THE OUTNET  Reviews 

8,921
•
TrustScore 2.5 out of 5

2.5

While we don't verify specific claims because reviewers' opinions are their own, we may label reviews as "Verified" when we can confirm a business interaction took place. Read more

To protect platform integrity, every review on our platform—verified or not—is screened by our 24/7 automated software. This technology is designed to identify and remove content that breaches our guidelines, including reviews that are not based on a genuine experience. We recognise we may not catch everything, and you can flag anything you think we may have missed. Read more

Review summary

Created with AI, based on recent reviews

Evaluating 1,076 reviews, most reviewers were unhappy with their experience overall. People frequently express frustration because customer service is completely unresponsive, leaving countless emails unanswered and phone lines perpetually disconnected or unavailable. Buyers also face major hurdles regarding severe order delays, unexpected customs charges, and a complicated return process that often lacks essential shipping labels. Some reviewers were happy with the items, noting that certain purchased products are actually very good and the clothing options are lovely. Longtime consumers mentioned they previously enjoyed shopping here successfully for many years before recent systemic changes caused widespread disappointment. Despite the prevailing issues, some shoppers still consider it their favorite online store to browse.

What people talk about most

Order

People report negative experiences with order processing, noting severe delays of several weeks and missed... See more

Customer service

Clients share negative opinions on customer service, highlighting widespread frustration over prolonged... See more

Product

Users describe ambiguous interactions with product, as some consumers highlight that certain purchased items... See more

Delivery service

Reviewers highlight deep frustration regarding the delivery service, noting that packages frequently take... See more

Return policy

Consumers find return policy to be exceptionally frustrating, reporting severe difficulties in obtaining... See more

Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Had mainly positive experiences over the years - although service delivery has never been quick but there have been changes to the website and nothing works, prices on uk website persistently in usd,... See more

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Do yourself a favor and check average review stars before and after late spring 2026. That's when this website got bought out, and its new ownership has set out to mark their territory by p_ssing... See more

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Ive been shopping with The OUTNET for years but they have made some changes recently ,that put me off shopping with them for a very long time, if not forever! My advise-only buy from them if you are... See more


Answered by reviewers

Created with AI, based on reviewer opinions







Company details

  1. Clothing Store
  2. Men's Clothing Store
  3. Women's Clothing Store

About THE OUTNET

Written by the company

THE OUTNET is the online destination for luxury fashion at discounted prices.

Since 2009, it has showcased style that lasts, by offering past-season womenswear and menswear, including exclusive capsules, from world-leading designer brands.

Dedicated upcycled product collaborations, and circular fashion services, THE OUTNET Resell and THE OUTNET CARE & REPAIR, further its mission to extend the life of luxury products.

THE OUTNET provides worldwide shipping to over 100 countries and a multi-lingual Customer Care team available 24/7.

Frequently Asked Questions


Contact info

2.5

Poor

TrustScore 2.5 out of 5

9K reviews

5-star
4-star
3-star
2-star
1-star

Asks customers to review

This company invites their customers to review, whether positive or negative

Replied to 48% of negative reviews

Typically replies within 2 weeks

How this company uses Trustpilot

See how their reviews and ratings are sourced, scored, and moderated.

2.5

All reviews

(8,921)

1,238 reviews in the last 12 months

Write a review
Companies on Trustpilot aren't allowed to offer incentives or pay to hide reviews. Reviews are the opinions of individual users and not of Trustpilot. Read more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Returns not being refunded

Items returned, now at my own expense as they “don’t support returns from Jersey” over a month ago haven’t been acknowledged and refunded. £££ out of pocket and no meaningful comms. Buyer beware. This is a shocking experience having been a customer from day 1. They also sent a survey to see how they are doing! Tone deaf.

2 September 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible

Terrible. The goods I ordered and paid for never arrived. Still waiting for the refund and the customer service doesn’t reply.

