Retailers around the world are grappling with a growing issue: wardrobing. This deceptive practice involves customers purchasing clothing, wearing it once, and then returning it as if unused. While returns are a natural part of doing business, return fraud is costly—and increasingly common.
According to industry analysts, global merchandise returns now exceed $600 billion annually, with a significant portion driven by online fashion sales. And while many returns are legitimate, the rising trend of wardrobing is putting serious strain on retailers’ margins.
At Immediate Apparel, we are here to help you protect your inventory and your profits. That’s why we’re now offering an innovative new solution: the SU Tag (T228) by Century.
Century is a global leader in retail security technology, and their Single-Use Tag was created specifically to deter fraudulent returns. It is an easy-to-use, highly visible tag designed to make customers think twice before attempting to wear and return an item.
Key Features:
- 🔴 Bold red, eye-catching tag that reinforces your return policy
- ✂️ Easy for honest customers to remove at home after purchase
- 🛍️ No EAS system required – ideal for boutiques and retailers of all sizes
- 🧷 Can be applied in-store or source-applied by Immediate Apparel
Pricing & Fulfillment:
- 💲 Only 85¢ per tag
- 🚚 Tags can be shipped separately, or we can pre-apply them directly to your garments before shipping
When placed in a visible location—such as the outside shoulder or neckline—the tag clearly indicates the item is protected and cannot be worn discreetly. This added layer of security helps you reduce fraudulent returns without negatively impacting the customer experience.
Ready to protect your merchandise? Contact us today to add SU Tags to your next order or to learn more about how they can work for your business.