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Dooney & Bourke
Reviews & Experiences

Many reviews describe service problems that never get resolved, including denied delivery claims, slow refunds, and support that stops responding. Several customers also report defects or poor condition on arrival, such as stains, lining separation, peeling straps, and foreign objects inside bags. Other shoppers mention fast shipping and items arriving new and as expected. Overall, reviews split sharply between smooth, satisfactory deliveries and recurring service or quality failures.

Overview & Key Metrics

Review count
49
Sources
trustpilot.com, Collected.reviews
Last updated
March 2026

What reviewers often mention

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Service quality

Complaints often focus on packages reported lost or stolen and claims being denied. Multiple customers describe slow refunds, refused replacements, and being told the carrier is responsible. Several also mention repeated order cancellations and outcomes that vary from case to case.

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Value for money

Customers report unexpected amounts taken out of refunds and extra shipping or return fees. Multiple reviews say advertised discounts or free shipping did not apply at checkout. Some comments also call the shipping cost out of proportion to the item price.

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User experience

Reviewers point to friction on the website and during ordering, including slow pages and no clear way to cancel. Several customers say shipments arrived without return instructions or that accounts were put on hold during fraud reviews. A smaller set of reviews highlights instant tracking and fast deliveries.

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Product quality

Reviews describe defects on arrival such as dents, creases, lining separation, peeling straps, and debris inside pockets. A few customers specifically say they found used items inside bags that were sold as new. Others report bags arriving new, well made, and in good condition.

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Communication

Many reviewers say pre-orders were charged at purchase or that cancellations came with no notice. Chat and phone contacts are often described as unhelpful, abruptly disconnected, or invasive. Some customers also report being denied price adjustments after a post-purchase sale.

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Overall experience

Negative experiences show up repeatedly across service, communication, and quality. Positive stories of fast delivery and satisfying products also appear, creating a sharp contrast. Overall, the reviews suggest polarized outcomes rather than consistently steady service.

All Reviews

For each review, the core experience based on original source reviews.

All Reviews

Sources: Trustpilot (48) ยท Collected.reviews (1) ยท Quotes shortened ยท As of: March 2026

Price quality

Order arrived in new condition and three-day delivery was available.

“Everything arrived wrapped in plastic in new condition”

Oct 01, 2025 ยท trustpilot.com
MR communication

Bag went on sale and customer service refused price adjustment.

“The bag that I received was beautiful but it went on an aggressive sale soon after”

Sep 30, 2025 ยท trustpilot.com
Vicky Crepps-Denny quality

Handbag appeared to be cotton rather than leather, causing disappointment.

“it LOOKED LIKE leather, but it was COTTON!!!!”

Aug 22, 2025 ยท trustpilot.com
Heather TC quality

Strap peeled after three months and warranty required customer-paid return shipping.

“Strap is peeling after only 3 months of use.”

Aug 13, 2025 ยท trustpilot.com
Maria value

Company no longer offers previously advertised free shipping.

“Used to be free shipping over X dollars, now there is a charge”

Aug 12, 2025 ยท trustpilot.com
Linda grassi experience

Purse arrived quickly, well made, and customer extremely pleased.

“Got my purse in two days to Chicago..exactly what I wanted”

Aug 09, 2025 ยท trustpilot.com
Karen Lelli communication

No delivery updates and no response to communications, disappointing experience.

“There have been no updates regarding the delivery of my order”

Aug 01, 2025 ยท trustpilot.com
jan hubbell service

Pre-ordered purse never received and customer service unresponsive to refund requests.

“The customer service at this company is abysmal.”

Jul 14, 2025 ยท trustpilot.com
Paulina White 4/5

It was my first purchase from this shop and I was not disappointed. My tote bag arrived quickly and beautifully wrapped with tissue paper inside to keep it from getting squashed. The ordering process was simple and seamless. The bag is stylish and well-made. In fact, it was just as good as the photo. It has a strong zipper and will hold up quite a bit of items inside. The seller was great and responsive. They were great at keeping me informed about my order. I was incredibly happy with my purchase and if you're looking for a beautiful tote, this is the place to get one!

Nov 16, 2021 ยท Collected.reviews

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About Dooney & Bourke

Dooney & Bourke designs and sells handbags, wallets, and small leather goods. It offers styles such as totes, crossbody bags, satchels, and accessories in leather and fabric. Customers can shop on the brandโ€™s website and through retail and department store partners. Support includes online customer service and tracking for shipped orders.