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Charlotte Russe

charlotterusse.com
casual, chic womenAge 13-18, 19-25, 26-45
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About the Business

Charlotte Russe is a U.S.-based fashion retail chain founded in 1975, specializing in women's clothing and accessories. Initially targeting teens and young adults, it now offers a broader range of styles. After facing financial challenges and being acquired by YM Inc. in 2020, the company aims to revitalize its brand and provide trendy, affordable fashion.


charlotterusse.com
+1 866-717-7008
USA
Charlotte Russe is part of YM, Inc.
Founded in 1975
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Business Highlights

General

Parent Company: YM, Inc.
Year Founded: 1975
Target Gender: women

Shipping

Shipping Cost: $6.95
Free Shipping: sometimes
Free Shipping Detail: for orders over $100

Returns

Return Policy: not free
Return Instructions: items must be returned unwashed, unworn, undamaged and with tags attached, accompanied by the invoice.
Return Cost: shipping fee

Sustainability

Sustainability Score: We avoid
Recycling Program: no

Product

Style: casual, chic
Body Fit: regular
Available Sizes: Women's (2XS, XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL)

Customer Service

Support Channels: phone, email
Support Phone: +1 866-717-7008
Support Email: cs@charlotterusse.com

Payment Options

Payment Methods: card payments, PayPal, Google Pay, Apple Pay, financing
Buy Now Pay Later: Klarna, Afterpay

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Reviews Summary

Charlotte Russe has a rating of 2 stars from 294 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally dissatisfied with their purchases. Reviewers dissatisfied with Charlotte Russe most frequently mention customer service, tracking number and store credit. Charlotte Russe ranks 86th among Discount Clothing sites.

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Georgia
1 review
5 helpful votes
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Do not shop from them ever. I've never experienced such a bad order as I did right now. Ordered two boots from their website, one regular price and one for $8. I was happy with one of them but the other arrived stained and with the right boot completely missing a buckle. I called, expecting to get the return these and get an undamaged pair. Nope. She said I could return these, get back $8, and put in a new order for them at the current price of $45. What on earth? First of all, they send out damaged products and then they dont even attempt to fix them? I'll be returning both pairs as soon as possible (in the store or else I have to pay for shipping for the undamaged ones) and never shopping there ever again. A pity since I always liked their physical stores.

Date of experience: November 6, 2014
Maryland
3 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Cheated?
July 19, 2017

I ordered the crochet trim off the shoulder dress in white. As you can see the material is soft and silky! When I got this thing it literally had the texture of a plastic bag and was see through as HECK. Will not purchase from here even though prices are low, but they come low with a cost!

Date of experience: July 19, 2017
Arkansas
1 review
1 helpful vote
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I recently ordered a jacket online, Ive had it a month and the lining has already shredded. The quality of it is absolute garbage! I contacted customer service, the only thing they would do is give me 20% to re-purchase the item. Ive been shopping with this company for 10+ years and at one point was an employee. The fact that they refuse to bend their return or refund policy due to QUALITY of products is absolutely ridiculous. Because of this I will no longer be shopping with Charlotte Russe. Their customer service and how they handle quality issues is pathetic!

Date of experience: May 3, 2016
Arizona
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Absolutely no refunds
December 30, 2021

I bought 3 sweaters at Charlotte Russe at Scottsdale Fashion Square without trying them on as the fitting rooms were closed. I commented when I purchased them that hopefully I would not have to return them. I tried them on in another store and didn't like how they looked so went back to return them. Then I was told that they wouldn't refund my money - they would do exchange only. I said they should have told me that when I bought them. They said they couldn't tell every customer that and there was a sign. The sign said EXCHANGE POLICY in big letters and a bunch of small print which I never read. There should be a sign with the word NO RETURNS on it. I told another lady in the store that the fitting rooms were closed and she couldn't return anything she bought. The manager then started yelling at me and told me to leave the store.

Date of experience: December 30, 2021
Pennsylvania
4 reviews
27 helpful votes
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Trashy!
March 7, 2018

Charlotte Russe used to be one of my favorite stores to shop in. Now all of their clothes look trashy! Who the hell decided that ratty looking clothes were in fashion?! I would rather have sweaters that did not look as if moths had been munching on them. I don't want jeans that have tears all throughout them. Hello! These clothes will not last, and then guess what happens! You have to spend more money buying MORE clothes.

Date of experience: March 7, 2018
Germany
1 review
4 helpful votes
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This is the worst online shop that ive tried! I ordered last october 7, and until now my package havent arrived yet, it was stated in their site that i will get my package within 24 business days but until now it havent arrive yet. They have lots of excuses. Ive ordered 12 items worth 208$ including the shipping fee. Im so disappointed. I will never ever order here again

Date of experience: November 13, 2013
Florida
1 review
2 helpful votes
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May 31,2022. Mary BA. I had a great experience walking into Charlotte Rouse in Altamonte. Very friendly staff and leadership! I was helped and greeted from the moment I entered the store. They helped me find exactly what I was looking for and at a reasonable price. I surely will return and recommend any shopping at this location in Altamonte! KB was amazing! Thank you

Date of experience: June 2, 2022
Florida
2 reviews
4 helpful votes
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I really like this store specifically for crop tops/tops, dresses, underwear, sandals, and jewelry. Been using this site for the last few years and never had any issues except the occasional out of stock product which has always been refunded.
They always seem to be having different sales/promotions going on.
I've spent anywhere between 6$ (with free shipping) and 100$ on a single order with no problems at all.
Nice quality and cute styles!
:D

Date of experience: March 26, 2018
New York
1 review
0 helpful votes
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It was my first time ordering online from them. I ordered 4 boots on 12-21-15 while they had the $20 sale. I was so worried after reading all their bad reviews but i have to say everything worked out wonderfully! I have no complaints at all! My orders shipped the very next day and the tracking was always upto date letting me know where my package was. I received my order in 4 days! I dont understand why everyone is having problems. Im a very happy customer! Also my shoes came brand new and without any mistakes.

