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Washington
1 review
3 helpful votes
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Ordered a dress based on their size chart. What arrived is something that's at least 3 sizes to small. Tried to return for free and get a full refund. They offered a 10% refund, would have to provide "proof" it doesn't fit, and I would have to pay to return the product. It's been two weeks now and they are saying I'm outside their return window. They only ever answer via email or FB messenger overnight and the phone number goes to the same person you're emailing. There's no way to talk to a different person to resolve the situation. DO NOT BUY from this company.

Date of experience: September 25, 2024
Canada
1 review
1 helpful vote
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I purchased 2 dresses and one crinoline. 1 dress and crinoline fit. Other dress I can't even get out very my head. I contacted them and they wanted me to pay for shipping.
Then they contacted me saying write a good review and they would send me another dress and I didn't have to pay shipping. I am supposed to let them see it before they will send it.
Ok here goes sizes are really off be careful. Material and quality is good. They take forever to get to you. I have a dress sitting in the packaging still.
I'm in Canada and those are American prices so I probably won't be buying anymore.

Date of experience: July 25, 2024
New York
1 review
3 helpful votes
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The products were not as advertised on the website and the company would not work with me on a return. Instead, they offered me to pay more money to get yet another subpar item. I requested to cancel the rest of my order after my experience with the first two items and they never sent my refund.

Date of experience: July 16, 2024
GB
1 review
2 helpful votes
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Positive at 1st
June 15, 2024

I ordered a bikini, took a while to arrive that's fine. It was lovely. Placed 2nd order. Size was so small. So requested a refund, eventually they got back to me offering to exchange i said no then offered a percentage off and keep the item, said no still waiting for a return label where I've got to pay the postage back!

Date of experience: June 15, 2024
New York
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Never again
June 27, 2024

I ordered 4 items the beginning of June and received a delivery date of June 12th. On the 12 items didn't come. I reached out through their chat but they were unable to help me. Then next day i received a new tracking for June 21st and thought maybe there was a delay. Well come the 21st nothing. So I reached out to customer service and they offered to send me the swimsuits again for an additional charge. I explained to them that it not necessary since I purchased elsewhere. (Swimsuits were for vacation that I was leaving for on the 22nd). Now they are telling me they can not refund nor can they replace the order since they claim it was delivered on the 12 even with me showing them the tracking for the 21st and delivery showing a different state. Horrible customer service. I will never order from this company again.

Date of experience: June 27, 2024
Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Ordered a dress, shoes, purse, gloves, everything for a party for my Mom who turns 90. I wanted to dress as they did in that period. Everything came and I was so pleased with all the merchandise. I'm sure my Mom will be surprised, and I am a happy shopper.
Great job, well done, Retro.

Date of experience: May 4, 2024
New York
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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The clothes and products (including shoes, hats, and accessories) are absolutely beautiful and well made. They always have a great deal on unique retro fashion, which I absolutely adore 🥰.
Not to mention, their customer service is impeccable. I had a slight problem with my last purchase and they quickly and efficiently resolved my issue. (Thank you so much to Luna for all of your help!)
I highly recommend this site if you love elegant and fashionable clothing with a retro flare.

Date of experience: March 19, 2024
Texas
1 review
1 helpful vote
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True Sizes
June 4, 2024

I liked the items I received. However, U don't think the sizes are true to USA sizes. They maybe more European/Asian body sizes. I still waiting to get Return Information which is not a speedy process.

Date of experience: June 4, 2024
Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Buyer beware!
April 2, 2024

Clothes are cheap quality and do not fit as well as in photos. The company makes returns very difficult and try to get you to spend more money to "exchange" but still keep your original item. Took 3 emails to get return address and actually still waiting for the address. Try to guilt the customer by saying returns are bad for the environment and try to get you to accept a partial return which is not equal to even half the amount of purchase. When something seems to go to be true, it usually is.

Date of experience: April 2, 2024
Canada
1 review
2 helpful votes
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Great clothing and service!
July 2, 2024

Items arrived quickly and as described. My usual size is a perfect fit. Customer service was quick to respond when I had a question. Will definitely order again!

