Getting the SaksFirst WEMC is a unique process. During the hour of the wolf on Sunday 5.15 I apped for the SaksFirst store card and was approved instantly with a 4k limit. This was the first step to getting the WEMC that I really wanted and apped for the SaksFirst Mastercard minutes after being approved for the store card. As this is not an immediate decision I received the email thanking me for my application and a check status link.
Every day following the application I called the automated system for the SaksFirst store card. I'd read on this forum that this is the best way to know if you've been approved for the Mastercard. It wasn't until the 20th that the automated system said "you have a store account and a Mastercard account" during the greeting. I got to a rep to find out which of the two Mastercards I'd been approved for and the interest rate. The rep advised it was the Platinum and the highest interest rate. I was bummed and confused, especially knowing my credit profile. I crossed my fingers hoping she missread the info for was just guessing.
On the 23rd I received notice in the mail that I'd been approved, but no details about the account were contained.
Today the 27th I received the physical card and details. I received the World Elite Mastercard and their lowest interest rate along with a 14k starting limit on the Mastercard side.
As the process for getting the SaksFirst WEMC is a bit of an ordeal compared to most other lenders I hope this will help others going forward.
