Historical Emporium has a rating of 4.9 stars from 11,099 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally satisfied with their purchases. Reviewers satisfied with Historical Emporium most frequently mention customer service, good quality and reasonable prices. Historical Emporium ranks 1st among Vintage Clothing sites.
Fabulous service and delivery! I purchased 4 items (dragon vest, walking stick, pin, pocket watch) and all the items met or surpassed my expectations. I had emailed some questions about the vest I bought and was really impressed with the next day response I received. My only wish is that the smaller vest sizes were available in "tall" as well, because the small dragon vest is about 2 inches too short for my skinny 6 foot son. It looks far too nice to send back so I've bought matching lining fabric and am inserting a piece in the shoulder to lengthen it. It was a challenge to pick apart the shoulder seams which really speaks to the workmanship on this product... very neat sewing with super small stitches. Amazing quality for this day and age. And the pocket watch is gorgeous. If I ever need Victorian clothing again, this will be the only place I'll shop!
Price is a problem for overseas customers. Shipping costs seem rather high. In Norway there is 20%vat, customs - including customs on shipping, and an extra fee to the postal service for handling the customs issue. None of us have the power to change this, so one has to adapt. Even with these costs, though, the purchase was well worth it. But I can't do this very often.
I've bought items from you guys for several different shows but never as many as I've needed this fall. Delivery times have been very fast, and the few pieces I've had to return because of fit were refunded in a very timely manner. I love the look of our show, and it's largely because of your great pants, vests, and scarves!
Initial order was wrong due to incorrect website photos... customer service found the right item by going to the stock shelves in person! Immediately shipped correct item with prepaid return label included... received correct item in 2 days, received credit in 3 days.
The best resolution of a mail order problem I have ever experienced, period. Doesn't get any better than this.
Thank You!
Though I am from New Jersey, I will be attending a wedding in Jerome Arizona next month. Wanted some attire to fit the bill. W.E.'s website was the perfect place to shop. Many great choices. Love the 'Gambler' shirt I purchased, can't wait to wear it out west... and will try and show it off back here on the Jersey shore too! Thanks W.E.!
I have had the most wonderful experience shopping here. The site is very user friendly and the merchandise is presented in a very detailed manner. I have found the products to be of finest quality and I made a nice impression on Easter Sunday with these vintage men's fashions. The spats are easy to button and the straw boater hat was a comfortable fit. I hope to continue as a regular customer for items that I thought would be beyond the reach of everyday people price wise but are most wonderfully affordable. Thanks for such quality goods and superior and prompt service.
I have placed several orders over the past year and a half. In each experience Gentleman's Emporium customer service has surpassed my expectations. Your staff in customer service are true professional with great attitudes. They are always eager to answer questions and help with shipping and return issues. I look forward to future purchases. Keep up the good work. Thank you!
I had several returns from two separate orders due to size issues that were entirely my fault. My items were exchanged for the proper sizes and shipped quickly. One item was refunded and done in a professional and expedient manner. I wish other companies I dealt with were as helpful and customer oriented. Can't express enough how well I was treated.
I ordered the large size and returned this item only because it was too large for my traditional 42 inch
chest. Your customer service dept was most helpful and congenial with trying to help me pick out a substitute size. Yes, I surely will come back to you in the future.
When one of the items I recently ordered turned out to be on back order I was concerned about not having the item in time for our event and I called customer service. I was helped in making a quick substitution by a very helpful and courteous person and then the item was received just a few days later. I have continued shopping at the Gentleman's Emporium again and again because my experience has always been so positive. A big thank you!
The pocket watch was perfect for the Victorian outfit I wanted to wear. It is a real looker, with an extra feature I did not expect. The filigree cover easily snaps open to reveal the watch face. Nice! The fact that I received the watch in 2 days was just what I needed for an event.
I really appreciate your company's ability to provide so many items that I could not find a few years ago. The sales staff was very helpful and the entire experience of purchasing the watch (and earlier 2 vests, arm bands, and ties) was a pleasant one. Thank You!
Very neat website for historical clothing. A little pricey in my opinion especially when you add shipping charges, but the trousers we bought seem to be pretty good quality and we are happy with our purchase. Shipping is amazing, I had my order in about a week, all the way from California to Kentucky - very impressed with that.
I find my self ordering often and what I order: ties, vests and coats, I work with the public and wear daily. I never had a problem with fit, length or order plus the clothes give me a unique look that people remember and surprisingly compliment they really like - especially the ties. Recently I put together an outfit, with handlebar mustache for a Halloween party that I am sure is going to go over great. Thank you so much, I highly recommend.
My hat arrived more quickly than I had expected. The hat is exactly what I wanted, perfect fit and well made. I am involved in historical re-enacting and got plenty of compliments on the hat from people who know hats. I will definitely shop here again when the opportunity arises. Thank you so much. A well satisfied customer.
Standard shipping was incredibly fast. I can't imagine how expedited shipping could be any faster.
The instructions for determining waist size on the trousers is wrong. Adding two sizes max is far closer, and even this results in a loose fit.
The hats were first class, and the shirt is amazing.
Your customer service is outstanding and the delivery time as well. Unfortunately, your product line does not include a holster for my Ruger.357 magnum, six inch barrel. This is the second attempt in resolving this issue. I will be returning my complete order.
We ordered several items of clothing for a wedding. Generally, the sizing guidelines were spot on. One item had to be returned for a different size, and working with Historical Emporium's customer service was extremely easy, and the exchange was accomplished quite quickly.
I ordered several items at good sales prices with a generous discount. I have purchased before, so I knew the quality would be excellent and delivery prompt. I was not disappointed: the goods arrived quickly, protectively packed and in perfect condition. Thank you.
S'math sin! Truly... I feel like a kid again. Brilliant clothing and shockingly well made (these are no costumes... these are wear-a-day clothes). If you had a tailor on your end to do these pant legs, I would never shop anywhere else ;)
This is the third time I've purchased from Gentlemen's Emporium. I normally do phone orders. Every time I call they're extremely helpful and friendly. That is rare in this day and age. Most important they really care. Their items are of excellent quality.
Answer: This is definitely a legit company. I ordered clothing from them on a Tuesday and 80% of it arrived on Friday - 3 days later.
Answer: When I call, they answer the phone on the second ring - a REAL person asnwers. Just remember they are Pacific time!
Answer: Not less expensive, but other companies have much better quality, and not so vague on the descriptions