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California
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Waste of time and money
January 31, 2017

I going to copy and paste what I wrote on a different review site:

I am extremely disappointed in rue21. A pair of jeans measured at least 3 inches past the soles of my feet, a pair of shorts were unflattering and too big, and a speaker was non-functioning. All of these were part of my first (and only) purchase. Customer service claims they issued a refund on December 19, I have not seen the money in my account. It is January 31. I paid 15 dollars for return shipping, which was honestly a HUGE mistake, considering the lack of merchandise and lack of money I now have. They also claim they have only received 2 items. I packaged all 3 items in the same airtight box with miles of mailing tape all around it. Considering I included the packing slip inside the box, written on the slip was each item listed under the "return" section. You would think they would see all 3 items. It's a small number. I didn't return 10 or 20 items, that would have been an understandable mishap. I am so frustrated and discouraged by all of this, I can only hope that other poor, unfortunate souls don't fall into this hellish nightmare. If any updates do happen, I'll be sure to include them at a later date. As of right now, I am trying to get my money back. (1/30/17)

Date of experience: January 31, 2017
North Carolina
2 reviews
9 helpful votes
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Scammers
January 27, 2017

Ordered online they shipped me someone else's order and then refused to help fix the problem worst customer service ever! Theor online shopping is a scam don't do it!

Date of experience: January 27, 2017
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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ONLINE RUE21 is a scam! Do NOT trust them
January 25, 2017

Worst online customer service of any retail store I've ever encountered. Got an email that my order had shipped, 2 days later another email that said half my order was out of stock, full charge to my credit card, in the meantime I tried using the tracking number for the package they stated had shipped 5 days later UPS site still says "Label has been created, we'll let you know when the package has reached our facility"
DO NOT TRUST THIS COMPANY!

Date of experience: January 25, 2017
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Unorganized/Messy
January 17, 2017

I went to the Rue 21 store located in Bartow FL and was left so disappointed when I attempted to shop at this dishuffled store. I had several items that I selected from their clearance racks that after ringing up at the register turned out not to be on any sale. After letting the manager know so many things are out of place, he still didn't want to do anything to rectify their error, so I will definitely not be a returning shopper.

Date of experience: January 17, 2017
Colorado
2 reviews
4 helpful votes
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Cheap
January 13, 2017

I love that theyre cheap! Its like going thrifting because not all the clothes are made well. Other than the clearance everything else is too pricey for what they are

Date of experience: January 13, 2017
Oklahoma
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Worst store ever
January 12, 2017

The rue 21 in Hillsboro TX is the worst store ever. I don't think they know what customer service is. I pretty sure by coming in to there store they were mad they had to work

Date of experience: January 12, 2017
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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DONT DO IT
January 9, 2017

Took two weeks to get my things and it was 4-7 day shipping and they cancelled two items last minute and customer service didn't help what so ever!

Date of experience: January 9, 2017
Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I literally hate it.
January 7, 2017

I got a charger and by the end of the damm day it didn't work and I did nothing wrong to it stupid cheap charger that was 10.00 for nothing

Date of experience: January 7, 2017
Tennessee
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Wasn't as bad as the reviews I read
January 5, 2017

I read the reviews before I I ordered but took the chance anyway I ordered 53$ worth of stuff on Christmas Day and I got it yesterday on the 4th of January ( 4 days processing) and then the rest was ups taking long to ship but it was only 10 days and they can only work business days anyway I had no problem ordering from them and I will probably order from then again

Date of experience: January 5, 2017
South Dakota
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Turned Rue in
December 31, 2016

I ordered my daughter a gift card on Nov. 19th its now New Years Eve and i sent emails multiple times a week then I started calling and was told by customer service that they don't handle gift cards its done by a 3rd party and i needed to look that number up on the website. But surprise! The only number was the customer service number that i had just called. I got sick of all this because they stole my money so I turned them into the better business bureau. Im done with this company. I will not be giving them anymore of my money

Date of experience: December 31, 2016
Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Worst customer service
December 25, 2016

Ordered online from rue 21 because my sister loves the place, order for almost $70.00 USD and they cancelled the order without informing me. Contacted them via e-mail as i lost money converting CAD to USD for this order. They said they could do nothing and then offered me a 15% off coupon, thought that might salvage the situation really does not. So i decided to place an order now using the coupon. Fake coupon it says already added to your cart when it has not. Worst customer service ever and they don't even care even after informing them the coupon does not work. My suggestion don't order from them, they don't care and they lie!

