A Retro Tale Reviews 1,869

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.3

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Evaluating 667 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the products for being exactly as described, often in better condition than anticipated, and appreciate the accurate descriptions and detailed photos provided. Many also highlight the excellent quality of the items, noting that they are authentic and well-preserved vintage pieces. The delivery service is often described as fast and smooth, with items arriving well-packaged and sometimes even better than expected. However, some customers also noted issues with the order process, including slow processing of orders and delayed shipping information. A few other people also felt that the packaging could be improved, mentioning broken boxes or less appealing packaging compared to other companies. Additionally, some reviewers were not happy with unexpected additional costs for duties and broker fees, which were not always clearly communicated upfront.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The bag was perfect, and I really love it. However: the shipment information is slow. It arrived within a week (which is OK!) but it took several days for them to send an email that my order was proce... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Found a purse and was enamoured with it. Went through the pics in detail and it was on sale so ordered it online. Easy online system, lots of payment options. Shipping was quick and payment of extra d... See more

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Order placed on Jan 6th, took about 5 days to receive email for shipping. Then nothing for over a week. I sent an email to their support team and received reply the next day, and the order was finall... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Over all very good. Just not a 5 star only because I feel like the LV bag I bought was classified as very good. And I feel like this is just good condition. Also maybe consider not using UPS for shipm... See more

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Company details

  1. Thrift Store
  2. Bag Shop
  3. Fashion Accessories Store
  4. Jewelry Exporter
  5. Vintage Clothing Store
  6. Watch Store

About A Retro Tale

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News
Bags
Watches
Jewelry
Accessories
Hermès
Chanel
Louis Vuitton
Rolex

A Retro Tale is a Stockholm-based vintage boutique specializing in bags, watches, and jewelry from the world’s most iconic luxury brands. Since 2017, we’ve been redefining how people shop second-hand luxury fashion by offering a curated selection of designer accessories with certified authenticity. Every item—whether it’s a used luxury watch, a second-hand designer bag, or a vintage piece of jewelry—is handpicked and authenticated through a rigorous two-step process by both independent specialists and our in-house experts. Every piece we sell is 100% genuine.

Unlike marketplaces, A Retro Tale owns all its inventory. This means secure payments, fast shipping, and complete control over quality. Our collection includes timeless classics such as Chanel Flap Bags, Hermès Birkin and Kelly bags, Louis Vuitton Neverfull and Keepall weekend bags, Rolex Datejust, Omega watches, Gucci Jackie Bags, and elegant Cartier jewelry.

In 2025, we proudly opened our first physical store in Mood Gallerian, right in the heart of Stockholm. Visit us to explore our curated selection in person and enjoy personalized service from our expert team.

By choosing to shop second-hand, you’re not only embracing luxury—you’re also supporting sustainability. You reduce waste, extend the life cycle of designer pieces, and help shape a more conscious way to enjoy fashion.

Discover the full collection at aretrotale.com – your trusted destination for sustainable vintage fashion and authentic, pre-owned luxury.


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4.3

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

2K reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Simply Amazing!

21 April 2026
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Reply from A Retro Tale

Hi,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review.

We’re truly happy to hear that your experience with us was simply amazing. Your kind words mean a lot to our team and motivate us to continue providing carefully selected luxury vintage pieces together with the highest level of service.

Thank you again for choosing A Retro Tale, and we warmly welcome you back anytime.

Kind regards,
A Retro Tale

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Louis Vuitton bag

The bag is nice, came with dust bag and all accessories but it is in worse stage than I expected, it has more signs of wear than what was shown on pictures…

21 April 2026
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Reply from A Retro Tale

Hi!

Thank you for your feedback. We are happy to hear that you appreciated the accessories included with the bag, but we are sorry to hear that the condition did not fully meet your expectations.

We always strive to present our items as accurately as possible, and we truly appreciate your comments as they help us improve our listings and product presentation moving forward.

Please do not hesitate to contact us if there is anything further we can assist you with.

Kind regards,
A Retro Tale

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Item received as described in great…

Item received as described in great condition.

21 April 2026
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Reply from A Retro Tale

Hi,
Thank you so much for your kind review.

We’re delighted to hear that your item arrived exactly as described and in great condition. We always strive to present our vintage pieces as accurately and transparently as possible, so your feedback truly means a lot to us.

Thank you again for choosing A Retro Tale, and we hope to welcome you back again soon.

Kind regards,
A Retro Tale

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Every time I've shopped

Every time I've shopped, I've received fast delivery and products that are promised to be in perfect condition have been it.
But what sets the company apart from others is that if you have any regrets or something doesn't fit, you get the same great service as when you shop.

20 April 2026
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Reply from A Retro Tale

Hi,
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review and for your continued trust in A Retro Tale.

