

I guess I am lucky also because the two gymbo stores I shop at, all of the sales girls are great. I usually go to a tier 1 store, but once in a while they sell out of something I want and then I go to a tier 3 store to get it if they have it.

I have bought everything from the cherry line except the dress and the shoes(which were adorable but sold out) and I even bought some shirts bigger sizes in the cherry line (2T and 3T) so DD could wear them as PJs during her daytime naps.

I can't wait to see the holiday clothes. Does anyone know when they usually come out? I can't remember from last year.

Thanks!

QPDoll

09-16-2006, 10:39 AM

isaacsmommy , and the Little Dozer shirt from Dig, Dig, Dig (I just had to have that since DS is turning into a chubber).

LMAO -- My older twin is Pete, and he is much bigger than Nate. We call him Peterbilt (as in the truck) because of his size. (Nate is The Naterator or Nate the Great). So, they both wear a lot of Dozer shirts because of the nickname Peterbilt. :p

isaacsmommy

09-16-2006, 10:44 AM

Chylyn-The dressy holiday line will be out the 25th and I heard the casual holiday line will be out near the end of redemption.

lkendra00

09-16-2006, 11:14 AM

I was just coming to ask when the next line was coming out. We've got $50 in gymbucks to use so we were hoping for cute new stuff hopefully. DH is addicted to Gymboree now and he laughed at me before for stalking the sale section for stuff I liked.

Chylynn

09-16-2006, 12:09 PM

Oooh, thanks Isaacsmommy! I can't wait. :)

jrdhbunny

09-16-2006, 12:40 PM

I just got to the baby sale under the wire. I picked up some of the elephants and one beaver sleeper:
http://www.dropshots.com/photos/178389/20060914/215456.jpg

http://www.dropshots.com/photos/178389/20060914/215535.jpg

http://www.dropshots.com/photos/178389/20060914/r270_215704.jpg

http://www.dropshots.com/photos/178389/20060914/220013.jpg

I also want the elephant hat, but they didn't have it in DS' size in the store, so I think I'll use the 30% discount on-line to pick it up.

I am really tempted by the cowboy costume- at 30% off, it's not so bad. Do you think the girl's cowboy boots would work for a boy? I tried them on DS in the store and honestly did not think they looked girlish. I'm not sure about the hat though- DS would never keep it on his head!

Sophia

09-16-2006, 02:25 PM

I went yesterday and was pretty disappointed in how things looked in person versus online. Last year's Trail Mix was much cuter than this year's Forest Friends, at least as far as squirrel stuff. The pink one piece romper & bib I got last Nov., just a few weeks after I found out I was pg, is SO much cuter than anything out now. I didn't really buy much. The saleslady was very nice, though, and even offered to check in the back for one of the stuffed squirrels because I really wanted one of those. :)

lkendra00

09-16-2006, 04:02 PM

http://www.dropshots.com/photos/178389/20060914/215535.jpg

http://www.dropshots.com/photos/178389/20060914/r270_215704.jpg

http://www.dropshots.com/photos/178389/20060914/220013.jpg
!

We picked up this stuff as well. I love that sweater and had my eye on it from the day it was released.

solongtogo

09-16-2006, 04:40 PM

Here's what I got today. The sales rack didn't have anything I liked, and I didn't want to spend a ton on clothes...I'll wait until the ones I like go on sale.

http://s7ondemand1.scene7.com/is/image/Gymboree/140013665?$240x305$

wildcat

09-16-2006, 06:37 PM

I know this is a Gymboree thread, but I think the question applies since it's about Gymboree clothes, right?;)

I'm trying to decide on a dress for Lauren's first birthday pics and/or her birthday parties (she's having 2). The theme is butterfly's and pink/brown and some green. The pics are in a week and the parties are 9/30 and 10/7. For pics, we're going to do family ones in jeans and probably dark brown shirts, then I want to do 1 or 2 other outfits for Lauren alone, and then possibly the naked baby eating cake pics. (we're going to a professional photographer and doing outside and studio pics). I went to Gymboree today and picked up these dresses, what do you think? Are either ok for pics?

http://s7ondemand1.scene7.com/is/image/Gymboree/140011784?$240x305$

http://s7ondemand1.scene7.com/is/image/Gymboree/140011887?$240x305$

http://s7ondemand1.scene7.com/is/image/Gymboree/140012114?$240x305$

and pink tights.

and/or

http://gymbohaven.com/madewithlove/140011245.jpg

http://gymbohaven.com/madewithlove/140011250.jpg

Thanks girls!!

DisneyGirl

09-16-2006, 07:10 PM

Wildcat I LOVE the first dress!! I would do use that for a photo for my DD.
The second dress however I don't really care for it, but thats just opinion.

isaacsmommy

09-16-2006, 07:44 PM

Wildcat- Both are cute, but I adore the first one! I love little girl dresses.

