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Zulily

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Zulily Reviews Summary

Zulily's reputation reflects a significant decline in customer satisfaction, with many long-term shoppers expressing disappointment in product quality and customer service. While some appreciate the variety of offerings, a prevalent concern is the inconsistency in product quality, often described as low and poorly represented online. Customers frequently report frustrations with shipping delays, cumbersome return policies, and inadequate customer support. The shift in management appears to have exacerbated these issues, leading to a general sentiment of disillusionment among previously loyal customers, urging the company to reassess its operational practices to regain trust.

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512
value
515
shipping
533
returns
409
quality
479

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Washington
2 reviews
9 helpful votes
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Customer service was horrible smart mouth lady on the other end talked to me like i was stupid. Made me feel like she was doing me a favor. I think not. Clothes are cheep and it takes forever to ship... snail mail... dont do it. You'll be disapointed...

Date of experience: October 27, 2017
Pennsylvania
1 review
6 helpful votes
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Very Satisfied
October 28, 2017

I was surprised to read so many negative reviews about Zulily. Ive made several purchases from them over the last few years and have been satisfied many more times than not. Ive ordered clothing (adult and children), shoes and home/kitchen accessories. Ive only had to contact customer service twice and each time the matter was resolved satisfactorily, even with their no return policy, and the reps were very courteous. I have noticed lately however that sometimes items are returnable.

Many of the items Ive gotten from Zulily have outlasted garments Ive purchased from the major department stores. Additionally, you can find items that are different and you dont find in department stores. I always get compliments on my Zulily garments.

While it can sometimes take up to two/three weeks to receive a purchase, after a couple of orders I realized this and just wouldnt order anything I needed right away. I have at times received my purchase in less than 10 days. Also, I adjusted to the fact that my entire order might not be shipped at the same time. But the things Ive ordered have been worth the wait.

Date of experience: October 27, 2017
New York
2 reviews
6 helpful votes
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Good experience!
October 27, 2017

I have been shopping online at Zulily.com for 2-3 years now and it has always been a pleasant experience. Only bad side is there is a no return policy.

Date of experience: October 26, 2017
Canada
1 review
4 helpful votes
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Love Zulily
October 27, 2017

I just started to order from them recently. So far so good. As far as shipping goes I find them to be upfront as to delivery times. I've even received my shipments early than stated. Although they don't accept returns (I'm in Canada) I have received refunds on a couple of items that weren't up to par and was told to keep the items or donate. If you need something for an event I'd order 2 to 3 weeks ahead. The site is quite user friendly.

Date of experience: October 26, 2017
Arizona
1 review
5 helpful votes
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Takes too much time
October 26, 2017

I ordered on October 16th. It still hasn't shipped. Ordered from three different places and have received all other three orders. Zulily's isn't even in route. I did read the reviews, but hoped it was a bit exaggerated. I guess, shame on me for not believing the negative instead of the positive. My son went on a red ribbon day without his special stuff. He lived though. Unless I want to wait a real long time I might stay away from this sight. Competition is out there. A few may like this idea, but majority holds the ultimate impact. Just saying. I'm not upset, just disappointed in myself for not making the right choice... I will make another review after my order arrives. Hope this helps some other parent...

Date of experience: October 26, 2017
North Carolina
1 review
4 helpful votes
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Most things I order are cheap so if they don't fit I just give away. A couple times I ordered expensive items that didn't fit or really bad quality for the price. I called customer service & was helped immediately. Once I was told to keep the item & was given full credit. Another time I was allowed to send item back & received credit - shipping. Was ok with this as it states no returns. As for home items, make-up, etc., have been pleased with items.

Date of experience: October 25, 2017
Washington
1 review
3 helpful votes
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Just dont!
October 24, 2017

Placed my order on 9/20. Showed shipped on 10/7 but Fed Ex had no tracking information. On 10/23 I reached out to zulily and was told that my package was undeliverable and retuned to them. Said they were sorry that it didnt go as planned and gave me a $10 credit. Liars! I would have been able to track it if that was the case. They say they will issue a refund. Waiting to see if that happens. What if I didnt call them? Would they keep my money? Why not just be honest and tell me they couldnt fulfill my order? Never again, keep your credit!

Date of experience: October 24, 2017
Kansas
1 review
2 helpful votes
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Happy customer
October 23, 2017

I have been ordering from Zulily for 2 years now and with only a couple of minor glitches am very satisfied with the company. The customer service is better than it used to be and the online app is user friendly as well. When ordering you have to allow 2-4 weeks depending on where they are getting it from so I just factor that in and dont do last minute shopping with them. With one exception everything Ive ordered has looked nice and been good. The trick is to pick from companies you know when ordering products if you can. Overall I am very satisfied and would recommend Zulily to my friends, and have.

