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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.
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I always have an excellent shopping experience at your virtual store. It is made easy the detailed description and photos of the product. Keep up the good work!
Reliable, fast, varied selection of fashion items, including haute couture. Easy to scroll through favoured colours and sizes.
Items delivered with gentle care, in good conditions and Fairly priced
I love the real real! This site gives me an opportunity to purchase items I wouldn't otherwise be able to afford at full cost. I like that I can choose based on condition as well and my items always arrive as described. I have purchased two items so far and will be buying more.
I am blessed to be able to shop whenever I want but I come back to RealReal every few days because it's such a joy to get great pieces at amazing prices, and feel assured that I'm helping save the planet by not buying new. LOVE the merchandise, the service and the efficiency!
I have been consigning and purchasing for 3 years and it's been amazing. I trust their products and also mine with them. I will be a lifetime customer.
I purchased a Hermes bracelet. But when it came in I was very disappointed that it was tiny. I sent it back to the company for a refund. The process was easy.
Received my last shipment, a beautiful coat by DRIES, but it had used kleenex in the pocket, kinda gross in the age of covid
I shop real real often. Descriptions are right-on and all merchandise is packed and shipped quickly and professionally.
I never have to worry about designer merchandise being fake, as everything is authenticated and in beautiful condition. Love the site!
Beautiful shoe, fast delivery. This is my second purchase and I will definitely be making more purchases!
I enjoy shopping therealreal. It's a great place to get vintage luxury which I love. I avoid handbags mostly (even though I have bought handbags before and it was fine). I just don't enjoy the "no return" policy for handbags. I buy a lot of accessories and shoes from them.
Each day I check for new things. Selling is relatively easy although sometimes the time from drop off to listing can be quite lengthy. I did a number of drop offs of things to sell in December and quite a few of my items are still not listed on the site for sale. But overall it's very easy to work with.
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They refunded, but interest was charged. Mind you I sent back asap and directed them about items. Both items are for sale right now and both are incorrectly listed. Clasp will not stay shut when wearing. So long story short I feel into a trap. Cost me $75 to feel like crap. $30 to see first looks. Great.
I do not recommend Affirm or TRR.
My item was on sale with an additional $25 off for signing up to be on the email list. My item was in perfect condition and shipped very quickly. I would def recommend and buy from them again.
The quality and description of merchandise is great a
Great quality and super fast shipping! Will definitely recommend and purchase again.
I was amazed that my order was shipped and delivered so quickly, great job real real
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.
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