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The RealReal has a rating of 3.3 stars from 5,332 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with The RealReal most frequently mention great experience, fast delivery and high end. The RealReal ranks 5th among Discount Clothing sites.
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Great experience with purchasing items. Miss the gorgeous black boxes as I am not a fan an new green boxes. You can repurpose black boxes with tops!
As always, great customer service. Waited for well over 30 minutes for the chat, but when I finally got someone the issue was resolved quickly.
Received "high rise jeans" - they were mid to low rise. I had to pay $12 each way for shipping, including the return, so I am out $24 for jeans that didn't match the site description. This isn't the first time I've run into this issue with TRR.
What I got was not what the pictures show on the page
Die Abwicklung funktionierte ohne Probleme. Die bestellten Artikel sind wie beschrieben in einem hochwertigem Zustand. Sehr zu empfehlen! Herzlichen Dank.
I've experienced a number of interactions with The Real Real as a purchasing customer. Each time I've received the merchandise in a timely fashion and it has arrived nicely packaged and as described. The one time I needed to return an item that was not as described, the experience was handled seamlessly by customer service. I recommend this website to those looking for high end and designer resale merchandise.
Love the site, great items, but the fees by ups are excessive. Delivery fees on each item but after you have paid, you get one package delivered with all your stuff. It would help to know where in the USA items are coming from and have the option to ship with them. Example, international customers are charged ridiculously by UPS.
I'm tired of finding something I like, buy it, only to find out that the description was off by some - I don't know- major important detail like men's tennis shoes vs. women's. The sizes differ, right? Or a blouse/dress is not the size it's reported to be and it's not refundable. I will stick to certain bags and maybe jewelry.
I was introduced to The Real Real by my daughter and my 1st online experience was superb I must say. From the start with online shopping, items descriptions very detailed also with flaws if any and items arrived as described if not better than described in my opinion. Shipping was quick & efficient 2-3 days after I ordered I received my packages.
Great service, fast shipping, best prices. Always a pleasure to work with.
Gabriella listened to my issue and went into problem solving mode. She was very professional, problem solved.
I was satisfied with my purchase in general. One of the items I got (Helmut Lang jacket) was mislabeled: it was advertised as an XXL, but the jacket (underneath the liner) had a tag from the maker that said "L". Using the site and app is very easy, though. I love it.
Everything was packaged very nicely and in good condition. Will be ordering again
Love the ease of using this app, ordering, payment, and shipping are all streamlined
I say nearly because I have ordered and received a few items mis-sized. However, both times I reached out to customer service and they responded quickly and to my satisfaction! I really appreciate that! Otherwise, I keep coming back and ordering more. Love the idea of a huge marketplace for gently used items!
Easy to order, items came swiftly, didn't take them long to arrive. Nowadays things can take forever (so it seems) to arrive, but things I order from this company come fast.
Your customer service is second to none. I have purchased at least 15 items from TRR and have been thoroughly impressed with the quality & the one time I wasn't, it was handled immediately. I will be a forever shopper as I love the selection, quality, & prices. I, as well as my wife, will be a forever TRR shopper. 5 STARS!
Thanks,
Robert R. Call
Answer: Do not buy from them! Their return/refund policy is skewed to their benefit. In my case, I bought a Louis Vuitton bag and when it was received it was not in the condition advertised or the photos did not highlight the real wear of the bag and they refused to make a refund or credit. It's their lost because I have since bought many bags on Ebay which offers guarantee of refund should item be faulty or misrepresented. Also, on Ebay you can judge by seller feedback whether the seller is reputable and PRICES are so much less than on the REAL REAL. Their name should be changed to the REAL GREED!
Answer: Hi Samantha. The RealReal does sometimes ask for additional information from customers for a one time security check. Most times, this is for new customers who have never shopped with us before, orders with vastly different billing and shipping information, or are international customers with unverified credit cards. We will ask for some sensitive and personal information for the purposes of verifying the identity of the purchaser but we will not ask for a Social Security Number. Was your father attempting to complete his purchase via Affirm? Affirm is a third party company we work with that offers financing on purchases. If your father was attempting to complete a purchase via Affirm, they do require a SSN for a soft credit check for the loan approval and repayment options. As Affirm is a third party, we do not have access to any of that information so it is secure with Affirm. Of course, no one is required to use Affirm for check out, rather it's just another payment option we offer. Please feel free to reach out to us if this does not answer your questions or if you feel that the explanations provided were not applicable to your situation. You can reach out to our Customer Service Department at (855) 435 5893 from 8am to 5pm (PST). If you would like to speak to a supervisor directly, please feel free to ask for Caitlin from our NJ office. She is available from 9am to 6pm (EST) and of course you can reach us via email at: [email protected].
Answer: If you like to be frustrated, disappointed and want to take a few years off your life, then yes consign with the real real.
Answer: I do NOT recommend selling through TRR. Read all seller reviews. This a speed selling co trying to cash in on a quick commission. The prices they assign are RIDICULOULOUS at best. They are not there to get you a good price but a fast buck for themselves. They priced a brand new prada bag with a label on at $625. Minus 20% permanent discount, 60% of that, I receive a whopping $312. After 10 days wait of processing and seeing the prices assigned I pulled my items. I was shocked and even more upset. I rather give the cloths to charity or sell them myself. I think it is insiders who buy the best items at dirt cheap prices they assign themselves. As a buyer just today I receive a wrong item. They were going to research the problem and find the item I purchased, a coat. They sent me a dirty silk top... This is after waiting for 10 days to get the wrong item. This co is just very bad. Customer service is spotty. Some reps are just dreadful. They sound like this is a summer gig and they got no training, you can never speak to a supervisor, none is ever available, Read the reviews and decide if you still want to use this co. If you do, you will be disappointed,
Answer: Hello, We are sorry to hear of your concerns. If you can please send us your order number or email address we will happily research this further.
Answer: Hi Frank, Thank you for reaching out. We apologize you have seen more negative than positive reviews. We would be pleased to advise you on our consignment process and share a little more insight about the RealReal.
Answer: I don't work for The Real Real I am just a satisfied customer, very satisfied! I see all the complaints, and just shake my head. Knowing how people can be, and also knowing the complainers are the ones who write letters, I can only assume they are "out of touch with reality", or POSSIBLY are competitors who are just being difficult to try and hurt the site. Remember, anyone can write anything, that does not mean it is true, nor are ALL the facts being presented! As for me, I am willing to show, and prove who I am, and the great products and service I received.
Answer: This happened to me only one time, and I have sold quite a few items with them. As soon as I received the quote for a pair of earrings. I contacted them immediately and said I felt the price was to low due to various reasons, and they got back to me the next day with an adjusted price. I have never experienced what you are describing above as a bait and switch scenario, and I always check the similar or same items they are selling. I would just call them and ask for the details as to why the other item is higher. Sorry you had a bad experience!
Answer: File a complaint with the US Customs office in your area and your state's attorney general. Also for many types of goods, they will destroy the counterfeit goods and give you a letter stating they have done so. This is ironclad proof for the bank dispute.
Answer: I have returned things with no hassle at all.
The RealReal is the leader in authenticated luxury consignment. With an expert behind every item, we ensure everything we sell is 100% real. As a sustainable company, we give new life to pieces by brands from Chanel to Cartier, and hundreds more. Exten...

