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VestiaireCollective.com, the best of pre-owned fashion at 30 to 70% off original retail price.
















The overall reputation of the company reflects a mix of strong customer satisfaction and notable concerns. Positive feedback highlights the platform's reliability, thorough authentication process, and a seamless purchasing experience, which many users appreciate. Customers value the wide variety of products and the ability to negotiate prices. However, negative aspects include frustrations over service delays, issues with returns, and a perceived lack of direct customer support. Additionally, some sellers express dissatisfaction with the platform's pricing and commission structure. These insights suggest a need for improved communication and support to enhance the overall customer experience.
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So far Vestaire has been a pain and the fees are higher (almost 50%) than what they said that they would be. I can even get me shipping label...error after error. So disgusted so far.
Was looking for a winter jacket & thought I'd be out a minimum of $300 for a decent one that was ethically & sustainably made. Vestiaire was suggested as as option. Got a lovely high end jacket in great condition for half the price. Shipping and authentication was much faster than anticipated. My wallet & I are happy and I can survive these unusually frigid temperatures!
Vestiaire might as well use an AI system only for their chat service, because its CS staff just don't listen, almost gives you the impression that the company never provides a proper staff training or a manual for the consultation. For ex., the person just provided zero response other than asking for your personal info then simply disappeared from the chat, ignoring your msg. So if you happen to get a great item by luck and w/o experiencing gliches in its sytem, congrats. Otherwise it will be one of the most stressful, time consuming experience ever-and your issue will never be resolved. To recap, this company shows a typical example of a global company that cares more about business expansion than value and trust.
Dear Chris, we are sincerely sorry to hear that you are not satisfied with our services and thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
We will keep working to transform the fashion industry by empowering our community of fashion activists!
Your feedback is precious to us and we would like to look into your request. Should you need to contact us, do not hesitate to use our dedicated email form here in our dedicated FAQ article "Contact Us". Our teams will contact you as soon as possible to provide you with an explanation and solution. We thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Best regards,
The Vestiaire Collective team
I bought 2 luxury bag within a week both shipping is fast that's great n the first LV bag I received the actual item is even better than it first described in the listing. I am so happy that I decided to give you a full 10 stars rating even after I read so so many bad reviews but today I received my balenciaga fur bag the size is so so much smaller in your listing 30x20x15cm but turn out is 23×17x12 it's 7cm shorter n a shoulder became tote bag. Lucky I offer the seller a much lower price n he accept if not I pay a much higher price for a tote bag! And I won't bother to waste my time asking for return n refund after I read all the reviews here I believe I will get more trouble by doing that. Now I really think twice b4 making any purchase from Vestiaires, I feel like I have to take risk n gamble. I added the picture of the measurement of the bag u go n see! Really disappointed first order already got problems I even recommended to my friends now I take back my word!
Dear Cherryl, we are sincerely sorry to hear that you are not satisfied with our services and thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
We will keep working to transform the fashion industry by empowering our community of fashion activists!
Your feedback is precious to us and we would like to look into your request. Should you need to contact us, do not hesitate to use our dedicated email form here in our dedicated FAQ article "Contact Us". Our teams will contact you as soon as possible to provide you with an explanation and solution. We thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Best regards,
The Vestiaire Collective team
This is an awful website BEWARE you will be scammed!
I ordered boots from a vendor on their site over 300 dollars! I received ups tracking that my package was delivered to New York, I am in Texas! I contacted both the seller and this site the seller basic told me
She was out of the boots and the money and never responded again!
The versataire collection offered no assistance either no response! I think this site is a scam! I am now trying to get my money back! With the bank
Dear Jennifer, we are sincerely sorry to hear that you are not satisfied with our services and thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
We will keep working to transform the fashion industry by empowering our community of fashion activists!
Your feedback is precious to us and we would like to look into your request. Should you need to contact us, do not hesitate to use our dedicated email form here in our dedicated FAQ article "Contact Us". Our teams will contact you as soon as possible to provide you with an explanation and solution. We thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Best regards,
The Vestiaire Collective team
I was overcharged and disappointed with a purchase that is not authentic. You will not be able to reach the company. The company it's a misrepresentation. I can't get a refund but told I can resale it.Thsts not what the print states
Do not buy from. This company
Dear Kyeisha, we are sincerely sorry to hear that you are not satisfied with our services and thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
We will keep working to transform the fashion industry by empowering our community of fashion activists!