2 September 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Delay and lack of information

Delay and lack of information an absolute joke! I have been very happy with most of my purchases in the past but an order placed on 11th August hasn't yet been shipped and I only discovered that the company is in a legal dispute with shippers from an internet search - no useful information from my enquiry with customer service. This is totally unacceptable

2 September 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I have been using THE OUTNET for years

I have been using THE OUTNET for years, and even though I gave it time to adjust after the transition, I find the whole experience extremely disappointing. Shipping now takes up to six weeks, which is simply unacceptable, and the app is still almost unusable even after several weeks.

As a long-standing customer, I expected the transition to improve the experience, not make it significantly worse.

2 September 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Don't buy any designer product from THE…

Don't buy any designer product from THE OUTNET!! After one time wear their Valentino sandals look like a trash, definitely different than my other Valentino's quality and they don't do anything for that. Worst customer care service ever.

16 July 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Terrible store

Terrible store - I have been trying to return an item for over a month and they wont send a return lablel. Never buy from them - they are horrible.

1 September 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I used to love the outnet and regularly…

I used to love the outnet and regularly purchased from them but I made a big order end of July, it arrived 20th August. I made a return request on the 23rd and they sent an email confirming the retrun request but saying they're reveiwing it! Which is not legal. I emailed them on 25th asking. for the return label and then since then have emailed al ost everyday and just get crazy automated emails (some don't amke sense) Today it said Hello TheOutnet Chatwoot Forwarder. I am asking my credit card company to help now and will never shop there again.

1 September 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 2 out of 5 stars

No more shopping at OUTNET. Bad service, my refund never arrived at all. Not an honest website.

I was a THE Outnet shopping platform customer for at least 8 years. Recently, they changed hands to a new owner. I have a store credit of USD 276.40 since 31st July 2026. Each time I write in, they will always say the store credit is in. But it never appears in my account. When I ask for a refund, they say they do not do rrefunds Whereas the previous owner will refund us immediately if we change our mind. I strongly suggest that you should not shop here. Now they also charge a delivery fee and taxes even though you have reached the minimum spend. So, consumer, please be careful if you want to shop on this platform, THE OUTNET. Not recommended at all.

31 July 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 2 out of 5 stars

What happened Outnet!?You used to be so good:(

Ive been shopping with The OUTNET for years but they have made some changes recently ,that put me off shopping with them for a very long time, if not forever! My advise-only buy from them if you are 100% sure you want to keep the item as the return process is a nightmare! Thank God I used PayPal as they got my money back within a week as THE OUTNET doesn't respond to any emails or messages!

27 July 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I ordered blazer for a wedding on 6…

I ordered blazer for a wedding on 6 August 2026. I contacted customer service to confirm the delivery date with no answer to my email. Then on 21 August 2026 my order was just cancelled without any explanation. Prices are great but the customer service the poorest I experience so far.

21 August 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Avoid at all costs

Avoid at all costs, literally!! I wish I had read recent reviews. Ordered a coat and does not fit and I am been given the run around, after nearly 2.5 weeks of trying to return, no further forward. I am likely going to be stuck with the coat and out of pocket. All I have been told is issues with warehouse and new system but this seems to be a pattern and others have clearly had the same experience. I will never shop with them again or net a porter, too risky.

31 August 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Your order 1707ZSUYP2601H is now on its…

Your order 1707ZSUYP2601H is now on its way to you!

This is what you told me on July 17th, I have never recieved anything and you still have not given me a refund. You basically have stolen my money!!! This is a horrible company with the worst customer service I have e3ver had!

17 July 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Defective/Damaged Blouse — Still No Return Label After a Month

I ordered a blouse on July 28, 2026, and after waiting much longer than expected and repeatedly checking on my order, it finally arrived defective/damaged and unwearable.
When I followed up about the delay, I was told that my order was taking longer than expected because they were making “essential improvements to our website, app and warehouse operations.”
Since receiving the damaged item, I have contacted customer service through their website, by phone, and by email to request a return and refund. Instead of resolving the issue, I have repeatedly been told that my request needs to be sent to another department for review. I have been made to jump through hoops at every step.
Today is August 30, and I still have not received a return label or a resolution. I have emailed them at least 10 times regarding this issue.
This has been an incredibly frustrating experience. The item arrived damaged, yet I am still having to spend my time chasing the company just to return something I cannot wear. At this point, the lack of customer service and failure to resolve a straightforward defective-item return is extremely disappointing.
Be very aware before ordering from this company. Based on my experience, their customer service has been terrible, and I would not feel comfortable ordering from them again

27 July 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Unable to Return My Order ,Still Waiting for a Return Label

I received my order late, and now returning the item has turned into an absurd and completely unacceptable ordeal.

