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Does DSW (Designer Shoe Warehouse)
code as Retail?

Know exactly how your credit card will categorize a purchase at DSW (Designer Shoe Warehouse) — before you tap.

Codes as expected
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MCC Code
5661
Category
Shoe Stores
Reward Category
Retail
Confirmed by
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Best cards for DSW (Designer Shoe Warehouse)
Citi Double Cash
2% back on all purchases
2% back
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Frequently asked questions
What MCC code does DSW (Designer Shoe Warehouse) use?
DSW (Designer Shoe Warehouse) uses MCC 5661 — Shoe Stores. This is the four-digit Merchant Category Code assigned to DSW (Designer Shoe Warehouse) by card networks and determines how your purchase is categorized for rewards.
Does DSW (Designer Shoe Warehouse) count as shoe stores for credit card rewards?
Yes — DSW (Designer Shoe Warehouse) codes as Shoe Stores (MCC 5661), so purchases here should earn bonus rewards on cards that offer a shoe stores category bonus.
Which credit card earns the most rewards at DSW (Designer Shoe Warehouse)?
The best card depends on how DSW (Designer Shoe Warehouse) codes. Since it uses MCC 5661 (Shoe Stores), look for cards that offer bonus rewards in that category. Check the card recommendations above for the top options.