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The RealReal

3.2

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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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Washington
1 review
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Love Therealreal
January 25, 2021

My only challenge is that sometimes the evaluator writes pristine and it really isn't. Sometimes they write wear and it is pristine. That's my major complaint. Love buying from Therealreal. Thank you!

Date of experience: January 25, 2021
Rhode Island
1 review
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Awesome!
January 25, 2021

Love how fast my items ship. So far everything has been in great condition, can't complaint. I am addicted to this app!

Date of experience: January 25, 2021
Michigan
2 reviews
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Glorious Gucci!
January 25, 2021

I purchase the Gucci GG Supreme Medium Dionysus Bag and it was GORGEOUS! In incredible condition, shipping was extremely fast and the entire experience was seamless. Thank you RealReal!

Date of experience: January 25, 2021
Alabama
1 review
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Love the range of items available. The descriptions are always thorough with exact size measurements.
I wish we could search by condition of the items. So many opportunities to buy new items with tags too. Items always ship timely and are packaged well!

Date of experience: January 25, 2021
California
1 review
2 helpful votes
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Received damaged merchandise
February 24, 2021

Been a customer for about 1 year... ordered boots and a dress and they arrived in one box.
Sadly the boots were damaged and the dress was to big.
I reached out my local sales rep., no response as of yet. (Day 3)
I reached out to customer service, and have not had a response yet either (day 3).
Returning both items and am being charged for each individual item $11.95 x 2 = $24.00

The RealReal attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: January 25, 2021
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Return refund
February 26, 2021

Fine. Customer support was helpful as always but I waited longer than usual for a return refund.

Date of experience: January 25, 2021
Colorado
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Great experience!
January 25, 2021

It's been a great experience buying with you guys, you always on top of everything!

Date of experience: January 25, 2021
Maryland
1 review
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Pleased
February 26, 2021

Love The real very pleased with products. I have made a number of purchases with quality items.

Date of experience: January 25, 2021
Alabama
1 review
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High Quality
February 26, 2021

High quality items in pristine condition and good prices.

Date of experience: January 25, 2021
Georgia
1 review
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Great purchase!
January 25, 2021

The product was exactly as presented. Arrived timely and I love it!

Date of experience: January 25, 2021
Louisiana
1 review
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Always a perfect experience!
January 25, 2021

Never do I ever have a bad experience with the Real Real. The website is just plain amazing and you can't beat the selection!

Date of experience: January 25, 2021
District of Columbia
1 review
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Alexander Wang Bag
January 25, 2021

Good price, pictures, and prompt shipping. My only criticism is that the leather was significantly drier/more worn looking than I expected from a "very good" condition description.

Date of experience: January 25, 2021
Texas
1 review
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Very pleased
January 25, 2021

A friend of mine told me about The RealReal. She was very happy with the pair of Chanel 2009 runway shoes that she had just acquired. I have not been disappointed! The quality and the price is amazing and the extra $$ promotions are really real!

Date of experience: January 25, 2021
North Carolina
1 review
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Great color and perfect size
January 25, 2021

Excellent condition and fits perfectly! Arrived quickly as well.

Date of experience: January 25, 2021
Colorado
1 review
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Great Site, Best Designer Deals
January 25, 2021

I've purchased a number of items from the site. Easy- fast delivery- items as described! For designer-couture- this is the best site to view and purchase. I love my most recent purchase, a Sandro top!

Date of experience: January 25, 2021
Texas
1 review
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Great deals‼
January 25, 2021

Shop at this site for my baby granddaughter. Super deals on new items as well. Quality merchandise!

Date of experience: January 25, 2021
California
1 review
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He was pleasant and knowledgeable
January 25, 2021

Great, We were able to make the purchase thanks
I was having difficulty plus explained everything thoroughly

Date of experience: January 25, 2021
Australia
2 reviews
23 helpful votes
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Purchased a Chanel skirt on the site but was sent a completely different item of very similar colour but the brand is Torn by Ronny Kobo. I sent a message to the RealReal asking them to look into the matter and refund, they responded saying they will look into it but there was absolutely no follow up after that. I messaged again and they have just ignored the 5 or 6 messages thereafter. I am out of pocket for an outrageous amount + and stuck with something that I cannot wear. If anything this is complete fraud so please do not shop from this site. It is not worth the risk given how bad their customer service is.

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Date of experience: January 23, 2021
Tennessee
1 review
1 helpful vote
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SOLD ME A FAKE BAG
February 21, 2021

The RealReal sold me a fake Louis Vuitton bag. The stitching is off. It's does not have the correct hardware, nor the right zip closure. I have been emailing for almost two weeks with customer service requesting to speak with an authenticator and they literally won't do it. Do NOT buy from here.

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Date of experience: January 22, 2021
Virginia
1 review
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My experience with The RealReal was abhorrent. I regret having ever made a purchase through this company. In summary, I was sent an item that was completely different from what I ordered. I was issued a return label for the incorrect item which I used to return the incorrect item within days of having received it. I was originally asked if I would prefer to still have the original item shipped or receive a refund. I requested still have the original item shipped but, instead, received multiple confusing emails that appeared to be copy-pasted messages about issues unrelated to my case. After I was eventually informed that my original item could not be located/shipped, I was informed that I would not be refunded until I provided a tracking number for the returned incorrect item. Since I had returned the incorrect item weeks prior and the tracking number was not requested at that time, I was unable to provide it. I was then instructed to contact UPS to hunt down the tracking number or else I would not get a refund. I was also informed that I could expect only a partial refund and would be charged for the return shipping cost of the incorrect item. After about a month of disputing these issues with The RealReal I was finally issued a full refund. I have never before had such a miserable experience with an online consignment company and do not plan to ever shop with The RealReal again, based on how I was treated throughout this experience.
Order #R*******
Item #WFLLE*******

The RealReal attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: January 21, 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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Founded in 2011
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