Cr8nme

09-16-2006, 07:50 PM

Wildcat~ I love love love the first dress with the little maryjanes :)

jbenny75

09-16-2006, 10:58 PM

LMAO -- My older twin is Pete, and he is much bigger than Nate. We call him Peterbilt (as in the truck) because of his size. (Nate is The Naterator or Nate the Great). So, they both wear a lot of Dozer shirts because of the nickname Peterbilt. :p

Peterbilt..that is so cute!:)

wildcat

09-17-2006, 03:24 PM

Thanks girls! I'm definitely going with the first dress! I tried the 2nd one on today, and DD will be 1 in a week and the 6-12 month I bought was HUGE on her. I really hate to buy the 3-6 month that she needs bc I can't imagine she'll be able to wear that in the spring. ANYWAY, what I came to ask was...has anyone seen this in a 6-12 or 12-18?? All my stores are out of it and of course so is the website (wasn't yesterday, but I waited:() and I need it to go under the dress!
http://s7ondemand1.scene7.com/is/image/Gymboree/140011878?$240x305$

I have the shirt I posted above, but the collar just doesn't look right to me under the dress, I like the peter pan collar better. I also bought this shirt that is better, but not sure about a cotton shirt under the wool-type dress? (you can't see the print on the shirt)
http://s7ondemand1.scene7.com/is/image/Gymboree/140011751?$240x305$

Anyway, I'd love opinions and if anyone can find the long-sleeve onsie and can pick it up for me, I can pay through paypal (or however) and reimburse shipping and time and trouble! The problem is, her pictures are a week from tomorrow!!:eek:

DisneyGirl

09-17-2006, 05:27 PM

Wildcat DAMN! I was just at two gymborees today and i they have a ton of that shirt you are looking for (of course not sure of the sizes they had in stock), but i would have been more than happy to have picked one up for you. I may go back to the mall tomorrow to return some stuff to old navy and if I do i will check the sizes they have.

jbenny75

09-17-2006, 07:24 PM

So I've been stalking the Gymboree website to see if any of the Jr. Varsity stuff I wanted came back online. Saturday, the blue/orange track pants in 6-12 were back up. I put them in cart, picked a couple other things, then DS woke up from his nap. By the time I got back to complete my order, they were gone again! Luckily, today, they were back up once again and I scored a pair. Now, I just have to find the Tiny Tigers shirt. I also got the T.T. onesie, but went with 12-18, which I was thinking of doing anyway since the Start Your Engines onesie I got DS in 6-12 seems small.

Chylynn

09-20-2006, 05:11 AM

So what do you girls think about the holiday line? Gymbohaven has it up and I only *love* one outfit - the crushed black velvet dress, matching hat and black mary jane shoes. I think that is what I am going to purchase with my gymbucks.

Anyone else have a favorite?

http://static.flickr.com/95/247911502_b8117cf7a1_m.jpg

http://static.flickr.com/95/247911935_809c86b494_m.jpg

http://static.flickr.com/91/247912104_9e9e177532_m.jpg

JAYLIN

09-20-2006, 07:19 AM

Where on Gymbohaven are you seeing the new line? There is nothing there were I usually find it?

ladybug

09-20-2006, 08:12 AM

Try this:
http://junkjungle.com/holidaym.html

Carissa

09-20-2006, 08:16 AM

I love the the pictures in the link some of the things are very classic and juts what I like, I think I will get DD Christmas dress from Gymboree this year.

Wrighty26

09-20-2006, 08:24 AM

Ooo! I love the argyle :)

jh124

09-20-2006, 09:00 AM

Think anyone will notice if I put DS in a dress?

alienhost

09-20-2006, 09:04 AM

I think I'm going to be in trouble during Gymbucks redemption...lots of cute stuff.

jh124 LOL!!

lkendra00

09-20-2006, 11:24 AM

Oh I'm in trouble when those lines come out. Thank god we have to spend $100 to redeem our gymbucks. I'll probably go way over that.

Marisa

09-20-2006, 11:47 AM

Ooo! I love the argyle :)

See, those of us who've had to dress our sons through two Christmases already are getting a little sick of the

- argyle
- with a plaid shirt underneath
- and cords
- and maybe a train applique

I'm sure I don't know exactly what Gymbo should do, but one suggestion is think of something new for the holidays!!!

jeggink

09-20-2006, 12:07 PM

emschwar

09-20-2006, 12:17 PM

Marisa I have to totaly agree with you. I really don't like the boys line at all. But most places seem to have the same thing over & over, sigh, it is so tough to find cute boys clothes sometimes.

Now the baby girls line is absolutely adorable.

The baby girls line is adorable. I love it. But Josh'd get mad if I put Noah in a dress. Too bad gymbo can't read my mind and sell the mongrammed outfit I've got in my head for Noah's holiday outfit.