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Farfetch has a rating of 2.2 stars from 1,822 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally dissatisfied with their purchases. Reviewers dissatisfied with Farfetch most frequently mention customer service, credit card and wrong size. Farfetch ranks 254th among Designer Clothes sites.
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Great selection of cool stuff and the folks at customer service are nice and as accommodating as possible, but for a website that sells clothes and shoes, their lack of a usable gift return policy is pretty dumb business. I received some shoes that were the wrong size, but the only thing they can do is initiate a return through the person that made the purchase. So, you have to get in touch with the person that bought you the gift, ask them to help you return the gift, and even then, the refund can only go to THEIR account. That's right, no gift receipt or gift card. So then you have to call them again and say, "hey, can you order those shoes for me again but in a size 10?" Seriously, this pretty much makes your site unusable. I would definitely never do business with them again. Nearly every other site I've ever dealt with has got this figured out, it's not rocket science.
These people have a five day return window! I realize not everyone is Nordstrom but---FIVE DAYS! I ordered a necklace that when it arrived was not as expected (to say the least) but between my 98 year old mother and a highly allergic Basset Hound I missed their ridiculous window. I foolishly assumed that like many sites you had at least 21 days. Given the price of their merchandise they need to realize people have lives and be more accommodating.
Hi Jean, we’re really sorry to hear your disappointment regarding our five day return window. Farfetch is made up by a network of real fashion boutiques around the globe and it’s these physical boutiques that carry the designer items that are available for Farfetch customers to purchase. Our business model is a unique one that sees us supporting the needs of the boutiques in our network so this is why the five day return window exists. We appreciate you taking the time to reach out; we always take customer feedback on board as we constantly review our service to ensure we are the best that we can be. You can read more about the Farfetch returns policy here > http://www.farfetch.com/pag91.aspx#Returns1
Thanks, Farfetch.
Tried to call their customer service 4 times but no one answer the calls! Wonder if I really did make a purchase would there be anyone ship the products to me!
Hi Agnes, sorry to hear you were having trouble getting in touch with us. You can reach us here > +44 (0) 20 3510 0670 (available Monday-Friday, 9am to 4am GMT and Saturday-Sunday 9am - 1.30am GMT). If one of our customer service representatives is unavailable to take your call please leave a message and someone on the team will get back to you as soon as possible. Thanks, Farfetch.
I was led to this site a few times from other sites like Pinterest or Shopstyle, but every single time I found items there for up to 50% higher prices than on other sites. For example, some DVF bags that were totally overpriced, and today a Tory Burch tunic that is supposedly on sale, but with a reduced price above the original sales price on toryburch.com. They might have some items that you won't find elsewhere, but I can only recommend to do proper price research before buying.
Hi Manuela, the prices displayed on Farfetch are defined by the worldwide boutiques we partner with. We have 280 boutiques around the globe that sell their hand-picked fashion edit on Farfetch and we have no influence on their pricing decisions. These boutiques price their items according to recommendations from the brands they work with as well as based on the location of their boutique. There are also other factors such as DDP that effect the prices displayed on Farfetch. You can read more information on this here > http://www.farfetch.com/pag91.aspx#Shipping1 Thanks, Farfetch.
I really like this site for learning about new trends and styles. It is a bit hard to navigate and not everything is easy to find but for fashion knowledge, I think it is a great resource.
Obviously who ever gives this site 5 stars gets paid for their review! It is absolutely the worse shopping experience that I have ever encountered in my life! They are claiming i damaged a dress and i know i for a fact was not damaged! The manager Jerome and the boutique unanimously decided that they will not issue a refund because the dress was damaged! Im currently seeking help from an attorney to fight this charge. NEVER EVER EVER ORDER FROM THEM! ITS DEF A SCAM!
Hi Yelena, we're really sorry you are unhappy with your experience. As stated in the 'Returns Policy' section on Farfetch, all returned items must be unworn, unwashed, undamaged and unused with their original tags. Our customer service team meticulously review every return dispute before reaching a final decision as they have done in this case. Thanks, Farfetch.
I had read plenty of bad reviews on Farfetch and I was a little concerned about buying from the site but after a through read through of the sites FAQ's, shipping and returns sections I felt confident. I feel many of these negative reviews are coming from the buyers own misunderstanding and lack of online shopping.
Farfetch kept me information of the progress of my package and it arrived with in 5 days of my order. I love my shoes (Valentino Rockstuds) and would HIGHLY recommend Farfetch to all my friends but as a online shopping veteran I will give you a few tips: (these should be used when shopping online at ANY store)
1. ALWAYS pay with Paypal. It's easy to sign up and verify your details. Your details are secure and your money is safe should the package not arrive or be a fake (Farfetch does NOT sell fakes, this is more for Ebay)
I had noticed a few comments had stated Farfetch had asked for a copy of ID or proof of credit cards – This is a normal practice, MyTheresa and MatchesFashion can do it also, if you pay via Paypal there is no need for this because your details are already verified during the paypal set-up process.
