Farfetch is legit. It is a large, established luxury marketplace, owned since January 2024 by Coupang, the Seattle-headquartered e-commerce group, and it ships designer fashion to the US every day. The harder question is whether it is the right place for your particular purchase, because the way Farfetch works is different from a department store, and most of the bad experiences people describe trace back to that difference.
A US buyer’s guide to Farfetch: how the boutique marketplace works, what shipping, duties and returns really cost an American order, and which six sections are worth your money.
All 6 ways to shop reviewed in the guide above.
| # | Product | Best for | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Designer Sneakers & Shoes | Sold-out sizes and limited releases | 4.9/5 | Read |
| 2 | Designer Handbags | A bag you’ve already decided on | 4.7/5 | Read |
| 3 | Sale & Access Private Sale | Patient deal hunters | 4.8/5 | Read |
| 4 | Pre-Owned & Second Life | Circular luxury and trading in bags | 4.5/5 | Read |
| 5 | Kidswear | Occasion wear and gifts | 4.4/5 | Read |
| 6 | Beauty | Adding a gift to a fashion order | 4.6/5 | Read |
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