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Spot the Difference: Can You Tell Real Luxury from Counterfeit?

Authenticity is a crucial factor when it comes to preowned luxury fashion. With the rise of online marketplaces and the increase in demand for designer pieces, it is becoming more and more challenging to distinguish between genuine and fake items. Being able to spot a fake not only ensures that you get value for your money, but also prevents you from unknowingly supporting the counterfeit industry.

Please note that the pictures you will see during this game, depicting authentic and counterfeit items, are only showing the item as a whole from one angle. This means that identifying whether an item is real or fake can be even more challenging than if you were able to physically examine it in real life, as you would have the opportunity to feel it, check its interior, exterior, and other features.

Therefore, it’s essential to remember that this game is all about having fun and testing your observational skills to the best of your ability. Don’t be too hard on yourself if you’re struggling to differentiate between the real and fake items. Just enjoy the game and do your best!

First up, we have the iconic Louis Vuitton Speedy 30 handbag, crafted from graphic Damier Ebene canvas and launched in 1930 as the “Express,” which has since become a timeless House icon. Can you spot the real one in the picture?

Louis Vuitton Speedy 30
Image by Laura Gurfein via Racked

https://poll.fm/12155957

Next up, we have a pair of Christian Louboutin So Kate 120 pumps, a luxurious and iconic representation of the brand with its signature red leather soles and designed for confident women who want to add a must-have piece to their capsule collection. Can you tell which pair is real and which is fake?

Christian Louboutin Pumps
Image by Carly Bass via The Sun

https://poll.fm/12155992

Moving on to a more modern item, we have the GG Marmont leather belt from Gucci, featuring a shiny buckle with the iconic interlocking GG logo, a stylish and versatile accessory that will add a touch of luxury to any outfit. Can you spot the real one among the two?

Gucci belt
Image by Hannah Caldwell via Little Fringe

https://poll.fm/12156125

Now, let’s turn our attention to a pair of Balenciaga trainers, a popular footwear choice that combines sleek design with comfort and versatility. Can you distinguish the authentic pair from the fake one?

Balenciaga Trainers
Image by Carly Bass via The Sun

https://poll.fm/12156005

As we draw closer to the end of the game, we have two more items to go, the first being the Cartier Love bracelet, a timeless and elegant piece of jewelry that features the signature screw motifs and is a symbol of everlasting love. Can you recognize the real bracelet in the pictures provided?

Cartier Love Bracelet
Image by July via Coronet Diamonds

https://poll.fm/12156008

Lastly, we have a Chanel Boy Bag, a highly sought after and a prime target for counterfeiters due to its popularity and high price tag. Can you distinguish the genuine Chanel Boy Bag in the final round of the game?

Chanel Boy Bag
Image by Laura Gurfein via Racked

https://poll.fm/12155981

What’s next?

Stay tuned for next week’s blog post, where I will reveal the solutions showcased in this post and provide some explanations on how to spot the difference between authentic and counterfeit luxury fashion items. Keep an eye out for my next post, and don’t forget to share your thoughts and comments below.

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Lena Blattmann

I have always had an interest in luxury fashion. In fact, in my bachelor’s degree I had the opportunity to specialise in luxury brand management and I decided to write my thesis on ‘Digital Transformation in Luxury Retail with a Focus on Personal Luxury Goods’. Given the increasing importance of sustainability also in the luxury fashion industry, I decided to revisit the topic of luxury brands, but this time with a focus on preowned luxury fashion. Whether you are a seasoned collector or just beginning to explore the world of luxury, I hope my blog will provide you with valuable insight and inspiration.

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4 thoughts on “Spot the Difference: Can You Tell Real Luxury from Counterfeit?

  1. Hey Lena! Very cool blog. ? It was extremely fun to vote. I am sooooo curious to see if I managed to recognize some real ones. ?

    1. Hi Carmen, I’m glad you enjoyed the blog and had fun voting! Let’s wait and see if your guesses were right!

  2. OMG I’m so curious for the result! Hahaha
    The difference sometimes is in such small details, and sometimes in things like the sewing format (like the Chanel, you can see the pattern is different). Really intriguing!

    1. Glad you found it intriguing, Samira! You have a good eye for detail, and you’re right – sometimes even the smallest differences can make a big impact. The results will be revealed soon, so stay tuned!

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