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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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What I appreciate the most is the staff' ability to solve difficult situations. Whatever problem occurred, they always had a way to find a solution. Great job!
I was not permitted a return on my item and refund as I missed the 2 week period "from shipment date". However the item took longer than 2 weeks to even reach me because of delays due to Covid 19. I was given a credit instead. Very disappointing.
Good to buy good products.(although old clothes, of course)
Was a positive experience with a prompt response time. Thank you!
Great customer service through email or phone, always helpful and kind.
Glad it all worked out. Thank you!
The RealReal has an excellent customer service team. They summarize the question and provide a courteous, quick reply.
I have been shopping TRR for years. I found them as many people find online shops via an internet search engine. For the most part the items descriptions match the photos. Read the return policy twice. They do accept returns but not to clearance large discounted sale items. Thankfully you can consign it with them and you don't have to ver stuck with it.
Love RealReal. I have been buying and selling from the site for more than three years, except for problems with a few pieces, I am extremely happy and satisfied. Good service, easy website, choices of the merchandise, and reasonable price. Thank you.
I've been shopping at The RealReal site for a number of years now and have always been very happy with my purchases. The descriptions are usually very accurate and prices are in keeping with the item as far as brand and condition.
A bag (which is unreturnable) I was interested in had a description that didn't match the photo. The customer service representative I spoke with promised to check with the warehouse and she'd personally either call or email me the next day with the information. She told me to purchase it now and then if when she called me the next day I didn't get the answer I wanted I could cancel the order. Well she never called or emailed and now the bag has been shipped so I am stuck with it. TERRIBLE customer service.
The Rep is always on time. Always prepared, careful with my things, cheerful, positive and Informed.
I enjoy the RealReal website and its features, such as "favorites" and "add to waitlist". Selection is great and vendors usually respond quickly to enquiries.
I have ordered many items from The Real Real and have always been pleased. I have only returned one item and it was very easy.
Easy to use site and happy with both service and merchandise.
I love this company both buying and selling great things. Easy to deal with and definitely secure and honest descriptions of everything.,
Getting authentic luxury products with the best price and a great costumer advice in just one place: The RealReal
I love to buy and sell on this site. There are so many great bargains and hard to find items.
If we have to expect ground shipping that takes 2 weeks or more, the flat rate should not be$11.95.
Love the dress was so beautiful. And service was great. Never disappoint.
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...