Date of experience: June 16, 2024
GB
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Dress arrived and is lovely but not at all true to size- despite using the sizing chart, this is at least 2 sizes too small. Ah well, return and try again... no chance. The returns have to be sent to USA at your own cost, will have to obviously go through customs, so a refund won't be forthcoming anytime soon. The most worrying part though? Customer service knows that this is onerous and should know that it's also in breech of UK consumer law to have excessive delivery charges, so they offer a 30% refund to keep a useless item to spare you P&P and them doing refunds, also contravening UK consumer law. There are also laws re online purchases here- they must be refunded upon return regardless of the reason for the return (but unworn and in perfect condition) that are being blatantly ignored.

Very dodgy, either amateurs or scammers. Either way, reported to the relevant authorities. Also, have a look at the good reviews... bots all over the facebook ads as well.

Don't waste your money here- poorly cut clothing and a returns process designed to convince you to keep items that are useless to you.

Date of experience: May 24, 2024
Oregon
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Beautiful swimsuit
May 24, 2024

I'm really happy with the swimsuit I ordered. It's really well made and fit well. I intend on ordering another one because there are so many to choose from. And I want a dress or two, or three!

Date of experience: May 22, 2024
Florida
1 review
5 helpful votes
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Pretty sure it's a scam or will take so long to arrive (even though it said shipped from a US warehouse) that it's no longer needed. They send a shipping confirmation that can't be tracked and when you question, by email, they say give us 5 days to investigate. They never do, dress was only 40 bucks (plus 10 shipping), but still ticks me off because I need dress for an event. You would've thought ordering almost 3 months in advance would have been enough time. Should've just done Amazon, lesson learned.

Date of experience: March 6, 2024
Candy L. Retro Stage Rep
over a year old

Dear Customer,

I am truly sorry to hear about your recent experience with our shipping and customer service. We understand how important it is for our customers to receive their orders in a timely manner, especially when they are needed for a specific event.

We acknowledge that the delay and lack of tracking updates have caused frustration and inconvenience. We are taking your feedback very seriously and will investigate this issue promptly.

As for the communication issue you mentioned, we apologize if you felt that your concerns were not addressed properly. We strive to provide efficient and helpful customer service and will review our procedures to ensure that all customer inquiries are responded to in a timely and satisfactory manner.

Please reach out to us with your order number so we can look into this matter further. We value your business and would like to rectify this situation to the best of our ability.

Once again, we apologize for the inconvenience. Your feedback is extremely valuable to us as it helps us improve our services.

Best regards,
Retro stage Team
Email: service@retro-stage.com
Phone: 833-311-3320

Ohio
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Do not buy!
March 28, 2024

If I could give zero stars I would. I ordered two suits for a vacation and ordered both in the same size. Both XL. I received one XL and one size 2. Big difference. I emailed customer service because there is no way to return or exchange on their site. I have emailed back and forth for a week to just do an even exchange. No go. They wanted me to pay for shipping yet again and repurchase the item. No. This was their error and I shouldn't have to pay anything more. I argued that fact but they offered to send a new one, keep the old one and just pay $8. Again, no. I've already paid for the items and paid for shipping. They wouldn't even do an even exchange for items already purchased. I didn't even try on the size 2 as I couldn't even cover my right boob with both cups. Terrible service and will not make it right with the customer. Bad business and very untrustworthy. Look elsewhere.

Date of experience: March 28, 2024
Candy L. Retro Stage Rep
over a year old

Dear Customer,

I understand your frustration and I apologize for any inconvenience caused. I want to clarify that we shipped two swimsuits as per your order, one in XL and one in S size. We promptly offered options for return and exchange upon receiving your email. If there has been any misunderstanding, or if you need further assistance in this process, I am more than happy to guide you through it.

Please note, that if the error was on our part, we provide free return service. However, if you mistakenly ordered the wrong size, you would be responsible for the return shipping cost. We cannot resend a new item for free in this case.

That being said, we did offer you a better option hoping to resolve this issue. For a fee of $8, we offered to send you a new swimsuit without the need for a return. We have absorbed part of the loss in this situation.