Your feedback is precious to us and we would like to look into your request. Should you need to contact us, do not hesitate to use our dedicated email form here in our dedicated FAQ article "Contact Us". Our teams will contact you as soon as possible to provide you with an explanation and solution. We thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Best regards,
The Vestiaire Collective team
I bought a bag for over 700$ this is my 4th purchase. Ive spent over 1300$ in 6 months. I forgot to add their promo code which would have saved 60$ on my 700$ purchase. Not a big savings but something. Anywho. Since the order was placed even same day they are unable to assist with the modification of the transaction or even offer an account credit. THIS IS THE KIND OF CUSTOMER SERVICE YOU GET FOR YOUR BUCK. No thanks. Never again.
Dear Denisse, we are sincerely sorry to hear that you are not satisfied with our services and thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
We will keep working to transform the fashion industry by empowering our community of fashion activists!
Your feedback is precious to us and we would like to look into your request. Should you need to contact us, do not hesitate to use our dedicated email form here in our dedicated FAQ article "Contact Us". Our teams will contact you as soon as possible to provide you with an explanation and solution. We thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Best regards,
The Vestiaire Collective team
I started selling on vestiere earlier this year. I had already been selling on a couple other sites without any issues. What I like about this site is the fact that it seems you have unlimited photos that you can add to your listing. The worst thing is if you sell something somewhere else they don't have a search bar in order to remove an item. You must scroll through all your items in hopes to find what you need to remove. No categories for bags coats tops etc. The only separation is the men's and the women's and children's. It wasn't so bad when I only had a couple hundred things, doable. But since they took over Tradsey and thousands of my items transferred it's like looking for a needle in a haystack. I have emailed them about this no response. Also they're make an offer it's a joke. People will make offers and you accept and then they don't purchase it. I tried opting out and I'm still getting offers. Please add a search bar to seller's listings. You are also not able to edit your listings. You would have to remove them and start over.
Dear Jewel, we are sincerely sorry to hear that you are not satisfied with our services and thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
We will keep working to transform the fashion industry by empowering our community of fashion activists!
Your feedback is precious to us and we would like to look into your request. Should you need to contact us, do not hesitate to use our dedicated email form here in our dedicated FAQ article "Contact Us". Our teams will contact you as soon as possible to provide you with an explanation and solution. We thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Best regards,
The Vestiaire Collective team
I was sold a product for over $400 that did not match the pictures nor the write up and they will not take back the mis-represented purchase and refund my money. I have corresponded with them for over for 2 months, and each time they write back to me the give me a NEW reason why they will not refund my money. THIS SITE IS A SCAM, SAVE YOUR MONEY!
My Proof of purchase and email correspondence which Vestiaire Collective will not take back the product which does not match the description the product they sold to me.
7 Oct 2022, 15:10 CEST
Return an Item that did not match its description Ref: 249XXXXX
Hello,
I'm finding it impossible to reach anyone about an Item I purchased that did not match the description. I would like to return it, but cannot see how to do that and just keep getting the run around. Ref: 2494XXXX. The leather is ripped on the Gucci wallet and there is no chain as was shown in the picture and in the description.
Could you please help me with with this return, by contacting the appropriate party for me within your company?
Thank you so much.
Dear PK, we are sincerely sorry to hear that you are not satisfied with our services and thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
We will keep working to transform the fashion industry by empowering our community of fashion activists!
Your feedback is precious to us and we would like to look into your request. Should you need to contact us, do not hesitate to use our dedicated email form here in our dedicated FAQ article "Contact Us". Our teams will contact you as soon as possible to provide you with an explanation and solution. We thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Best regards,
The Vestiaire Collective team
I sold a handbag to someone in New Zealand on 7/12/2023. Since it was a purchase in another country, the sale was to be shipped to Vestiaire headquarters for authentication and quality check. It arrived to headquarters 7/17/2023. I then receive notice that the quality of the bag did not match my listing. One issue was that it was missing a crossbody strap. I immediately contacted the buyer as well as customer service to let them know that the strap was packaged separately in a plastic clear bag for extra protection and shipped in the same box as the bag. Customer service then tells me there was never a strap and the box only had the bag. I know for a 100% fact that I shipped the bag with the strap. I specifically remember packing it in separate plastic and putting it directly on top of the bag, in the shipping box, then filling the rest of the box with shipping air pillows for extra cushion. Vestiaire is now telling me I need to prove I sent them the strap. Out of my 6 years of online selling with over 10,000 sales on other platforms, not once did I ever think I needed to video record myself packing an order. I ship handbags like this frequently and not once had someone lose the strap that was wrapped separately. Vestiaire is now refusing to cover the cost or compensate for a bag they lost the strap to. I will now be stuck with a $350 Coach bag I cannot sell for nearly what I could with the strap. I'd love to just get my bag back with the strap but would also appreciate them to take accountability and compensate me for the sale even if that means they keep the bag. I'm hoping for a resolution other than them telling me I'm out of luck unless I can prove I shipped the strap. Although I know I shipped the strap with the bag, I did my due diligence and checked my shipping station and no strap was found, as expected. Their quality control team clearly threw the strap away with the box and instead of taking accountability, they are pinning it back on me. I'm hoping they do the right thing. I will be removing all of my inventory and will no longer sell on their platform.
