Kerry Pascal D.
My first & Last experience with SPANX
This was my first experience purchasing from SPANX, and unfortunately it was disappointing. I purchased the AirEssentials Luxe Barrel Leg Pant in Very Black as part of a matching set. After the first wear and first wash (following care instructions), the pants developed a seam failure, indicating a manufacturing defect. Customer service acknowledged the defect and issued a refund for the sale price I paid. However, the matching style and color were out of stock, so I was unable to replace the pants or maintain the coordinated set. The alternative colors and styles suggested did not match the top I had already purchased, and I was told that a replacement, store credit, or price adjustment on a comparable Very Black style was not possible once the refund had been processed. The only additional accommodation offered was a standard 15% promo code and a free return on the top if I chose to return the entire set. While the responses were polite, this resolution left me either with an incomplete set or needing to repurchase matching items at a higher price due to a defect that was not my fault. SPANX followed policy, but the handling felt rigid and did not meaningfully acknowledge the inconvenience or loss of value caused by a defective item. For a premium brand, I expected more flexibility and a more customer-first approach when a product fails immediately. As a result, I will not be repurchasing and will be moving to alternatives brands that align more closely with my customer-first values.
Response from SPANXMar 2, 2026
Hi there! Thank you so much for sharing your customer service experience with us, and we apologize for not having provided a solution to fully replace the style so that you could keep your set. We've made a note of this feedback, and we'll make sure to partner with the correct SPANX team to review these support processes. We work hard to ensure every customer who reaches out receives the support they need - and we appreciate the chance you gave us to learn how to do even better. Please know you're always welcome to reach out for any shopping or order support at SPANX - our email is [email protected].




