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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 the best time finding the most amazing things to buy on the website. They only sell very good quality and I'm always happy with what I receive. If I'm not, they're very good about working with me to take things back or relist.
Fast shipping. Item is exactly as described/pictured. Dream... lived.
Great shopping experience! The choices are extensive and the prices are amazing. Had to return an item that was too large, and that was really easy.
I like the ease of shopping this way, the amount of information about the clothing, the search options and being able to look at items close up.
I could not think of a more suitable person to own this piece than myself. I cannot believe it languished and was discounted on top of that! Fights have broken out over who is going to steal this scarf from me. It's a true beauty! Thank you TRR!
Still dealing with obtaining a refund for all costs incurred by a purchase of a Tiffany and Co. Necklace when the item is clearly a counterfeit product! The links are poorly soldered (and this is quite evident to the naked eye), the box has 'jewelry case' marked on the front and the chain length does not match the length of an authentic piece.
Tiffany and Co. Also refused to clean/polish the necklace which indicates it is not authentic.
I had paid $2000 AUD with $400 on top, for import duties and tax (for items over $1000 when it is clearly of a significantly lesser value, being a counterfeit item).
Not only have they not sent me the documentation required by UPS for a refund. They stated they would reimburse me for these costs then in a later email, went back on their word!
They have also asked me to send back the item for a refund, when I have spoken to customs and have been informed that it is illegal to knowingly distribute/send and that the item should be destroyed.
Complete nightmare dealing with The Real Real when it is clearly a mistake on their end. The item is so evidently fake and they should've checked properly to avoid this in the first place.
Thank you TRR for a great experience both from a buying and selling perspective. Everything goes on seamlessly.
Ordered burberry trench and the liner was too large and sticking out at the bottom. Customer service rep Mary Frisby was very professional polite efficient and helpful I had been having doubts about whether I wanted to order further on the site and after my interaction with her I felt confident and ordered further items
I've spoken to the person who help me list the items multiple times about how unhappy I was with the or in g and that I wanted to pull items I sent. She claims to have reached out to the team that handles pricing for two separated items but nothing has ever come of it. It's pretty disappointing to be honest and makes me leery about selling on this platform moving forward.
Price was reasonable, item was just as described, original brand name packaging, service delivery was just as expected.
I was happy with the service but haven't heard back when I will get refund. That's why I gave 3 stars
I dont like that on the app whenever I update my ""obsessions " the previous page is not saved andnit goes back to the beginning.
The title says it all. East to order. Goods always in excellent condition and arrive within days
Pleased with the cufflinks we purchased, they arrived swiftly, and well packaged, looking forward to wearing them
I bought a pair of St Laurent Boots and they came super fast and were packaged exactly as you would expect if purchasing from a luxury retailer. Very happy with the description and presentation of my new shoes.
Found a pair of designer ballet shoes in great condition at an excellent price. Lightning fast delivery.
Love the clothes I buy- always good quality and condition and love consigning.
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...

