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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 emailed about a missing credit. The customer service rep responded quickly without additional information needed and resolved issue
Highly recommend purchasing items from this site, products looks exactly like the advertising. Had to make a couple returns, but the return process was easy and quite fast
Your Associate was very pleasant, professional and listened to clearly understood the reason for my phone call. She promptly provided guidance for my inquiry. It was a pleasure not to speak to a recording or an answering service that is placed out of the countrya real plus!
Hello Patricia,
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We are happy to know you have been receiving excellent service!
I'm a newbie to The Real Real and have been shown the ropes by Jamillah B, who has been super patient with me and all my questions and freaking out. I love the dresses that I picked out and I really appreciate the help in getting things shipped, held, returned, re-shipped and re-returned. I promise to be better next time! But, it's so wonderful to work with a company who has actual people to work with and make sure I was happy with not only the product, but also the process.
Hello Amy,
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The RealReal values your business.
Shopping and paying was easy. Shipping was fast with nice packaging. Bags were both in perfect condition. Will shop vere again and again!
Hello Nikki,
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We are happy to hear you are enjoying our service as well as your orders.
Jamilah was polite and professional when I called in Friday afternoon for the first time regarding a listed item description, which was unclear to me. She kept her promise and called me back with an answer Mon morning, so I could place my order. Appreciated the prompt response to my question. V pleasant to deal with Jamilah
Hello June,
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We look forward to assisting you in the future!
Thank you Jamillah for being helpful and thank you most for being such a pleasure! You made all of the difference in the world!
Jamillah was sweet, patient, attentive and so understanding! I called because I had to return a fabulous pair of shoes that did not fit and I was so disappointed as I wanted them for a special occasion. I would not hesitate to call again if I needed to knowing I would be taken care of and treated so kindly! Thank you so much Jamillah!
Hello Jeanette,
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I had the best experience working with Jamillah. She was professional, courteous, respectful and very efficient. Thank you Real Real for having professional helpful staff supporting your customers. It is your backend support system which makes our experience unique and special. Keep up with your successful business model.
Hello Cathy,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We are glad that you enjoyed the service you have received.
We appreciate your business and look forward to you shopping with us again soon!
I spoke to two customer care representatives and they were both very helpful in resolving the specific issue ( canceling an unauthorized purchase) and answering my questions. This is one of the reasons why I will continue to deal with your site.
Hello,
We sincerely appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. We appreciate your business. We look forward to you shopping with us again soon!
Amazing service. Went above and beyond to help me cancel my order. Courteous and eager to help. Very understanding. Really appreciate her help!
Hi Monica,
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We look forward to assisting you in the future!
This morning I canceled my order. Ms J engaged in tone of voice that was cheerful, empathetic, confident and considerate. What a difference it made to everyone else in customer service. They need a lesson from this very competent lady!
Hi Vivien,
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We appreciate your business, and look forward to you shopping with us again!
Had to get instructions regarding returning a purchase. My purchase was not up to my satisfaction. She help me maneuver through the process with professional i my purchase was not up to my satisfaction. She help me maneuver through the process with professional service and care.
Hi Johnny,
We truly appreciate you taking time to share your kind feedback.
We look forward to assisting you in the future.
I love shopping with The Real Real. Great products, professional customer service, and thoughtful follow up. Keep up the great work.
Hello Lauren,
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Speaking with Anthony who answered all my questions was a pleasure. I am very satisfied with the RealReal
Hello May,
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Have a great day!
Purchased a pair of boots that were to small around my calf and working with the Facebook crew was awesome and credited my account to cover my loss on duty and shipping
Hello Trish,
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We are so happy to hear that the issue regarding your order has been taken care of.
We appreciate your business and look forward to you shopping with us again soon!
No matter when you call there seems to be 10-20 minute cue on the phone before a representive is available to answer. Fortunately, every representive has been professional, helpful and capable. So the only compliant is regarding the time it takes on hold before you reach the exceptional personnel.
Hi Robin,
We sincerely appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback with us. We apologize for the extended hold time as our business has flourished.
We appreciate your business. We look forward to you shopping with us again soon!
Very patient and helpful. Answered all my questions with ease. Helpful with products and questions I had with previous orders. She provided exceptional customer service.
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Bought a very large purchase of many items. Quite a few items were stained and a many others were not as described. I returned the items I could in the allowed time and consigned back the ones I couldn't return (because they were discounted). I returned them all in one box as they were all going to the same address. All the items had been RMA processed online and had the correct paperwork enclosed. Anyone one would assume this would be fine. Even the customer service women I spoke to after told me it happens all of the time. But they just decided to take all of my items and consign them because I apparently put the consignment label on the box, instead of the return label (even though they go to the exact same address). So, because of the outside shipping label, they couldn't process my return and I was out hundreds of dollars. Sounds like a scam to me. Absolutely ridiculous!
Do not buy from them. Shame on them for treating their customers like this!
Id had an incredible engagement ring in my obsessions for months. My boyfriend was skeptical of buying a consigned peice, so I requested more photos of the ring to get a better idea of the characteristics of the center stone, etc. Jamillah at The RealReal went above and beyond and sent nine new photos of the ring by itself, on a hand, in different lighting... exactly what we needed to be certain it was the one.
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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