Date of experience: December 25, 2016
Louisiana
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Horrible
December 24, 2016

Ordered boots on black Friday called yesterday and said its been lost. I have been waiting for those boots for a month. Worst store ever

Date of experience: December 24, 2016
Illinois
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Ordered Christmas for kids.
December 23, 2016

We ordered $140.00 worth of clothes on Black Friday. Rue 21 assured us they would arrive before Christmas. We called 5 times. On 12/23/2016 we called and Rue 21 said the order has been cancelled. Rue 21 you SUCK. We will never buy from you again!

Date of experience: December 23, 2016
Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Worst customer service ever
December 22, 2016

I bought 2 gift cards and only received one. I called twice and can't get anyone to help me. They tell me I will be called back and they never call. Rue21 stole $60 from me. And they don't seem to care.

Date of experience: December 22, 2016
Florida
1 review
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Never again!
December 19, 2016

I ordered on 11/25/16 and as of today 12/19/16 my order is still in processing. I've called 5xs and have been given a different excuse and date each time. I asked for a refund and they said they only put a "hold" on my card. I checked with my bank and charges went through 11/25/16. These people should be shut down.

Date of experience: December 19, 2016
Washington
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Ughhhhhh
December 16, 2016

I ordered online and apparently my order was messed up i received someone else's stuff that were not mine i spend almost $300 and the stuff i received were not worth the money i paid for.

Date of experience: December 16, 2016
Texas
1 review
2 helpful votes
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Some bull s***
December 16, 2016

I placed an order on December 9th because they were having a great deal not until today did I read my email saying it was all cancelled when I call to ask them about it all they can say is there not sure why what happen but I couldn't get the items at that cost anymore and when I told him that this wasn't my fault it was theirs what happened she just kept saying I'm sorry I'm sorry I can't help you I will never buy anything from them again what a scam! Thanks for messing up my daughter's Christmas false advertisement from Rue 21 never again!

Date of experience: December 16, 2016
Florida
1 review
1 helpful vote
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DO NOT SHOP AT RUE 21!
December 15, 2016

I placed an order on December 9th because they were advertising an amazing sale. The order remained in processing status until today when I received an email saying the ENTIRE order had been canceled. When I called customer service they told me at the exact moment my order was going to be put together they discovered ALL of the items I ordered were out of stock. He proceeds to tell me that it's in Stock now, but they can't possibly fulfill an order that has already been canceled. And he told me I can repurchase the items, but not at the sale price. I finally hung up out of frustration and proceeded to contact corporate through email. I received the same crappy customer service through the magic of email. Not once did anyone sound apologetic and they didn't offer any solutions as to how to resolve the issue. Horrible company and I DO NOT recommend shopping online or in any of their stores.

Date of experience: December 15, 2016
South Carolina
3 reviews
1 helpful vote
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Awesome
December 11, 2016

I went to rue 21 in Blue Ridge Mall. Workers were very nice. I was served by Jesse, he was very helpful. Rue 21 has a lot of sales and trendy clothes, and program called Rue Bucks. I would recommend this store to people who are looking for trendy clothes or presents for this holiday. -Thanks

Date of experience: December 11, 2016
Washington
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Don't order online!
December 5, 2016

I placed an order in September and never got my package. When I told them that I wanted my money back they said okay but it never showed up in my account. I had to email them again and again untill finally I got a conformation email saying it will take 5 to 7 buisness days to refund my money. I still have to wait and see if it will actually show up. But it's been three months since this ordeal started. Unbelievable...

Date of experience: December 5, 2016