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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 5th among Discount Clothing sites.

service
709
value
676
shipping
638
returns
559
quality
608
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Massachusetts
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Good prices
June 2, 2020

I have only ordered a couple of things from the real real, but I've been pleased with what I ordered. What I have ordered was in very good condition and was as stated.

Date of experience: June 2, 2020
Florida
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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My rep, Stephanie, is always professional, on time and a pleasure to work with. I like how easy the RealReal makes it to consign items with them.

Date of experience: June 2, 2020
California
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Consigning with TheRealReal
June 2, 2020

I appreciated the reply I received regarding my recent inquiry, but this time it took me 2 times to get a response, but I realize these are unusual times. But in the past, I've always been impressed by the customer service and proficiencies working with TRR.

Date of experience: June 2, 2020
California
1 review
2 helpful votes
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Bought a white lv multicolor courtney bag, it arrived filthy! They photo enhance the pictures of the bags! No return policy, final sale! First and last purchase!

After rinsing and cleaning the sponge 10 times to remove filth all over bag! Sponge was worn out
This is how they advertised bag looks in good shape, but it clearly was not!
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Date of experience: May 28, 2020
Pennsylvania
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Recently - no trouble. Previously - easy going dissolving. Thank you! HC

Date of experience: May 26, 2020
TW
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Highly recommend
May 26, 2020

Great item! Fast shipping and good quality.
Highly recommended!

Date of experience: May 26, 2020
Texas
1 review
8 helpful votes
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The Real Real
June 24, 2020

Buyer be ware. The real real will sell anything from their high end people who consign clothing to them. Including their worn out shoes, handbags and clothing. The problem comes in when it's listed in their real big sale. Because they falsely advertise these items and you can not return them. I find this a deceptive practice.

I have photos of such merchandise. I love to secret shop. That is not all they do. They can't get any sizing correct. Everything is way off. They are a one of the worst run companies I have ever shopped at and I have bought items everywhere.

I hope this review saves someone time and money.

Date of experience: May 25, 2020
Ohio
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Love the shoes and handbags
May 25, 2020

When it comes to designer clothing, unless you know the designer, sizes can be all over the map, so I tend to avoid. But shoes and handbags are my weakness. And for that reason I give The Real Real high marks. I love them.

Date of experience: May 25, 2020
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great customer service
May 25, 2020

I get personal emails and phone calls about my consignments

Date of experience: May 25, 2020
Louisiana
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Overall pleased with site
May 24, 2020

I have purchased and sold many items on TheRealReal over the years. Although I haven't sold as high of product cost and have not made huger purchases, I am a frequent shopper and buyer. I respect their requirements for product quality. Wish the shipping were a bit more flexible to the value of the product purchased. Also, returns are easy, and final sales are understood, but the cost to ship back is taxing. Also, would desire some picture detail when they state minor spots or staining. There has been some inconsistency over the years, albeit improved, on description.

Date of experience: May 24, 2020
France
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Real real is for me the new shopping
Always a large selection of quality items

Date of experience: May 24, 2020
Germany
3 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Perfect fit
May 23, 2020

All my products come in a timely fashion not one bad experience

Date of experience: May 23, 2020
Tennessee
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great experience
May 23, 2020

I really love The RealReal. Always new items popping up. Always unique items with a range of price-points. The only problem is that you are like a kid in the candy store and have a hard time restraining yourself on what to choose and how much to buy.

Date of experience: May 23, 2020
Washington
1 review
0 helpful votes
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My dream watch
May 23, 2020

I have been wanting a Corum gold coin watch since I was about 20 years old and I finally bought one. I am totally happy with my purchase. It looks brand new and runs perfectly.
Everything about the purchase was perfect, or should I say as smooth as clockwork!

Date of experience: May 23, 2020
California
11 reviews
39 helpful votes
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I have purchase a few items from Real Real. They were all delivered in a reasonable amount of time and in the condition they said they would be in. No surprises. Most of things I would not have purchased if I had to pay the full retail. Great to look for things you have always wanted, but could not afford them.

Date of experience: May 23, 2020
Japan
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Always great
May 23, 2020

Love the real real because they always give me great support.

Date of experience: May 22, 2020
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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TRR IS REAL
May 23, 2020

So efficient. So responsive! I described by phone pieces I was interested to consign. Suzy Pai set a FaceTime meeting and within 39 minutes, she photographed and took down a description. The following morning she came to collect them. She is delightful and responsive.

Date of experience: May 22, 2020
California
1 review
2 helpful votes
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My experiences with TRR have all been wonderful. Sometimes, shopping online can be difficult due to sizing issues, etc.
TRR staff are all quite understanding and ready to please with a suitable outcome. They have a wonderful marketing and customer service team to back up their merchandise. I am thrilled by most of my acquisitions and the available wardrobe choices!
Highly recommend doing business with TRR and enhancing your personal wardrobe the sustainable and intelligent way!

Date of experience: May 22, 2020
California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Temple st clair pendant
May 23, 2020

I loved the pendant, great and good price
Thanks at lot

Date of experience: May 22, 2020
Colorado
5 reviews
21 helpful votes
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I cannot believe how terrible this company is! They have not returned a pair of shoes I consigned with them. I asked for them to be returned months ago. I understand that these are strange times but they are still asking for consignments and selling items they just seem unable to return my shoes and no one will give me the courtesy of a timely response. It is literally seems to be almost unlawful to not return what is MINE!

The RealReal attempted to help this customer through the SmartCustomer Resolution Center, but the customer did not respond
Date of experience: May 22, 2020

From the business

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
San Francisco, CA
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