Q and A

Regarding authenticity

Question 1 "Is there a sure shot method I can take to assure what I am buying is legitimate?

Unfortunately, I will say "no" because I've seen some very comical fakes and some really scary "super fakes" that look almost the same as the real things. Many auctions are listed as "guaranteed authentic" when the only thing they can guarantee is that you'll get ripped off! You might also receive a “receipt” and a LV gift box too or even a dust bag but the truth is the receipt/LV box/dust bag might be a fake too. So, please use common sense when you shop (such as the price is too low for a real thing) and when in doubt please don't bid! You are your best advocate!

Question 2 "How do I spot a fake?

I believe that this is the “big” question that most buyers have in mind. Relevant info can be found on purse forum. But I have seen some replicas which look authentic if you only look at them from the photos, called “mirror image” bags. They are really scary. Yet, they can never fool me in person since they do not feel and smell right. And the metal and leather they use are never right. Monogram canvas has very compatible replicas but the cowhide leather and brassware are the main things to look at. First the leather on the fake does not show pores. Secondly, the shape and weight of the brassware are different. For those of you who shop on eBay and cannot see the bag in person, you need to find a good seller to trust your money.

Question 3 "Can I trust my seller?"

Some scam artists even use photos of authentic bags to advertise their fakes. Therefore, even though the photos look okay, I always advise my buyers email the seller prior to bidding and they can even email the previous customers of the seller to see if the person they are going to do business with is trustworthy or not. You should also do some research on all of the feedbacks the seller has received so that you can have a clear view of how the seller manages his/her business, such as "is he/she true to her description?" "Are the bags sold authentic?" "How does the seller handle the shipping?" "Is the item packed well or not..." "Does the seller ship fast?" "how she deals with the problem when there is one?" things like this.

Question 4 "How do you guarantee authenticity?"

I stand behind all my items. If any of them is proved to be non-authentic, I will issue a full refund including shipping. Yet, making such a statement always bothers me as it sounds like there might be a slight chance that I am selling a fake. I would like to assure you that I am NOT a scammer and I am always true to my buyers. I have nothing to hide. So, please feel 100% confident to place your bid or make the purchase. Again, all questions are welcomed and I check my email very often therefore I will always try to get back to you soon.