Dear Kelsey, we are sincerely sorry to hear that you are not satisfied with our services and thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
We will keep working to transform the fashion industry by empowering our community of fashion activists!
Your feedback is precious to us and we would like to look into your request. Should you need to contact us, do not hesitate to use our dedicated email form here in our dedicated FAQ article "Contact Us". Our teams will contact you as soon as possible to provide you with an explanation and solution. We thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Best regards,
The Vestiaire Collective team
They wouldn't let me return my item when it arrived & I was u happy with it. They don't do returns for their private sellers even though these people can be selling items that have been misrepresented. This is just awful customer service.
Dear Gary, we are sincerely sorry to hear that you are not satisfied with our services and thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
We will keep working to transform the fashion industry by empowering our community of fashion activists!
Your feedback is precious to us and we would like to look into your request. Should you need to contact us, do not hesitate to use our dedicated email form here in our dedicated FAQ article "Contact Us". Our teams will contact you as soon as possible to provide you with an explanation and solution. We thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Best regards,
The Vestiaire Collective team
I sold 1 pre-loved classic Lady Dior bag on this site, the experience was ok. However, when I tried to sell a brand new in-box Chanel Spring and Summer collection 2022, the 'Experts' in the team rejected my bag and doubted the origin of my bag which i have the original receipt to proof.
During the 1st rejection, they sent me an email to apologise for not knowing about the contemporary collection in Chanel. They offered to keep my bag at their HK hub, but made a mistake (again) by sending it back to me in Singapore. They then re-listed my bag, and after much effort, I found another buyer. I then proceed to re-send to HK Hub, and i was told it is rejected as they doubt the brand of origin.
Due to the "Experts' lack of knowledge, they wasted my time from June to Oct, when I could have sold the bag else where.
Dear Mathilda, we are sincerely sorry to hear that you are not satisfied with our services and thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
We will keep working to transform the fashion industry by empowering our community of fashion activists!
Your feedback is precious to us and we would like to look into your request. Should you need to contact us, do not hesitate to use our dedicated email form here in our dedicated FAQ article "Contact Us". Our teams will contact you as soon as possible to provide you with an explanation and solution. We thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Best regards,
The Vestiaire Collective team
They constantly asked me to buy different kinds of prepaid cards to get my money back!
First, they asked me to buy $200 of AMEX prepaid card to activate my account.
Then, they put my sale on hold and asked me and the buyer to buy $800 worth of prepaid cards in order the remove the hold on the sale.
After I purchased prepaid cards, they said they are unable to transfer the funds back to my JP Morgan Chase bank account. Then, they asked me buy greendot card and One Vanilla Card to get all of my funds back.
Right now, I did not get any of my money back!
Dear S R., we are sincerely sorry to hear that you are not satisfied with our services and thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
We will keep working to transform the fashion industry by empowering our community of fashion activists!
Your feedback is precious to us and we would like to look into your request. Should you need to contact us, do not hesitate to use our dedicated email form here in our dedicated FAQ article "Contact Us". Our teams will contact you as soon as possible to provide you with an explanation and solution. We thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Best regards,
The Vestiaire Collective team
They stole my money - order no *******. I received the saddle bag with a huge defect in the front of the strap (flap) bag, it was cracked! The bag was supposed to be new (never worn)! Vestiaire Collective checked the condition of the bag and they sent me that bag. I returned the bag and they accepted it! I paid 15.103,00 polish złoty and they transfered me only 13.672,65 zł! I lost 1430, 35 zł! I was scammed! DO NOT BUY FROM Vestiaire Collective! I'm now refering my case to European Union Consumer Ombudsman. Please do the same!
Dear Marta, we are sincerely sorry to hear that you are not satisfied with our services and thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
We will keep working to transform the fashion industry by empowering our community of fashion activists!