Date of experience: January 1, 2016
Massachusetts
1 review
9 helpful votes
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I've been ordering online from Charlotte Russe for the past 5 years or so and they use to be great but past 2-3 months, online ordering has been horrible. One of my orders took a full 2 weeks to even get shipped out after emailing them twice about it. And their response both times was so generic I don't even think they read my email, just the subject line. Two times I've gotten emails about 8 days later saying my items are now out of stock. Why would it take that long to notify me? Now my current order that I placed Nov 25 and it's Dec 5 and still nothing about it being shipped. They've definitely changed something about how they handle online orders it was never this bad, nor do I have any of these problems with any of the other stores I order from. This is definitely the LAST time I will be buying anything from this company!

Date of experience: December 5, 2016
Arizona
3 reviews
8 helpful votes
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Quality on the decline
January 20, 2018

I have shopped here for years, the plain black leggings here used to be my favorite! They no longer carry those same leggings and have filled their stores with cheap material leggings that not only are see through but look scratchy. I used to buy a ton of stuff everytime I stopped by, I'm not sure whos picking the styles they now have but I am not a fan at all. I can barely find anything I like anymore. The quality in their clothing has definitely declined, and the swiftness of shipping online orders has as well. I'm very disappointed recently as I've always loved this store, it has been my go-to for a very long time. If something doesn't change, I will no longer be a customer.

Date of experience: January 20, 2018
California
3 reviews
12 helpful votes
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Never had an issue
April 27, 2018

I always order online because i purchase on their plus size line. I usually buy items on sale but otherwise their whole site has reasonable prices. Have not purchase shoes, or intimate wear so i cant help with that but their clothes is great contemporary and i love shopping at this site with all the promotions they offer. If you want a further discount sign up to receive email.

Date of experience: April 26, 2018
New Jersey
1 review
1 helpful vote
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WEBSITE!
July 25, 2016

Charlotte Russe was one of my favorite clothing stores. I've never had any problem with my shipments, never ran into any rude workers, etc. What's frustrating me about Charlotte Russe is how they've updated their website and they do not have an option for E-Gift Cards anymore, nor do their credit card years expand past 2020. I've spoken to many of their associates and not one knows when this will be fixed. I've been missing sales and cannot get a refund! They literally need to get their s@*t together because they've lost my business!

Date of experience: July 25, 2016
Louisiana
3 reviews
2 helpful votes
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Charlotte Russe is usually my go to shopping store. Recently, I've ordered 6 dresses and 6 sandals on their buy 1 get 1 $12.50 deal. When I got these items, they didn't give me the right dress and the dress they did give me was very ugly. All except for one of the dresses either was too small or too big and I ordered them all in medium. With the shoes, same situation. I was extremely disappointed with this purchase but I'll still shop at Charlotte Russe because I love their jeans, jackets, and dressy tops. I learned my lesson with ordering dresses online and I recommend that anyone who does order online, make sure you know your size in certain garments

Date of experience: June 9, 2017
Nevada
3 reviews
9 helpful votes
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I ordered a bunch of items at once (about 30) and they all came in one package, very quickly- which is so nice. The only reason they are not getting 5 stars is that they forgot one item (which happens when you order a ton of stuff at once; we're human) but instead of shipping me that one item they had to give me a refund which took about 10 business days (give or take). So now if I want that item I have to reorder it and pay for shipping all over again. I just wish they would've resent it because I haven't been able to find it in their local stores. Aside from that, they had customer service on weekends which responded quickly and kindly and the package was mostly accurate and it arrived fast.

Date of experience: September 20, 2012
Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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No problems
June 23, 2018

I've been shopping online here for years and have always had positive experiences. The most recent time one of my items I paid for was not in my order, I called and they gave me the credit for the missing item by the next day and they didn't question me at all, super helpful and friendly. My only downside is having to pay the extra money to have it shipped to Canada as it adds on a significant amount but other than that I've always been happy with my orders, I was surprised to see so many negative reviews

Date of experience: June 22, 2018
California
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Charlotte Russe stores in malls usually look like indoor garage sales, so I hate shopping in-store. However, I love online shopping at Charlotte Russe. I pick out at least 10 clothing items per order and they always come on time. They quality of their clothes is not the best, but you get what you pay for. For the price, I'm always very satisfied. I have yet to have a bad experience and recommend this website anyone who likes online shopping and trendy stylish clothes!

Date of experience: November 12, 2018
Michigan
1 review
2 helpful votes
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Love doing online shopping from charlotte russe. I've made 3 orders in the past 2 months because of all their sales and all have arrived super fast, within 2-3 days :) I've never had any problems. Also i'm usually super picky with shoes but i got a pair of boots during the $25 sale and i just LOVE them, they are super comfortable & cute & best of all, the perfect size.

Date of experience: September 26, 2014
New Jersey
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I just recently made my first purchase online. Charlotte Russe jeans are my absolute favorite and they were even cheaper online than what I normally pay for them. In addition to the jeans I also ordered sweaters, jewelry, and shoes. Everything was delivered very quickly, exactly as described and packaged very well. I will definitely be placing another order.

Date of experience: December 18, 2018
Ohio
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Never support...
March 22, 2017

This was my first and last night experience with them... ever. Customer service is terrible, they "have the power to do nothing", they claim their computers are "down" but I believe they just put you in hold for two minutes and come back to you with that claim. No supervisors available. Just horrible. The price could never make up for the aggravation.

Date of experience: March 22, 2017