2. Get the package delivered to a place you know will be manned during working hours e.g. If you work full time, get the item delivered to your work (provided it's safe to do so e.g. you have an office) because it's couriered, they need someone to sign for delivery.
3. READ the FAQ's, shipping and returns section before you buy, ALL the information you need it there.
Of course there will always be disgruntled customers and mistakes will happen but Farfetch is great.
WORST experience of my entire lifetime spent shopping. I ordered a down jacket which turned out t be too large. I live in a small town that does not provide any DHL service (only Fedex and UPS). After discussing this issue with customer service they emailed me a Fedex label addressed to the California office. I immediately went to Fedex so that Farfetch would receive my merchandise in a timely manner. They did. That was seven and one-half weeks ago and I have still NOT received my refund to AMEX. I have been promised via email and telephone that the matter is being "investigated". Every single correspondence has been that the matter is being "investigated". Evidently the package goes from Californis to Europe and then sits in some warehouse. I explained that my contract is with Farfetch and not some boutique in Europe. I have obviously reported this fraud to AMEX. I do not believe anything any of the customer service people (Amanda, Brittany, Jerome) tell me at this point. I am ultra furious that this company can be so devoid of any interest in pleasing customers. I shop online a lot since I live in a small town. I have NEVER NEVER EVER had such a disgustingly HORRIBLE experience in my entire life. Be smart: DON"T SHOP HERE AND TELL ALL OF YOUR FRIENDS NOT TO SHOP HERE EITHER.
Hi Jan, sorry to hear you aren't happy with your Farfetch experience. Our customer service team have been working hard to try to fix this with you and your refund has now been processed. We apologise again, Farfetch.
I'd like to see if anyone had a problem with their shady practices of requesting copies of credit cards and passport or IDs before they will process your order. I have never heard of this before and would love to know if anyone got scammed. Because this is what it seems like to me.
Hi Alice, we apologize for any concerns you are having around placing your first order. Here at Farfetch we do sometimes ask first time customers for proof of identification. We request this information in order to protect both you the customer and us Farfetch from any security breaches. We hope you understand but if you want to discuss further please do get in touch with our customer service team here > http://www.farfetch.com/pag91.aspx#Help1 Thanks, Farfetch.
I ordered a pair of shoes for my wedding in two weeks time. They have taken the money from my account and are now saying they need a copy of my passport or other ID before they can process the order. I reminded them I'm buying a pair of shoes not asking them for credit! As I'm in the process of moving house and my things have already gone with the removers, I have no scanner or fax machine so can't supply them with a copy of anything. So they have cancelled the order and say the money will take two days to return to my account. And I have no wedding shoes. Appalling and possibly dodgy company.
Hi Mary, Sorry to hear you aren't happy with your Farfetch experience. It is our company policy to ask for proof of identity and/or address with first time customers, we do this to protect both Farfetch and you the customer. We are sorry this incident has happened at such an inconvenient time for you but it is a security requirement that we can't avoid. Thanks, Farfetch.
I love the selection of clothing and accessories on Farfetch and have recently placed two orders. My experience receiving both items was flawless with one coming from a boutique on Capri and the other from a store in Minnesota... I live on the east coast of the US. HOWEVER, I knew exactly what size to order as my rule with this particular website is NO RETURNS. So, I am VERY careful what I order from Farfetch. I do believe, because of the way the website is structured, and from some of the experiences related below, that one can run into a lot of issues with returns. So, bottom line, don't order from Farfetch unless you are confident that you will not have to return your purchase.
Great experience overall! Fast and not so expensive shipping. Order beautifully wrapped and will definetely buy again.
Amazing!
Would give zero stars if possible. Worst customer service experience of my life. Size was incorrectly given in Italian on their website and they refuse to refund me $50 in shipping costs. Or at least I think they refuse because they just STOPPED responding to my emails and the return is due tomorrow. Had to turn the dispute over to my credit card company. Can't believe these people can stay in business operating like this.
Terrible, convoluted returns process. I lost $1,000 because Dhl did not show up and ff was not organized enough to help me reschedule within the five day window. Atrocious lack of professionalism dealing with my issue. I was promised a credit with the boutique that never materialized. I will not shop here again. Try netaporter or yoox for designer clothing.
I have now placed three orders through farfetch and i must say I was impressed! 2 from a store in London (where I am) but I was especially happy to receive a package from a boutique in California in just 4 days! Everything I ordered fit so I haven't used the returns but overall great selection and great service!