Your feedback is precious to us and we would like to look into your request. Should you need to contact us, do not hesitate to use our dedicated email form here in our dedicated FAQ article "Contact Us". Our teams will contact you as soon as possible to provide you with an explanation and solution. We thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Best regards,
The Vestiaire Collective team
If you really want to help me, please give me the answers to my questions.
I have once again summarised the facts as you know or ought to know that this item does not meet its description. It is beyond belief that you continue to state that it does.
1. The bracelet was advertised with certificate of authenticity
2. Based on the description I decided to buy the bracelet
3. When the bracelet arrived, it turned out that the certificate was left blank, notwithstanding the fact that Van Cleef & Arpels (hereinafter VCA) is very thorough with issuing certificates.
4. The certificate is a vital part of the agreement and a blank certificate will have an impact on the re-sale value, even if this is a genuine VCA bracelet.
5. Can you please provide me with either a full refund or a certificate issued by VCA as advertised when I entered into the agreement?
Can you please explain why the blank certificate is not mentioned in your answer? Can you please provide reasons as to why you think that a missing certificate or blank certificate is not an issue when you know or ought to know that I cannot easily get a replacement certificate from VCA? This is not even the brands standards!
I am looking forward to receive a detailed answer in relation to the blank certificate.
Yours sincerely,
M.
Dear Madhevi, we are sincerely sorry to hear that you are not satisfied with our services and thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
We will keep working to transform the fashion industry by empowering our community of fashion activists!
Your feedback is precious to us and we would like to look into your request. Should you need to contact us, do not hesitate to use our dedicated email form here in our dedicated FAQ article "Contact Us". Our teams will contact you as soon as possible to provide you with an explanation and solution. We thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Best regards,
The Vestiaire Collective team
I have purchased an item from Vestiaire Collective. They were also the seller of the product. Based on their information in the ad, I should receive the following: a bracelet, box, pouch and a certificate. These parts were present on receipt, but an incomplete certificate was missing. This is not stated anywhere in their ad, but is critical to the validity of the product. I paid for an authenticity service and they haven't reported anything about this either. An empty certificate is something that is absolutely not common and was marked by the brand as very striking/alarming. I have received a product that does not meet the description. The certificate is not complete and for me this is an invalid purchase. I have been misled and I would like a refund. After a lot of contact with Vestiaire Collective, they indicate that I can return the bracelet and that they want to authenticate it again. However, this is not my issue. This is an incomplete certificate. So the only solution for me is a refund. Even if it's an authentic product, I don't want it because it's incomplete. So this should be reported. That didn't happen. Vestiaire Collective came up with their solution today, namely: the bracelet under my name again. Also here in the new advertisement AGAIN does not indicate that an empty certificate is attached. Unacceptable and I don't agree to be duped here. They also take 50 euros as a commission for re-placement. Very bad communication and service!
I made a purchase on 28/07/2022, the item was never received. I reported the problem to the Vestiaire Collective, they said they would contact the company responsible for shipping and so far (10/6/2022) nothing. It should be noted that the company (UPS) confirmed that it did not deliver the item. The Vestiaire Collective is not responsible or professional. They haven't refunded me the value of the article so far and they just keep rolling me with emails and emails with no solution in sight. They're nothing more than scammers and I don't recommend it!
Dear Ines, we are sincerely sorry to hear that you are not satisfied with our services and thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
We will keep working to transform the fashion industry by empowering our community of fashion activists!
Your feedback is precious to us and we would like to look into your request. Should you need to contact us, do not hesitate to use our dedicated email form here in our dedicated FAQ article "Contact Us". Our teams will contact you as soon as possible to provide you with an explanation and solution. We thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Best regards,
The Vestiaire Collective team
Product not as advertised and very long shipping time. I ordered a designer purse. From the pictures on their website the colors seemed subtle and muted. The actual bag was bright vibrant colors of purple, kelly green and yellow which greatly limits the outfits I can pair the bag with. I sent pictures and they responded with images that didn't look like what was posted on their website, which i pointed out. Additionally, it took 1 month to clear customs which was unexpected.
They were responsive to my emails but didn't offer any real solutions. With customs they kept asking me if it cleared … it was on me to call fedex to manage that process. Their fix for the purse being not as advertised was to repost it and they would receive another full fee on the resale … on top of the $750 in taxes I paid as it came from out of the country.
Dear Jean, we are sincerely sorry to hear that you are not satisfied with our services and thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
We will keep working to transform the fashion industry by empowering our community of fashion activists!
