The RealReal

Wishing a very happy one-year CEO anniversary to our brilliant leader, Rati Sahi Levesque. From starting as employee number 2 more than 14 years ago to leading The RealReal as President & CEO today, your vision and our growth have always gone hand in hand. Thanks for your bold inspiration that continues to push our mission forward every day. Cheers, Rati!

We had an incredible night celebrating our National Consignment Month sale — featuring pieces from some of our most notable consigners, like Chloë Sevigny, Rowan Blanchard, and Haley Wollens — put together in partnership with MYTH Magazine and in support of Take Care of Harlem. See more in Vogue: https://lnkd.in/gXkuZSFa

According to The Wall Street Journal, “More people are spending the cash they get from reselling on other secondhand goods, bypassing the primary market altogether.” At The RealReal, we’ve seen how resale has changed the way people shop. Today, 58% of shoppers now prefer resale outright, a clear sign of how fashion, ownership, and value are being redefined. Read more: https://lnkd.in/evmZtNQZ

For National Consignment Month, we teamed up with MYTH Magazine to highlight some of our most notable consigners, including Chloë Sevigny, Rowan Blanchard, JT, Julianne Moore, Parker Posey, and more, for an edit in support of Take Care of Harlem. Learn more in the Vanity Fair story below, and shop the pieces here: https://lnkd.in/eizV95-U

Last week in New York, we gathered to celebrate the new season of the MOTHER podcast with a dynamic group of women and mothers—honoring stories, motherhood, style, and the beauty of clothing that’s lived many lives. Hosted at Lei, a beautiful mom-owned restaurant, the evening was filled with connection, conversation, and inspiration. See more from this special night here: https://lnkd.in/ei4-rabD

Today, we're celebrating National Consignment Day. It’s an opportunity to embrace circularity—to let go of what you’re no longer using and refresh your wardrobe with pieces you truly love. We all have items in our closets that tell a story—some make us smile, some make us cringe, and some remind us how we’ve grown. Resale is about giving those pieces a second chance, both for shoppers and the items we’re ready to part with. Letting go doesn’t mean losing, it means creating space for what comes next and paving the way for a more sustainable future in fashion. Join our mission here: careers.therealreal.com

We were honored to welcome San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie for a fireside chat with our President & CEO Rati Sahi Levesque at our headquarters. They discussed how the city will support innovative local businesses and invest in the community. Employees from across the country tuned in to listen and ask questions of their own. A huge thank you to Mayor Lurie for joining us and to our employees everywhere for making this such an inspiring and energizing event. We’re excited to be part of San Francisco’s evolution and its ongoing story.

“Objects and stuff hold energy… I think that’s what heirlooms are all about, and I think that’s what’s nice about knowing the provenance of certain things.” Clothes carry our stories. Georgia Graham of Threads of Conversation sat down with our Chief Brand Officer Kristen Naiman to explore her life and career, as told through her closet (and her TRR “graveyard”). From a transformative Kenzo two-piece to a Joan Didion–owned Hermès scarf, Kristen shares the pieces that mark defining moments in her journey. Listen to the full conversation here: https://lnkd.in/ewrq5x3N

From September 15th to October 15th, we celebrate Hispanic and Latinx Heritage Month, a time to honor the rich histories, vibrant cultures, and meaningful contributions of these communities. At The RealReal, Hispanic and Latinx team members make up over 34% of our workforce — a vital part of our culture and success. Representation at the management level has grown by 5% in the past two quarters, a testament to the continued impact and leadership of our colleagues across the organization. In partnership with our HOLA Employee Resource Group, we’re proud to embrace this year’s theme: Collective Heritage: Honoring the Past, Inspiring the Future. Throughout the month, we’ll host events that uplift voices, celebrate shared experiences, and strengthen our commitment to an inclusive, thriving workplace.

“More than 14 years after our launch, the brand’s North Star still includes changing the way people shop for the better... It makes me feel like our work is making a difference.” How do you give luxury a second life? By building a new model for success—one rooted in purpose, technology, and long-term impact. Our President & CEO, Rati Sahi Levesque, spoke with Mark Miller and Inc. Magazine about how The RealReal is leading the way in luxury resale. Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/ggd_YPwj