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The RealReal has a rating of 2.4 stars from 5,304 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally dissatisfied with their purchases. Reviewers complaining about The RealReal most frequently mention customer service, good condition, and final sale problems. The RealReal ranks 8th among Discount Clothing sites.

  • Service
    671
  • Value
    645
  • Shipping
    609
  • Returns
    536
  • Quality
    584

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Positive reviews (last 12 months): 10.2%
Positive
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Neutral
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Top Positive Review

“Buyer & Seller since 2015”

Barbara G.
10/4/24

I have been a big seller and buyer on The Real Real since the beginning of the company in 2015! I have made about $400,000 selling pieces that I was not going to wear again. Also, I am a buyer of mostly "pristine" and "excellent" items on consignment. There are so many people who buy things and not wear/use them at all, and sell them new in the box with tags!

Date of experience: 10/4/24
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Top Critical Review

“Therealreal is a scam”

Barbara S.
10/5/24

Therealreal is a scam. They take high-value items for consignment and list them at ridiculously low prices, allowing their internal employees to steal them from online clients' carts or even after payments have been made. They cancel transactions and resale the items to their friends, who then post them on eBay for a profit. Please do not consign with this company; you will receive almost nothing for your high-value stuff. The company has no control over their employees, so employees do whatever they want, including defrauding their customers and running a side business for themselves

Date of experience: 10/5/24
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New York
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June 6th, 2020
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I love the real real, always recommend to friends. Great prices and selection.

Date of experience: June 6, 2020

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Texas
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January 14th, 2021
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I've been purchasing from The Real Real for quite some time! Absolutely love!

Date of experience: January 14, 2021

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Rhode Island
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March 24th, 2021
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Great prices on designer clothes and jewelry. I love looking and seeing what is new on your site

Date of experience: February 20, 2021

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Hawaii
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July 28th, 2020
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This was my first purchase on The Real Real and it exceeded my expectations - Great job! Thank you

Date of experience: July 28, 2020

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California
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March 23rd, 2021
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Wrong sizes often for example sz 44 jacket as xs assumed that it was sz 34 for US

Date of experience: February 21, 2021

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Hong Kong
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January 11th, 2020
Verified purchase

Should show us what they mean by " slight stain here and there " by showing in pictures?

Date of experience: January 8, 2020

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TRR S. – The RealReal Rep

Hello Gigi,

Thank you very much for sharing your feedback.

This information will be forwarded to the appropriate department for review. We sincerely appreciate you shopping with us at The RealReal.

We will have a Customer Service agent reach out via email to further assist.

Please let the agent know if you need assistance with anything else.

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Georgia
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January 12th, 2020
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This is my go to site for quality luxury items... i recommended it to all my friends too...

Date of experience: January 12, 2020

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Florida
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April 5th, 2021
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The gentleman who helped me was so kind and stayed on the phone until my issue was resolved

Date of experience: March 1, 2021

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California
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May 5th, 2021
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I just want items back and i have asked via email and tried to call w no luck.

Date of experience: March 4, 2021

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California
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August 24th, 2020
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I absolutely love the bag I purchased it is beautiful and flawless and looks like new, never used.

Date of experience: August 24, 2020

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California
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February 9th, 2021
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I have always enjoyed shopping with The Real Real! The items are great at an even better price!

Date of experience: February 9, 2021

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Arizona
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September 10th, 2020
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Item as described quick delivery. It would have been nice to have the dust bags for the boots.

Date of experience: September 10, 2020

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New York
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May 5th, 2021
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Ordered 2 things. 1 has arrived the other has not. No updated tracking information for last 2 days.

Date of experience: February 25, 2021

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Florida
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June 6th, 2020
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I am working with Ruth she is so amazing always very helpful with anything and questions I have

Date of experience: June 6, 2020

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California
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May 18th, 2020
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Every single time I have purchased with The Real Real (which has been a lot) I have been surprised at how great each item is.

Date of experience: May 18, 2020

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Georgia
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February 16th, 2022

First an LAST purchase was 2014; took purse to gucci store an was told it WAS A FAKE!
IT'S ALL A FRAUD KEEP YOUR MONEY!

Date of experience: February 16, 2022

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New Jersey
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January 8th, 2020
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I purchased a great pait of boots. But did. Ot fit. With one easy step i was able to make a return.

Date of experience: January 8, 2020

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New York
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March 1st, 2021
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Love my new Sonia Rykiel black bag
When it was listed as pristine condition I jumped
It really is as advertised
Perfect

Date of experience: January 28, 2021

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Canada
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August 16th, 2022

Can't UNsubscribe. Emails are ignored. SHAME shame Shame on being SUCH a CRAP COMPANY. Horrible EVERYTHING, Terrible Customer Service, etc., etc.

Tip for consumers:
DON't let them have your email!

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Date of experience: August 16, 2022

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Pennsylvania
1 review
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October 29th, 2019

Recently returned. Certified mil, received by them. A week ago
E-mailed them for a response -no reply
NOT A GOOD SELLER

Date of experience: October 29, 2019

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California
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May 18th, 2020
Verified purchase

This went well, I appreciated the coupon and made my first purchase and carry the bag in ANOTHER bag for makeup.

Date of experience: May 18, 2020

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California
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August 13th, 2020
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Real Real is definitely my go to place for fab designer stuff!

Date of experience: August 13, 2020

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Texas
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May 22nd, 2020
Verified purchase

Love the dress was so beautiful. And service was great. Never disappoint.

Date of experience: May 22, 2020

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Arkansas
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December 30th, 2020
Verified purchase

Ease of ordering, quality product, fast delivery, well priced, quality as described.

Date of experience: December 30, 2020

Thumbnail of user susanm2041
Illinois
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July 28th, 2020
Verified purchase

I live close and it is easy to drop off and consign

Date of experience: July 28, 2020

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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...

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