If this solution still does not satisfy you, we regret that there is little more we can do. We have tried our best to assist you. We value your business and our goal is to provide the best customer service possible.

Best Regards,
Retro stage Team
Email: service@retro-stage.com
Phone: 833-311-3320

Australia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I LOVE My New Dress!
March 23, 2020

I absolutely love my new dress!
It fits perfectly and, unlike most online clothing, or just clothes in general, they are honest with their sizes, even allowing a bit of space for normal under clothing.
I can't wait to receive my next order from them!

Date of experience: March 22, 2020
Washington
1 review
9 helpful votes
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Avoid this site. Sizing chart lies, phone number goes to a random elderly medical device service, customer service through email is argumentative at best with zero help. Do not waste your money with these people!

Date of experience: September 1, 2023
California
1 review
4 helpful votes
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When Products are Bad!
July 7, 2021

I recently purchased a dress from Retro Stage and upon first wear, it ripped at the seam on the chest area. Now, before anyone gets upset or decides to deride me, please look at the photos. I am not a 'well endowed' woman nor am I overweight where I purchased the incorrect size.
This is a matter of poor quality and poor craftmanship, where all of the stitching and seams are very weak.
I have sent an email to their service department as well. If they respond appropriately, I will be willing to update the review. But for now, Do not waste your money on inferior products made overseas in a factory that has no proper oversight.

Date of experience: July 7, 2021
Candy L. Retro Stage Rep
over a year old

Willow,
Thank you for your message and so sorry to hear that.
May I know your order number?
You may also provide the email address or the name you used for your order for double-checking.
Once I find your order on our system, I will try my best to help you move on to the next step.

If there have any more request, please kindly contact me via email address: service@retro-stage.com
Or you can call (833)311-3320 Monday-Friday 9:00 am-6:00 pm PST ( Due to the world time difference, the phone will be unattended because of the off-duty. Please contact us by email, we will reply to your email within 24 hours, excluding weekends and holidays.)
Yours Sincerely,
Retro-stage Team

Florida
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Great quality product
October 4, 2021

It took a little to get here but I was impress with the quality of the dress. Got many compliments and thinking on getting more right now. I highly recommend this website. Beautiful options, classy and nice done.

Date of experience: October 3, 2021
Candy L. Retro Stage Rep
over a year old

Diana,
Thank you very much for sharing!
We will continue to work hard in the future to provide better products and services!
Thanks again for your feedback.
Any more requests, please feel free to let us know and we will surely try our best to serve you well.
Stay safe. Everything will be better.
Yours Sincerely,
Retro-stage Team

California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I keep coming back!
December 15, 2020

I have had a very good experience with this store. The dresses have amazing design and cut that really complement my shape, the vintage-inspired look is paired with modern fabrics that are lightweight and washable and the price is very affordable.
They always provide tracking number for their shipment and it always arrived in great conditions, whenever I experienced delays they were responsive and helpful in either helping me to track the package or providing a refund.
I am in love with the original designs and the variety of shapes and colors that the shop provides and I cannot wait to show off my new cute dresses! Most of these designs are modest and can be worn at work too!

+3
Date of experience: December 14, 2020
Candy L. Retro Stage Rep
over a year old

Adele,
Thank you very much for sharing!
We will continue to work hard in the future to provide better products and services!
Thank you again for your feedback.
Any more requests, please feel free to let us know and we will surely try our best to serve you well.
Stay safe. Everything will be better.
Yours Sincerely,
Retro-stage Team

Poland
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Very much recommended
September 26, 2019

I ordered 2 dresses already and I'm very happy with them.
They are really unique and lovely fitting. If you want to have something special and be sure no one else in the room will look the same - Retro Stage is a perfect choice.
Waiting time may be pretty long, but it should be considered, when you are at the other side of the world, so I would advise to make an order few weeks in advance to be sure they arrive on time.

Date of experience: September 25, 2019

Overview

Retro Stage has a rating of 3.1 stars from 751 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with Retro Stage most frequently mention good quality, many compliments and beautiful dress. Retro Stage ranks 105th among Clothing sites.

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