We’re truly happy to hear that you’ve consistently experienced fast delivery and products that fully match their described condition. What means even more to us is your kind words about our customer service, especially when it comes to returns or situations where something may not feel quite right.

We strongly believe that the experience after a purchase is just as important as the purchase itself, so your feedback genuinely means a lot to our team.

Thank you again for your support, and we look forward to welcoming you back again in the future.

Kind regards,
A Retro Tale

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I had issues with the order

I had issues with the order, it took more than a week to get it , in the mean time no response of a retro tale
They i trie to call their call centre no answer, people were sick
After responsie they called you back
No calling bad en now the gives me a discount , no response till now

20 April 2026
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Reply from A Retro Tale

Hi Danny!
We are very sorry to hear about your experience and sincerely apologize for both the delay in delivery and the lack of communication from our side. We completely understand how frustrating this must have been.

We appreciate that you took the time to speak with us. Your experience is very important to us, and we genuinely want to resolve this in the best possible way. Please contact us if we can assist you further.

Kind regards,
A Retro Tale

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience !

Great experience !
I think I will buy again on this site !

17 April 2026
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Reply from A Retro Tale

Hi,
Thank you so much for your lovely review.

We’re delighted to hear that you had a great experience shopping with us and that you would consider purchasing from us again. Creating a smooth, trustworthy, and enjoyable experience for our customers is always our goal, so your feedback truly means a lot to us.

Thank you again for your trust, and we look forward to welcoming you back to A Retro Tale in the future.

Kind regards,
A Retro Tale

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Value for money

Very satisfied with my purchase

13 April 2026
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Reply from A Retro Tale

Hi,
Thank you so much for your kind review.

We’re delighted to hear that you are very satisfied with your purchase. Creating a trustworthy and enjoyable experience with carefully selected luxury vintage pieces is always our goal, so your feedback truly means a lot to us.

Thank you again for choosing A Retro Tale, and we warmly welcome you back anytime.

Kind regards,
A Retro Tale

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Detailed description and good images of…

Detailed description and good images of the products.

15 April 2026
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Reply from A Retro Tale

Hi,
Thank you so much for your kind review.

We’re very happy to hear that you appreciated our detailed product descriptions and images. We always strive to present each vintage piece as accurately and transparently as possible to help create a confident and enjoyable shopping experience.

Thank you again for your trust, and we hope to welcome you back to A Retro Tale again soon.

Kind regards,
A Retro Tale

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Order not received and no customer support

I placed an order on April 15, the delivery estimate was April 23. Today is April 23 and not only I did not get the item I have purchased and paid for, but nobody is answering my emails/messages on their website. Is it really that difficult to send a reply and explain? I was expecting BETTER customer support from a Swedish company.
I GOT the product in the end.

23 April 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from A Retro Tale

Hi!
We can see that you have been in contact with our support team and that you received your product in the end. We sincerely apologize for the longer response time and delivery delay you experienced.

Thank you for your feedback. We are continuously working on improving our customer service and communication.

Please do not hesitate to contact us again if there is anything further we can help you with.

Kind regards,
A Retro Tale

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Favourite!

I have bought multiple bags from A Retro Tale, I also sold a couple of bags through them. Always a great experience, my absolute go-to for both buying and selling luxury items.

8 April 2026
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Reply from A Retro Tale

Hi,
Thank you so much for your continued trust and support.

It truly means a lot to hear that you’ve had great experiences with us both when buying and selling luxury items. Building long-term relationships with our customers is incredibly important to us, so knowing that A Retro Tale has become your go-to destination is something we deeply appreciate.

Thank you again for your kind words, and we look forward to assisting you again in the future.

Kind regards,
A Retro Tale

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Too long time to action/shipping

Way to long time after order to actual shipping. No communication and pretty poor customer service. Below average handling of orders.

13 April 2026
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Reply from A Retro Tale

Hi!
We sincerely apologize for the delay and the lack of communication you experienced. We understand your frustration and regret that we did not meet your expectations.

Thank you for your feedback, we take it seriously and will use it to improve our service moving forward.

Kind regards,
A Retro Tale

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Louis Vuitton Bag

Wauw very beautiful bag and also very clean, thanks to A Retro Tale team you guys are the best 😘.

13 April 2026
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Reply from A Retro Tale

Hi,
Thank you so much for your lovely review and kind words.

We’re truly happy to hear that you loved your bag and that it arrived in such beautiful and clean condition. Feedback like this means a lot to our team, as we put great care into selecting and presenting every vintage piece.

Thank you again for your trust and support we hope to welcome you back to A Retro Tale again very soon.

Kind regards,
A Retro Tale

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I want to return my bag and no one is…

I want to return my bag and no one is answering my email.