Your feedback is precious to us and we would like to look into your request. Should you need to contact us, do not hesitate to use our dedicated email form here in our dedicated FAQ article "Contact Us". Our teams will contact you as soon as possible to provide you with an explanation and solution. We thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Best regards,
The Vestiaire Collective team
I had never used this platform before. I wasn't sure what to expect. I still haven't been paid for the "sold" item and they stole my shoes from another transaction. I immediately removed my account. I will never use them again!*****
I have sold an item on VC, item was shipped by VC and has been delivered.
VC sent me an email to confirm they would transfer my payment within 24 hours(as per selling agreement)
What then ensued, was a catalogue of lies and misinformation. 6 days after the email to confirming the payment would be transferred, I am still without my money and VC no longer responds to any communication. I now receive a random message, once a day, around midnight, claiming my file has been passed to this agent and they are investigating or some similar nonsense. It is at the very minimum, an attempt to delay the payment of my money, if not, its close to sharp practice, according to UK law. VC has probably the worst customer care i have ever experienced in any sizeable business, its a disgrace.
Dear H H, we are sincerely sorry to hear that you are not satisfied with our services and thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
We will keep working to transform the fashion industry by empowering our community of fashion activists!
Your feedback is precious to us and we would like to look into your request. Should you need to contact us, do not hesitate to use our dedicated email form here in our dedicated FAQ article "Contact Us". Our teams will contact you as soon as possible to provide you with an explanation and solution. We thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Best regards,
The Vestiaire Collective team
I just made my very first purchase with you all, Christian Louboutin Leather ankle boots ref# *******, received confirmation and order number *******, only to receive another email less than 10 minutes later saying the item was no longer available, and they are issuing a refund, that will take 72 hours to receive my money back. This is very disheartening because I needed these boots for a party next week, they were perfect for my outfit. I now have to wait 3 days for my money, when I did absolutely nothing wrong, but patronized your business. EXTREMELY DISAPPOINTED
Dear Donaa, we are sincerely sorry to hear that you are not satisfied with our services and thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
We will keep working to transform the fashion industry by empowering our community of fashion activists!
Your feedback is precious to us and we would like to look into your request. Should you need to contact us, do not hesitate to use our dedicated email form here in our dedicated FAQ article "Contact Us". Our teams will contact you as soon as possible to provide you with an explanation and solution. We thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Best regards,
The Vestiaire Collective team
Answer: There are a lot of honest sellers and buyers there (I consider myself one of them) but if anything goes wrong, Vestiaire will do nothing to help, they will spam you with auto replies
Answer: This exact thing happened to me. Completely different top than what was posted. And it still passed their "inspection". I am still fighting with them to no avail. Good luck.
Answer: Dear Peggy, we kindly inform that as soon as you close your account, your ads will be withdrawn and not visible anymore. Best regards
Answer: Dear Vanessa, you will find on the self-titled FAQ article right below: https://faq.vestiairecollective.com/hc/en-gb/articles/360004969178-Vestiaire-Collective-s-return-policy Best regards
Answer: They don't have an email or phone number. Just the link to the chat, so you can never be sure that your message has gone through.
Answer: Dear S R., we regret not being able to get back to you any sooner. We highly suggest to report this message, as we confirm that refunds are automatic and no action on your side is requested. Thank you very much!
Answer: Dear Tanya, we are sorry to hear that you haven't received your payments! Make sure to contact us in Me > Help on the App, if assistance is still required. Best regards!
Answer: Dear Elizabeth, thank you for your question. We must inform that our lines are currently closed! Make sure to find our available contact methods directly on our Contact Us article, in our Help center. We remain available for any further questions or queries you might have. The Vestiaire Collective Team
Answer: Dear Rana, we are getting back to you regarding the processing of your recent purchase. Please note that if your item has been handled in our warehouse in New York, our services have been put on hold for a few days and kindly inform that we are fully operational now! Please rest assured that we remain available for any verification, if you haven't received your purchase yet. Thank you very much for you for your understanding, The Vestiaire Collective Team


Dear Rita, we are sincerely sorry to hear that you are not satisfied with our services and thank you for taking the time to share your experience.
We will keep working to transform the fashion industry by empowering our community of fashion activists!
Your feedback is precious to us and we would like to look into your request. Should you need to contact us, do not hesitate to use our dedicated email form here in our dedicated FAQ article "Contact Us". Our teams will contact you as soon as possible to provide you with an explanation and solution. We thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Best regards,
The Vestiaire Collective team