Fake designer accessories are much more common than any of us would like to believe. Handbags are the most common of knockoffs sold worldwide, with wallets and sunglasses coming in right behind. If you are in the market for a truly designer product, you must know how to protect yourself, and your pocketbook.
A common rule of thumb applies when shopping for accessories: if it sounds too good to be true, chances are, it is. Fake accessories are usually sold at great discount prices compared to the original. If you are offered a $2,000 bag at the price of $100, you can be sure that the bag is not authentic. Be wary of people claiming to have “secret access” to designer deals or those selling a wide variety of so-called “designer” accessories at places like eBay.
The Internet is a haven for selling fake designer accessories. eBay and other auction sites prohibit the sale of counterfeit merchandise, but that doesn’t mean that some won’t try to sneak it in anyway. Sellers can be clever, and some aren’t afraid to disguise an accessory or flat-out lie about it. Many counterfeits come from Asia—specifically China and Korea—so a seller from those locations is a possible sign of bogus merchandise.
The best way to avoid being taken by fake designer accessories is to do your research. Understand what a real bag or wallet is supposed to look like and whether there are authenticity markings or stamps you should look for. Some items may have a production number you should look for or special packaging that should be provided. Look for subtle differences in the material itself; most fake accessories will look fairly real to the un-trained eye, so you will have to educate yourself on how to tell the difference.
When shopping for designer accessories, ask a lot of questions. An honest seller won’t mind telling you where he gets his discounts or who he is associated with. A seller who avoids your questions may have something to hide, so steer clear!
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