Date of experience: October 23, 2017
Rhode Island
1 review
5 helpful votes
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Mixed reviews
October 23, 2017

So i have been ordering from this company for awhile. Some things come wrong color. Some things come damaged. Some just plain ole crappy. And other times i love some items. It is hit or miss with these guys. The shipping does take forever. And it's hard to differentiate if they are Chinese sizes or US sizes. And customer service is about the worst I've come in contact with. Here's the thing, if you don't shell out a lot of money in the first place then you won't be too disappointed if the stuff sucks. You have to know which brands are good. Suzanne Betro stuff is great. Anandas Collection is great too. Whereas Hot Ginger is terrible. If your not willing to do the research on each of the items then definitely don't order from them.

Date of experience: October 23, 2017
Australia
1 review
4 helpful votes
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Glad check reviews
October 22, 2017

Glad I checked the review won't be ordering, thank you guy's for you feed back. Looks beautiful the kids wear but don't want to put up with drama sounds like the quality isn't great.

Date of experience: October 22, 2017
Ohio
1 review
7 helpful votes
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I've been shipped the wrong product and they said I must send them a picture in 48 hours in order to potentially get a refund. This is ridiculous for a product I didn't order. I still haven't gotten the items I ordered. Very, very poor customer service. Agree with other poster, should have read reviews before ordering. Simply awful.

Date of experience: October 18, 2017
Colorado
2 reviews
8 helpful votes
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Comes from China
October 18, 2017

It should be illegal to put on a website an order will be shipped in 3 days. Not true. It is made in China, processed in China, shipped from China on a VERY slow boat. Over 2 months to get merchandise

Date of experience: October 18, 2017
California
2 reviews
8 helpful votes
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Awful experience
October 16, 2017

The return process is awful. They charge both shipping and returning fees which in my case is higher than the item itself. I wish I had read reviews before ordering. #AmazonRules

Date of experience: October 16, 2017
Illinois
1 review
9 helpful votes
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The fitted sheets did not stay on the bed... cheap elastic. Within the first week, the sheets started pilling with wear. Who wants to sleep on tiny irritating little pill balls! I wrote Zulily and was basically told S. O. L. I would never use them again

Date of experience: October 15, 2017
Illinois
1 review
5 helpful votes
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I ordered a piece of accent furniture from Zulily. It came totally tore up and broken up. They will not replace or refund or even give store credit for the item. I've had other issues in the past with items and they've given store credit. Even with the employees full names you can still not talk with the same person to try and rectify the issue. After the 6th call and emails I still have no resolution. Everyone says that they have communicated with the Accounting department to provide the refund because they can't figure out how to process it back to my credit card. Poor service. They ask you to rate the items but won't the ratings so others can see it. Wish I could give them a ZERO star rating. They are only one step above scam artists. I had referred 3 other people to buy from them and they are having intermittent issues with them too. I will never buy from them again. It's not worth it. Spend tons of time on the phone and emails and then getting upset with them. They are the definition of INCOMPETENCE.

Date of experience: October 15, 2017
New Hampshire
1 review
6 helpful votes
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I ordered a sweater and boots on October 4 for a gathering on October 21, thinking that would be plenty of time... WRONG! I should have read all the fine print because I will definitely not receive my order in time, when I contacted them they tried to sell me on how they can offer us such great offers and how great they are. If that's the case, why does the vendor have to ship to zulilly first, then zulilly sends it to the customer, taking over 30 days for delivery? What a waste of shopping time and money. I am so disappointed. Their customer service is nonexistent

Date of experience: October 11, 2017
Australia
1 review
2 helpful votes
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I really enjoy shopping with Zulily, there are so many items to choose from. The quality of garments is excellent and the service is great.
Thanks Zulily!

Date of experience: October 9, 2017
Georgia
1 review
6 helpful votes
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I ordered a top on 9/3 for a party on 9/15. It still hadn't arrived so i bought something else. The top from Zulily arrived on 10/7, more than a month after the order. I no longer needed it and I don't care for how it looked so I wanted to return it. They wanted to deduct shipping and "restocking" fee so that my refund was less than $5.00 Horrible customer service and a ridiculous return policy for an online clothing outlet. Don't use them! Amazon is best.

Date of experience: October 9, 2017
Missouri
2 reviews
9 helpful votes
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Any website that tries forcing me to sign up without even having the benefit of seeing what products and features they have, deserves a one-star rating. I REFUSE to give up my email address and etc only to find out a website doesn't have what I'm looking for while getting pelted with promotional emails.

Date of experience: October 8, 2017
Illinois
1 review
6 helpful votes
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It is absolutely complete outrageous. I ordered boots on 9/17 and they are have not reached me. And oh yes, Customer service does not see anything wrong with that, the opposite! Person on the phone tried to convince me that they are sooo valuable and popular because of their deals! Gosh, how can they forget that time is one of the most valuable things these days..

Date of experience: October 7, 2017