I must confess I was nervous about placing an order, some of the other reviews were very negative regarding problems with returns. As the item was jewellery I knew sizing would not be an issue, but I was curious about the condition, was it ex display etc.
I took the precaution to e-mailed the boutique, Tabandeh, who were listed on Farfetch.com as the seller of the item, just for confirmation about the condition and availability of the item. After all when you are buying clothes in a shop its possible to visually check an item before going to the cash registers. The Boutique were very helpful.
Once I was satisfied that all was well, I placed the order on Monday afternoon. I used PayPal as I know that they have a "conflict resolution" service for when things go wrong, large credit card companies do not. As for speed of delivery it was excellent, DHL delivered on Wednesday afternoon, very quick for a transatlantic delivery.
Overall I would consider using Farfetch again for other similar items in the future. I have had a transaction that ran smoothly.
Ordered a pair of marc jacobs sneakers for a birthday present for girlfriend and after 10 days they still haven't dispatched them. Unreliable in the extreme and i'm starting to think it's a scam site. Do not shop here!
DO NOT SHOP HERE! I was traveling and received my package today upon my return to work. I ordered shoes and they are far darker than pictured. I tried to return the item and bc it's 4 days past the ridiculous 5 day return period they will not allow me to return the item. This is my first experience shopping here and I will NEVER shop here again. I'll be telling all of my friends as well. It's a real shame as you have so many hot items. It's unfortunate that your customer service is HORRENDOUS!
I brought the most amazing designer moschino iphone cover. The delivery was fast! Love, love, love farfetch! Wish I could afford to buy the whole online store.
Ordered a Kenzo jumper from Smets in Brussels, the payment proccess was super easy, I used paypal without a hitch. The shipping charge is pricey but my order arrived to me in before 10am THE NEXT DAY! Just in time for the weekend!
The order was packaged nicely with clear returns instructions (won't be needing them!) and overall my experience was brilliant. Great to order through farfetch and feel like I'm supporting independent boutiques around the world!
Answer: In my experience, as far as genuine items go, yes. My recommendation to you is, research the store you're buying from, because your experience can be 0 or 5 stars depending who you're buying from. I bought a new Valentino bag and received an used one from a store called Gente Roma. Farfetch did nothing other than contact the store and politely reply back to me that there was nothing they could do about it! They made the sale, they're making money off me, off course they should have done something. Nope. I could return the bag, which was an option regardless. Gente Roma was so disonest about the condition of the bag, I was afraid they would blame me for sending back a used bag and only give me a patial refund. I felt my safest option was to keep the bag. On the other hand, when I bought a pair of Valentino shoes from Exelsior Milano my experience was flawless. From the fast shipping, to the packaging to shoes that had never been opened. Moral to the story: if Farfetch doesn't have to get involved, you're golden. If not, don't bother with them. Call the Pope or your credit card and dispute your charges instead. You'll have a better chance of getting something.
Answer: Maybe there is a 24 hour time frame to cancel your order after you made it but if that 24 hours frame has passed I'd try calling them. Their customer service can be helpful
Answer: Hello Gabriella, Thank you for reaching out with this important question. We are so sorry if you are finding that our pricing structure is not clear. Farfetch is a marketplace web site with a global network of over 400 independent boutiques. Products are sometimes available in multiple locations. When an item is sourced from multiple boutiques, the Farfetch catalog will always present the lowest price for a specified size. While we urge them to price competitively, the ultimate choice lies with our partner boutiques. Therefore, you may see variations as you click into size information for each product. Furthermore, prices will vary for different regions of the world. Please ensure that you have selected the appropriate country for your delivery address. You will see a small flag in the upper right corner. Clicking on this will allow you to select your country. We do hope that this information is helpful. Please feel free to contact us directly on +213-550-3798 or +44 (0) 20 3510 0670. We are reachable 7 days a week. If there is anything that we can assist you with, or if you have any further questions, please dont hesitate to get in touch. Warm Regards, Farfetch
Answer: Hello She, thank you for writing. Our Refer-a-Friend program reward alternates between 10% discount and a 50 USD gift code. The rewards are chosen at random. For full details on our Refer-a-Friend program, please consult http://www.farfetch.com/refer-a-friend. Warm Regards, Farfetch
Answer: It's a legit website and I purchased more than 5 times with Farfetch. Everything was good, authentic and the shipment was fast as well. I'm not sure how long it takes to ship to Singapore, but for my experience, I live in the US and it takes 3-4 days to deliver.
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Hi Julian, we're sorry to hear you aren't completely satisfied with your Farfetch experience. As an online company we have different policies and online regulations to adhere to that means we can't offer gift credit or vouchers in exchange for a product being returned. We always take customer feedback onboard as we continuously strive to offer the best service we possibly can. Please accept our apologies again for any inconvenience caused. We hope to see you online again soon, Farfetch.