9 April 2026
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Reply from A Retro Tale

Hi Jovana,
Thank you for your review. We can see that we replied to your email on the same day and assisted you by providing a return label.
Please do not hesitate to contact us again if there is anything further we can help you with.

Kind regards,
A Retro Tale

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/10 experience!

The bag I ordered came very well packaged and quick! It was in better condition than I was expecting too. I will 100% be ordering from A Retro Tale again!!

10 April 2026
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Reply from A Retro Tale

Hi,
Thank you so much for your amazing review.

We’re truly delighted to hear that your bag arrived quickly, safely packaged, and in even better condition than expected. Creating a trustworthy and enjoyable experience with carefully selected vintage pieces is something we care deeply about, so your feedback means a lot to us.

Thank you again for your trust, and we very much look forward to welcoming you back to A Retro Tale again soon.

Kind regards,
A Retro Tale

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

The bag broke after two days

You assured that the product was in good condition - after two days it broke one of the bands - made me question if it even were authentic.

5 April 2026
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Reply from A Retro Tale

Hi
We are very sorry to hear about your experience and understand your disappointment. This is certainly not the standard we aim to provide.

All of our items are carefully inspected and authenticity-checked by our experts before being sold, and we take concerns like this very seriously. A strap breaking after such a short time is highly unusual, and we would very much like the opportunity to investigate this further and help find a solution for you.

Please feel free to contact our customer service directly with your order details and photos of the issue, and we will assist you as soon as possible.

Kind regards,
A Retro Tale

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The bag arrived in excellent condition!

The bag arrived in excellent condition, as described, with very fast delivery to Canada! I will certainly recommend this company to anyone looking for a preloved luxury bag. Your detailed explanations along with detailed pictures left no surprises at unboxing! Well Done!!

10 April 2026
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Reply from A Retro Tale

Hi,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and kind words.

We’re truly delighted to hear that your bag arrived safely to Canada, in excellent condition, and exactly as described. Providing detailed descriptions and accurate images is very important to us, so it means a lot to know that your unboxing experience met your expectations without any surprises.

Your recommendation and trust are greatly appreciated, and we hope to welcome you back to A Retro Tale again in the future.

Kind regards,
A Retro Tale

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

extremely slow delivery service…

extremely slow delivery service compared to the past, and compared to other companies for luxury purchases where you spend 500 euros. No customer service engagement at all to apologize for delay. Still don't have it because the delivery was probably not top tier and when I had to send it to a paketstation, it was not delivered there on time either.

10 April 2026
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Reply from A Retro Tale

Hi Jenny!

Thank you for your review. We are truly sorry to hear about your recent delivery experience and understand your frustration regarding the delay and lack of communication. This is not the level of service we aim to provide, especially for orders of this nature.

We can see that your order has now been delivered, and we sincerely apologize for the extended handling and delivery time, as well as any inconvenience caused along the way. We continuously work with our shipping partners to improve both delivery speed and communication.

If there is anything further we can assist you with, please don’t hesitate to contact us at support@aretrotale.com

Best regards
A Retro Tale Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent condition true to images on website

Ordered a beautiful Louis V Alma in yellow and it arrived quickly and in excellent condition. I’ve ordered designer collections before from other websites and when they arrived, the condition of the item was poor, but not depicted in the images shown on the website, but this one was true to the items condition! I would definitely order from them again.

9 April 2026
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Reply from A Retro Tale

Hi,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for sharing your experience with us.

We’re delighted to hear that your Louis Vuitton Alma arrived quickly and in excellent condition, and especially happy to know that the item matched both the description and images shown on our website. We place great importance on presenting each vintage piece as accurately and transparently as possible, so your feedback truly means a lot to us.

Thank you again for your trust in A Retro Tale. We look forward to welcoming you back for another special find in the future.

Kind regards,
A Retro Tale

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

So happy!

Great experience, bag was well packed! I definitely will purchase again!

9 April 2026
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Reply from A Retro Tale

Hi,
Thank you so much for your lovely review.

We’re delighted to hear that you had a great experience with us and that your bag arrived safely and well packaged. Creating a secure and enjoyable shopping experience is very important to us, so your feedback truly means a lot.

Thank you again for your trust, and we very much look forward to welcoming you back to A Retro Tale in the future.

Kind regards,
A Retro Tale

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Affordable price

Good condition, as stated in the description, nicely packaged, affordable price

28 November 2025
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Reply from A Retro Tale

Hi,
Thank you so much for your kind review.

We’re very happy to hear that the item matched the description, arrived nicely packaged, and met your expectations in terms of condition and value. We always strive to present our vintage pieces as accurately and carefully as possible, so your feedback truly means a lot to us.

Thank you again for choosing A Retro Tale, and we hope to welcome you back again soon.

Kind regards,
A Retro Tale

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