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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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The real real is usually my go- to first visit for when I need a special outfit. I prefer to invest and own my items, then rent, personally. I also feel like thrift shops have become trendy and over picked making it very difficult to have access to products that I'm mostly interested in. I love that they make it so easy to sell and to buy, because it opens the pool of what is available.
Bought an LV Lockit PM Python bag. It was described as "very good". I was hesitant because it was not returnable. I got the bag and it is like brand new! This coming from a very picky person (like me)!
The service that I have received it outstanding. I very much appreciated being alerted that someone has used my ID and password from another P. C. in another town. I immediately change my password. Nothing was touched and I am so grateful they alerted me immediately. The items that I purchased from RealReal or excellent value far superior in price then Other sites and a fabulous selection as well.
So happy to have a luxury consignment/resale site where items show up and they're great. No funky smells, no weird rips or stains, all the items are exactly as described and beautiful. Takes the stress out of online shopping for luxurywear. I particularly value keeping clothes out of the landfill and consuming in a more sustainable way. I also love how theRealReal ships with minimal/reusable packaging and no tissue paper.
I got an allsaints tote bag and it was in perfect condition and delivered in good time.
I recently purchased a leather purse from The Real Real and it was more than I expected. The description of the item was very accurate and the condition was great. I will always turn to their website when searching for designer goods.
Received my Chanel bag and it was in good/ decent shape but listed in the description as "very good". It had visible scuffs and scratches that I would say make the bag look good- definitely not great.
I have bought many items and love every single one. In the rare instance of a return, their customer service representatives have been fantastic!
I thought a purchase I made was lost. I was very sad.
I called customer service to ask what to do? The person I spoke to was wonderful. She passed the issue on to a higher
Supervisor, who wrote to me, assuring me that they would look into it. If it never was found, I was told that I would be given
A full refund. I was very impressed. Fortunately, I found the package.
I have always had great experiences with The RealReal. I will continue to be a loyal customer.
This is the 2nd time I've ordered in a row where the item size does NOT match the description! I have now wasted $24 on shipping for items that don't fit! I purchased based off the description posted. For example I ordered Frye boots. It was listed as 8.5 but I received 6.5! The size was difficult to read but seriously just hold them up to another 8.5 and you can see how small they are!
Very nice employees I love the fact that they are on it to make sure their on the same page as the customer I love it
I own a similar sweater in the same size but the fit of this one was very different. They are hand knit which could account for the variation. TRR consistently makes returns
Easy and comfortable.
I love the bast selection of items and the prices are very competitive and fare.
Terrible service. My orders have been canceled couple of times saying that there was an error in the inventory. When I called first they said it was my credit card and then they gave me a complete different reason. I will contact google adds to report their fake business
I am VERY pleased with the way I've been treated by TheRealReal when I've ordered something. Getting help with a confusing transaction was immediate and thorough. Their behavior and meticulous attention to ease of transactions, high-quality offerings, and successful outcomes proves that these folks care a lot about their customers. I recommend them enthusiastically,
The purse was perfect. It was exactly as described. It was packed nicely.
Part of my order was wrong. It was a pair of mother jeans, but NOT the ones I ordered
Hopefully I will eventually get the correct ones
Leslie
From the consultant to the process to service, it is a great experience.
Care experience from TRR for my first bought. Only remember to extra USA customer that fee duty are on own debt! Really satisfied about the product.
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...

