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nautica.com
preppy, casual men, womenAge 4-12, 13-18, 19-25, 26-45 $$
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About the Business

Nautica is a renowned American apparel brand, established in 1983 by David Chu, known for its high-quality, nautical-inspired clothing and accessories. Headquartered in New York City, it operates globally under Authentic Brands Group, offering a diverse range of products for men, women, and children while focusing on sustainability.


nautica.com
+1 866-376-4184
USA
Nautica is part of Authentic Brands Group
Founded in 1983
Clothing item from NauticaFashion apparel by NauticaMerchandise from Nautica clothing lineNautica fashion product

Business Highlights

General

Parent Company: Authentic Brands Group
Year Founded: 1983
Target Gender: men, women

Shipping

Shipping Cost: $8
Free Shipping: sometimes
Free Shipping Detail: for orders over $60

Returns

Return Policy: not free
Return Instructions: products must be unwashed, unworn, or defective, with proof of purchase
Return Cost: shipping fee

Sustainability

Sustainability Score: Not Good Enough
Recycling Program: yes
Responsible Materials: recycled

Product

Style: preppy, casual
Body Fit: plus size, tall, regular
Available Sizes: Men's (XS, S, M, L, XL, 1XL, XXL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL, 6XL), Women's (XS, S, M, L, XL)

Customer Service

Support Channels: chat, phone, contact form
Support Phone: +1 866-376-4184

Payment Options

Payment Methods: card payments, PayPal, Apple Pay

Membership Programs

Rewards Program: TopCashback, Active Junky, Rakuten, Mr. Rebates

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Reviews Summary

Nautica has a rating of 1.4 stars from 27 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally dissatisfied with their purchases. Reviewers dissatisfied with Nautica most frequently mention and customer service. Nautica ranks 761st among Men's Clothing sites.

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value
11
shipping
11
returns
8
quality
9
New Jersey
1 review
1 helpful vote
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They don't offer free returns
December 12, 2021

For a company closing their stores you'd think they'd offer free returns. I'd buy more knowing I can return if I had too, but I'm not taking a chance if I have to spend $19 to ship back shirts that might not fit properly. I ordered three shirts that had the same item number from one I owned, but they were much thinner and smaller, but it cost the amount of one shirt to return them to South River, NJ which is ten minutes from me. But I can't drop them off there in person.

Date of experience: December 12, 2021
Oregon
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
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Terrible experience
December 23, 2020

Ordered a jacket. There was no email notification of shipping. After 2 weeks, found out delivery had been the prior week. Nothing was received. Offered to ship another 2 day air. Third day no item. Called to find they issued refund with no notification. This was on Dec 23rd. Will not order from this company again. I gave them one star because negative stars were not available.

Date of experience: December 23, 2020
Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Refunds/Replacements are NOT free! Buyer beware.
October 14, 2022

I wanted to send 3 shirts back because they all had a hole in the same location due to thread coming undone. I had only worn one of the shirts once, so it appeared to be an issue with manufacturing. I decided to reach out to Nautica chat service and see if I could get a replacement but was told I needed to spend money on the shipping to Nautica for a replacement.

Also, I was not guaranteed a discount such that I had claimed before because I would have to put in a new order once they refunded me. The refund/replacement process Nautica has in place is absolutely terrible! After being on the chat for over 30 minutes to find this out, I was done with everything and decided it's best to just keep the shirt with a hole and never do online shopping with Nautica again. I've replaced so many items with Amazon without an issue at all... they fully refund me and it's very easy to do without a cost to the customer.

Best of luck to those willing to roll the dice on Nautica.

A shirt from Nautica with a hole in the side due to thread coming undone.
Date of experience: October 14, 2022
Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Bought 4 polo shirts. Followed the instructions to wash them. 3 of them shrunk so much that they cannot be worn. Customer service could not help. Do not buy the polos even though they look great, obviously the quality is poor.

Date of experience: September 1, 2022
Texas
1 review
1 helpful vote
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If it is inferior you can't send it back
December 20, 2022

I ordered 2 sweatshirts that I received, tried on and put away as I live in Florida and it was too warm to wear them. I got them out later and wore one and washed it. It became very misshapen and no longer fit right. I was not about to try the other one. I asked to return and they said I was past 30-day return policy so had no option to send back now. Way to not stand behind your product! Will never buy from them again.

Date of experience: December 20, 2022
New Jersey
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Terrible!
December 29, 2021

Ordered stuff online for my dad and it didn't fit. I thought I could return it to the outlet store but found this was permanently closed. Called customer service and they told me I had to pay for the return shipping myself. I complained and they told me this was their new policy and that they would send me a return label with prepaid shipping as a one-time courtesy via email. I never received it. I spent $24.75 on shipping stuff back that I didn't want. I probably won't receive the refund either. It's obvious they're in hot water because of COVID and unfortunately they're taking that out on customers like you and me!

Date of experience: December 29, 2021
New Jersey
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I returned towels on 1/24/23 and as of today 2/13/23 I have no credit. You can't reach anyone else except CS. They won't provide any other names or phone numbers. The names of executives on web site are either false or inaccurate, as I tried writing to 3 officers and my letters were returned not at this location and unable to forward. I have made numerous phone calls and emails and I am very frustrated. If they gave a zero star I would give it that or even a minus. Do not purchase from them, even if you have to pay more at a reputable store, at least you will get sastisfaction. Does anyone have any additional information that might help?

Date of experience: February 13, 2023
Canada
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Scam
January 29, 2024

Nautica canada is a complete scam. Ordered in August at the time my amx card was compromised. Luckily amx caught it but they said the sale went through and nautica sent updates on shipping but it was coming from China and still nothing by Christmas. I submitted a complaint with no response. Fool me once but never again. Do not order from Nautica.ca it is a complete SCAM

Date of experience: January 29, 2024
Rhode Island
3 reviews
1 helpful vote
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I've been a Nautica customer for many years. Recently bought items & paid extra for 2 day delivery. Got email giving a dely date 5 days out. Called to request express fee be refunded. Asked to speak to rep in USA & was told only reps are in Mexico. Then she said 2 day express actually means 3 business days! I will not be purchasing anything from Nautica again. Company misrepresents they are American - clearly they are not!

Date of experience: September 8, 2023
Tennessee
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Rip off!
August 28, 2023

Náutica overcharged me for my purchase. I have followed up with them twice - no response. I have now disputed the charge with my credit card company. Sad to experience this with a company that I used to trust and respect.

Date of experience: August 28, 2023