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The RealReal

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The RealReal Reviews Summary

The RealReal has a rating of 3.2 stars from 5,331 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 6th among Discount Clothing sites.

service
709
value
676
shipping
638
returns
559
quality
608
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Massachusetts
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Very disappointed
May 5, 2021

Almost everything I've received from the Realreal is in significantly worse condition than described. Unless the description says ‘new with tags' my experience has been terrible. I've spent so much ridiculous money in shipping and returns, but I have finally learned. I will not purchase from them ever again. They have lost my trust and my business.

Date of experience: February 21, 2021
Florida
2 reviews
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It's hot or miss
March 23, 2021

Hit or miss. Good return policy. Robbery if you want to consign with them. Many items I've gotten have come in poor condition but a good handful have come perfect. Must pay attention if something is sold in sale it's not refundable or exchangeable. If you consign be prepared to be contacted like you need a new car warranty

Date of experience: February 21, 2021
Canada
1 review
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It makes me happy!
February 21, 2021

I´m always pleased with the items I bought, preloved it's my way to purchase luxury!

Date of experience: February 21, 2021
Connecticut
1 review
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Best n business
February 21, 2021

Best selection, best process of returns, payments, easy consignment, best customer service and communication.

Date of experience: February 21, 2021
New Jersey
1 review
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Great shopping experience.
March 25, 2021

The site is easy to navigate. Prices are fair. Shipping was fast and the merchandise quality is wonderful.

Date of experience: February 21, 2021
New York
1 review
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Sale
March 25, 2021

Fine, things overall go pretty smoothly. I've given up on contacting a representative by phone due to long wait times.

Date of experience: February 21, 2021
New Hampshire
1 review
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Great customer service!
February 21, 2021

No question, wonderful customer service... very few exceptions but almost 95% excellent services! Nowadays, everyone using on-line shopping and especially when you purchase clothing, you can't touch, you can't try it on... but your company make it to return so easy, I can buy whatever and try it on at home without any pressure! I gave 4 stars instead of 5 because of very few 'bad' customer service rep and you don't post many photos. And if this is black clothes, I can't see it clearly. This may my computer screen issue but I tried others and its still the same, can't see the details. And you don't post inside of clothes, especially if the coat has fur lined... I can't see what's color of the fur inside... Also your sizes are jumble mumble, 50% not correct. If you think of it, on-line shoppers are depending on your post, including photos, measurements, descriptions... if you tell me differently than actual, I'm wasting my time and money. Please try make it as accurately as possible. One recent example, I ordered several fur stoles and it should measured inside of bottom leather but some measured the end of fur hair to hair... had to return. Other than that (sorry too many), I love your site!

Date of experience: February 21, 2021
Canada
1 review
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The separate shipments every time I order from your site cost me lots of shipment charges. To lower my charges you need to corporate if you needs me to continue order or purchase in the future

Date of experience: February 21, 2021
New Jersey
1 review
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Unhappy with purchase
March 23, 2021

Unhappy with purchase-Received a bag I was unhappy with —rather than let me send it back for a credit to buy another bag I was given a $40 credit and forced to keep the $550 bag. I had purchased 13 bags in six weeks prior to this so I was very surprised that no one could take care of me. I also sent in a consignment and plan to send an additional high-end consignment ( Louis and Ysl). I likely will not do that either now

Date of experience: February 21, 2021
Virginia
1 review
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Details lacking
March 25, 2021

The details of the condition could be better and use more wording like fashionphile. At times the description doesn't represent the best way to describe the condition or fails to mention things.

Date of experience: February 21, 2021
Ohio
1 review
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Beautiful purses at amazing prices.
February 21, 2021

I have purchased six designer purses at incredibly low prices. They have all been in like new condition. I will definitely be buying more!

Date of experience: February 21, 2021
New Jersey
1 review
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Happy shopper
February 21, 2021

I have been shopping on TheRealReal for a long time! Very happy with the merchandise I purchased, staff is friendly and on point if I had questions or consignment to get picked up! Very professional and I couldn't be happier! Kudos!

Date of experience: February 21, 2021
Hong Kong
1 review
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Measurements
February 21, 2021

In general, I am happy with TRR. I just hope that you will be more accurate with measurements. There were a couple of times when the measurements posted were not correct.

Date of experience: February 20, 2021
AE
1 review
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Missing part of my order, only got a reply to my email after i complained via an instagram comment. Even after didnt hear back. Didn't want to ship back the item as i paid alot of duries on it but had no choice since no one was replying to my concerns let alone provide me with a better solution.

Date of experience: February 20, 2021
New York
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
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Communication is impossible
March 23, 2021

Had to change my email and password because of a computer issue. Despite speaking with customer service was locked out for weeks. Received 7 emails from different people about the SAME issue... now I cannot get into my consignment list. Consigned about 20items last November with Elizabeth Westman... because my sales would be listed under the OLD email, I cannot get into my own consignment list... It is almost March.
OLD EMAIL *******@gmail.com

CURRENT EMAIL *******@gmail. Com... You need to change the email, the IP on my "SALES", so I can get into my own account. Stop sending consignment request until you work this out with me. Where is my money... i am sick of writing emails, your people, WHEN they email me back, seem to have no idea what had been said... intoo much of a hurry to actual carefully read about the issue so that they can help the client solve the problem

Date of experience: February 20, 2021
New York
1 review
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Excellent service
March 25, 2021

Rep was very helpful and understanding!
A pleasure to deal with

Date of experience: February 20, 2021
Canada
1 review
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Great Service and Product!
February 21, 2021

I regularly buy clothing and footwear in the RealReal, and am very satisfied with the service, description, and quality. I have bought numerous high-quality pieces for a great price and am so excited to be able to own designer clothing for a fraction of the price!

Date of experience: February 20, 2021
Illinois
1 review
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Love the RealReal
February 21, 2021

I shop here regularly and always find something amazing. Shipping and service are also great.

Date of experience: February 20, 2021
New York
4 reviews
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This was the 2nd chocolate blazer that I tried to buy. Both did not come NEAR the size that was quoted? Who sizes these for the website?

Date of experience: February 20, 2021
Ohio
1 review
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John Harrdy earrings
March 24, 2021

The earrings were beautiful and in great condition. Better than I imagined.

Date of experience: February 20, 2021

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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...


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