There was no return label or paperwork included in the parcel, and I have now been asking for a simple shipping label for nine days. Instead of actually sending it, I receive an apology email every couple of days, yet I am still unable to return the item.

I was also given a 10% discount code as an apology, which rather fittingly does not work either.

It is honestly ridiculous that a customer has to repeatedly chase and practically beg a company just to be able to return a product. This is frustrating, disrespectful and completely unprofessional. At this point, I have absolutely no desire to shop here again

20 August 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Not refunded after 2 months

I placed an order and it took over 2 weeks to arrive. The discount code they offered me as an apology did not work. After I returned my items using their courier, the parcel got lost - and this is where my problems REALLY started. That was 2 months ago and I still have not received a refund. I've often had to wait 2 weeks with no response to my emails during that time. I've tried to raise a complaint with them about it and it has been ignored. I've honestly never had such a bad experience with a business in my whole life. I'm £800 out of pocket and have no indication that I'll get this back soon

3 June 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

AVOID if ordering to Switzerland

I have been ordering from The Outnet to Switzerland for many years without issues. However the issues this year, I would not use them again. They have started to charge for postage over 300CHF order, it's taken over 3 weeks for items to arrive. They have removed return labels with DHL from box, and need to email them to receive returns information. Been waiting a week so far for this. I have also receive import duty fee from DHL, despite paying The Outnet this in the original order. Zero response to email(s).

The new website update is awful. Filters do not work (lowest / highest price etc). The sizes are all mixed up with local sizes, brand sizes, sizes by top, sizes by bottom, which is completely ridiculous. Not worth the efforts.

30 July 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

They scamed me

I ordered a pair of Valentino boots and a pair of Christian Louboutins. After a long 30 days, the package finally arrived. Despite everything being in stock, they hadn’t bothered to ship it on time. When it did arrive I was clever enough to film the unboxing and it turned out exactly as I expected: they’d scammed me. They’d sent me two pairs of cheap, no-name shoes. A week later, not a single email has been replied to. It’s been a week and they haven’t even bothered to respond. They’ve definitely scammed me big time.

25 August 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I have completely lost confidence in THE OUTNET

I have completely lost confidence in THE OUTNET

I have been a loyal THE OUTNET customer for years and have always considered it one of the better luxury outlet retailers. Unfortunately, my recent experience has been extremely disappointing.

I have been waiting over a month for a return label and have contacted customer service three times, yet the issue still hasn’t been resolved.

Since the recent ownership/operational changes, the entire experience seems to have deteriorated — from the website and returns process to customer service and communication. What used to be a seamless and reliable shopping experience now feels incredibly frustrating.

I understand that THE OUTNET is currently going through a site, app and warehouse migration, but customers shouldn’t be left waiting weeks simply to return an item.

I genuinely hope the company gets these issues resolved, because at this point I have completely lost confidence in shopping with THE OUTNET.

28 August 2026
Unprompted review
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Scam

Scam, no shipment since 25st of July. No reply.
Just took money and vanished.
No possibility to leave a review, no social media info on this.
Horrible that the site is still selling items..

28 August 2026
Unprompted review

The Trustpilot Experience

Anyone can write a Trustpilot review. People who write reviews have ownership to edit or delete them at any time, and they’ll be displayed as long as an account is active.

We use dedicated people and clever technology to safeguard our platform. Find out how we combat fake reviews.

Learn about Trustpilot’s review process.

Here are 8 tips for writing great reviews.

Verification can help ensure real people are writing the reviews you read on Trustpilot.

Offering incentives for reviews or asking for them selectively can bias the TrustScore, which goes against our guidelines.

Take a closer look