Hey there, fashion lovers! Hey guys, Mandy here today on a mission to spill that piping hot tea on one of the most controversial online shopping websites that are still taking the world by storm in 2025. Now we are going deep into the question that has been buzzing the internet for years now: Is Romwe a scam?
I have been getting a ton of DMs of this lately and honestly, I thought it was time to speak to the elephant in the virtual shopping room. Being someone who has been in the blogging game for a while now, I have seen the online retailers appear and vanish faster than the TikTok trends, but Romwe has somehow remained during the mixed reviews.
My History with Romwe: The Good, The Bad, and The Questionable
Let me bring you back to my days when I first found Romwe. And similar to many of you, I was perusing social media when those incredibly cheap, trendy clothes began coming up in my stream. Intro $5 tops? Intro into $10 dresses? Girl, you know I clicked more than you could say “add to cart”.
My first purchased item from Romwe finally came after what seemed like waiting for eternity (about three weeks, but who is counting?). Some of the things were surprisingly okay a great oversized sweater which I do sometimes wear, whilst others were absolute disasters that bore no resemblance at all to the pictures they had. The material of one dress was that thin, I swear you could read what happened yesterday through it!
In jump to the future year 2025 Romwe has grown in business, tweaked certain aspects of its business but still has the same questionably low price point that has all of us asking, “how is this thing still only $9.99?” what’s the catch?
Romwe’s Legitimacy: Fact-Checking in 2025
So is Romwe a scam? The simple answer would be, “No, it’s not really a scam, you will be getting products for your money”. However, there is certainly a lot more to it.
By 2025, Romwe was able to earn people’s trust as a real business that is functioning in the fast fashion industry. They deliver goods, they have a customer service (occasionally it seems you talk to a wall), but millions are buying on a regular basis. However, legitimacy is dependent on a continuum, and Romwe comes somewhere in the middle.
The ratings received by Romwe for now are still alarming according to better business bureau, and there are major complaints from customers based on three major areas. quality inconsistency, delays in the shipping, and complications with returns. Such problems did not change significantly since the beginning of 2020s, which is not very promising as they have been dealing for so many years.
What has been bettered is their openness on shipping times. They now offer more realistic estimates and their app even comes with more track details. Baby steps, I guess!
The Quality Question: What You’re Really Getting in 2025
Let’s talk quality, because this is where Romwe often faces the most criticism.
Romwe did add a couple of slightly more expensive “premium” lines in 2025, but their everyday prices continue to be a (not so much of a) hit-or-miss. I made an assortment of orders last month to take the waters again, and this is my breakdown honestly speaking:
The plain tees and the simple the items. Usually acceptable for the price. They may not last years, but they will surely take you for a season or two. The trendy statement pieces that have intricate designs? That’s where things get dicey. Embellishments flake, prints desaturate after one run through the washing machine and sizes are approximately as reliable as my exercise routine (none).
What is cool about doing shopping on Romwe in the year 2025 is that they have introduced some AI-driven styling suggestions and virtual try-ons which are cool in fact. The issue is, they are demonstrating to you what the clothes are supposed to look like rather than what you will come to receive at your doorstep.
The Environmental and Ethical Elephant in the Room
I can’t talk about Romwe in 2025 without addressing the sustainability aspect. Fast fashion’s environmental impact has become an even bigger concern, and Romwe hasn’t made significant strides in this area.
Although a few fast fashion brands have launched programs of recycling or sustainable lines, Romwe has only been making token gestures. They’ve added a little “eco-friendly” section, but it is less than 5% of what they sell and the actual environmental benefits are probably a best case scenario at very best.
The ethics of their labor as well also remain hazy. They boast to have ethical manufacturing; available independent audits have been few, and transparency reports are ambiguous. Something to give a serious thought to before going shopping there, whatever cute they might have their clothes.
The Amazon Connection: A Safer Way to Shop Romwe?
One interesting development in 2025 is that Romwe has expanded its presence on Amazon significantly. This has become a preferred choice of the shopper who is willing to pay more to get the Romwe style but with Amazon’s customer protection and faster shipping.
I have tried both options, recently, and to confirm it, I can say that purchases made on Amazon for Romwe are, in general, smoother. Returns are more convenient, the shipping is faster, and there are verified purchase reviews to read. The downside? The prices are typically 10-15% greater than purchasing directly from the website of Romwe and the range of goods is smaller.
It is also worth mentioning that there is a huge difference in quality between different products available on Amazon, so be my guest to read those reviews.
My Top Tips for Shopping at Romwe in 2025
If you’re still tempted to give Romwe a shot (and let’s be real, those prices are tempting), here are my tried-and-true tips for minimizing disappointment:
Research Like Your Wardrobe Depends On It
Read the reviews ALWAYS and I mean EVERY TIME. Pay attention to the reviews accompanied by the photos of the customers, these are have-to-be-golden. Specifically look for comments that talk about the quality of the fabric and the sizes. Romwe has now included a key filter in reviews based on your size and body type, which is something that is, in fact, rather useful.
Size Up and Measure Everything
Romwe’s sizing is still notoriously small in 2025. Generally, whenever I order, I go up one or two sizes from my normal. Even better, measure yourself and check the size charts for each particular product (yes, for each individual product, sizes aren’t consistent throughout the website).
Use Their AR Try-On Feature
In 2025, Romwe’s augmented reality try-on feature has improved significantly. While it’s not perfect, it gives you a better idea of fit and style than just the model photos. Use it!
Payment Protection is Your BFF
Never ever make payment using direct bank transfer or debit card. Never pay by credit cards, PayPal, etc., use other payment options that provide buyer protection. Romwe has had data breaches in the past and therefore it is non-negotiable.
Plan for Delays
Despite improvements in their logistics, Romwe deliveries can still take longer than expected. Don’t order something you need for a specific event unless you have at least three weeks to spare.
The Verdict: Is Romwe Worth It in 2025?
So after all this, is Romwe a scam? No, but it’s definitely a “buyer beware” situation.
Romwe falls into that strange grey area in which it is legitimate enough to keep going but problematic enough to require a certain amount of caution. They provide goods that are not quite what you ordered, at a cost which is too good to be true (in a number of ways).
If you are on a tight budget and you need something that is trendy for one time event or if you want to try something new without commitment, Romwe may work. Just go in with your eye’s open, you’re not getting high quality, ethically made, sustainable fashion. You are on the avant-garde of fast fashion.
Individually, my shopping pattern has changed. I will also visit Romwe for inspiration sometimes but have mostly switched to more eco-friendly sources or second hand shopping, thanks to the new AR thrift platforms that have become trendy in the year 2025. Bearing all that in mind, I am not here to judge, we all have different priorities and budgets.
Either way, stay smart when shopping and read reviews and just like in life, if something seems to be too good to be true, IT IS.
