The world of fakes only has one single rule, as long as the logo/brand is too obvious to be missed..!
Everyone knows the bags on the market are fakes, but when thinking you've got yourself a bargain on e-bay..how can you be so sure that it isn't fake aswell? There are fakes being sold that are actually made of good quality leather, the quality of the bag might actually come close to that of the original, but it doesn't make it orignal.
What to look out for if you suspect the bag you are willing to buy might be fake..
- An authentic designer handbag won't show bad workmanship, EVER.
No wonky, big, dodgy looking stitches...
No flimsy zips...
No puckered leather...
No messy trimmings...
And definately no faux-leather..(You can test this by holding your lighter against the bag for a very few short seconds, if it melts, you can be sure it's plastic, leather does not melt.)
- Designer handbags always have their logo imprinted or carved in just about every part of the bag... (except with bags from the even more exclusive brands like bottega venneta..) so the monogram/logo should be clear, not smudged or faded..
- Also, very often, when you've seen the real thing in the shop, you'll reckognise the reals from the fakes...when even only thinking: 'Is it real?' Nearly each and every time it is a fake...when you do see the real thing pass by, you'll probably be stunned by the beauty of the workmanship...it shows!
Also, I found a very good ad in Harpers Bazaar a few months ago...it said: 'Profits from counterfeit sales fund organized crime including drug cartels, child labor, and even terrorist organizations. It's estimated that more than $500 billion worth of counterfeit goods are sold annualy. If you have any information about fakes being sold, visit iaccsleuth@iacc.org or send a fax to 202.223.6668. You don't have to give your name'
I found this good as it makes people aware that not only the designers suffer from these counterfeit sales, our whole society too. This is a reason for me never to buy a fake.
Officially e-bay is not allowed to sell fakes, but it happens...a lot. So instead of facing the risk of ending up with a trashy looking so called 'designer handbag' you still payed 200 dollars for, you could take a look at websites authorised to sell designer labels, some are: www.net-a-porter.com, www.eluxury.com, www.yoox.com.
'Fakes are never in fashion'
3 comments:
Speak of the devil! I'm looking for a pair of Gucci loafers for this summer, and I found a website 20 minutes ago selling loads of fakes. I knew something was strange because the shoes were on sale for $100. Come on, Gucci loafers sell for at least $400 minimum! I'd rather wear socks with my Grandma's slippers in public, rather than wear fake Gucci shoes.
If a woman can't afford the real thing, then she should start a savings plan. Put a little aside every month. When a woman owns a real Louis Vuitton, a real Hermès, or a real Chanel, she'll feel proud. She'll feel like a Queen.
There is nothing better than a posh and self confident woman! Wearing fakes is demeaning and says to the world "I want the real thing, but I don't think I'm good enough and will settle for less."
I couldn't agree more with you j.alex!
If a woman really can't afford designer bags/shoes or whatever, it doesn't matter, you don't buy status with them like many people think...the real thing is just beautifully made...but high-street shops also sell fun stuff, it's better than all those fakes anyway..
Thanks for the tip I don't shp on line much but the serves for future reference. Oh and I ove the blouse Uma is wearing in that ad.GREAT CHOICE.
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