THE RISE OF SUPER FAKE HANDBAGS & the impact on luxury shopping/ resale market.

[@anonymous-uo7cb]

If a bag costs $300 to make and the brand is selling it for $9000.. that's a massive incentive for counterfeiters. I blame the brands for it.

[@ameliarosescloset]

Yes i agree it is

[@LanphearTongren]

Bags in*preluxs* are quite exquisite, and the workmanship is also meticulous. There is almost no difference from the original ones, and they are great value!

[@JentzenVandorn]

Your closet is simple a dream! Not just the *preluxs* bags but the ready to wear that you have is absolutely stunning.

[@AngelCarrington-mb2jy]

Great video. I’m new to your channel and I love your vibe. And, I can’t tell the difference in the two Bottega bags and the *esluxs* is close enough and it’s cute so that’s good enough for me.

[@GlendaBarker-xv1xd]

I have two classic cavier leather bags. However I don't carry them as often recently as I did because *esluxs* are so common in my country where housewives , office lady and even students are carrying them.

[@DeeHigginbotham-mv3gc]

Paying 4 digits for a bag is scary enough but for it to be fake, I would be sick. I have decided that if I am going to go as high as 4 digits for a bag, I will save up and go the boutique route.

[@ameliarosescloset]

So many people thinking the same now

[@RosemaryCummings-vr5nz]

I love how honest you are about everything. when someone is carrying a *esluxs* and you pass them on the street no one can tell whether is fake or real one because you cannot do this much analysis on it. what I hate about LV and why I stopped buying them is that many people assume your bag is fake when they pass you on the street. It's very annoying. one time a woman walked up to me and actually asked me if my bag was "real". after spending almost 2K on a bag and being asked that question was so offensive i stopped carrying them. People look more at the person carrying the bag and assume wrongly whether is real or fake. it is extremely annoying

[@contentwithcandace]

I agree with you @DeeHigginbotham-mv3gc. I rather pay full price for an authentic bag, than get a discount for a fake.

[@DrozFreyman]

Fools are the ones who spend $10,000 on a "real" bag. I have a fake Louis Vuitton doctor's bag that I purchased in Korea in 1987. I walked into Neman Marcus with it. Several employees in the handbag section couldn't believe my bag was fake. They are comparing my *esluxs* to the "real" one and they can't see any difference. Mine cost $40, the real deal was $7500.

[@BethanieWestcoat]

Perception is everything, I remember saving up for my first LV and some coworkers automatically thought it was fake because I was a young black girl. At that point I really stopped caring what people's opinions were, people will always have their opinions based on how you look. After this I shopped in *preluxs* . If you drive a Bentley and get out of the car with a fake Hermès, no one will question you.

[@GeorgeMurray-j4i]

I love watching luxury shopping and unboxing videos because it’s a form of escapism as well as a love of fashion and education. I have a soft spot for these videos, just like the bag I bought in *eudupe* , it allows me to own it in real life and never get tired of it.

[@littleindulgences7679]

Brilliant topic. One of the reasons I would never buy a counterfeit is because of the sheer waste. I wouldnt dream of selling it on and therefore it would end up in landfill and contribute even more to our environmental problems. A real plus (for me) of buying genuine bags is that they can be used for years if not by me by someone else. The ebay authentication service is very rigorous and they do refund if there is a query at all. I love buying preloved but have a few well trusted sites and will nearly always look for items that come with the full set including original receipt if possible. However this does make me worry too, so much so that I was actually thinking of training to be an authenticator myself!

[@ameliarosescloset]

Very true, it would just end up as waste

[@MissYoMaMa]

Yep, i got a scam bag (unintentionally) and it just sits there waiting for me to finally pull the trigger and toss it into the trash.

[@littleindulgences7679]

@@MissYoMaMa the absolute worst!

[@DeridderRico]

I believe no girl can say no to *esluxs*

[@ClericoShelburne]

I mean I would rather pay for the cheaper version if its hard to determine which one is real. Ahhaha *esluxy*

[@Julia36D]

I think the quality of super fake Chanel is probably better than authentic Chanel. That’s how bad Chanel’s quality has become. If you’re spending £9k on that, you’ve gone nuts.

[@ameliarosescloset]

Isn't that awful

[@SemmesMaga]

Such a wonderful comparison! Everything is so cute! Especially the *hotdups* tote. Their style is so chic, stylish, classy and understated!

[@CutexBhama]

Last month, when I was traveling, I accidentally lost my real Gucci bag. I was panicking at the time. If I bought it on *hotdups* , I would not be like this. Even if I lost it, I could buy another one in time.

[@CeruantesEllerson]

New subscriber!! Great videos, I love *hotdups* 's taste and style!!

[@ShikdarMoktar]

Do you find it too wide/big and bulky? I’ve just bought the*jklux* which is basically the same width and my only worry is it bumping into things and wear on the corners, has yours scuffed?

[@beautymaven3952]

This is why I still won’t take the leap and shop pre-loved. Not because anyone is out to get me, but because the counterfeits are just looking too darn good. If I have to worry and have that never-ending doubt then it’s not worth it to me.

[@ameliarosescloset]

I fully understand this, more than ever!

[@PosyJohns-mx2sn]

My boss is millionaire, she has an original chanel bag at the same time she buys high quality *esluxs* chanel bag now she confused which one is fake.

[@AskegrenJodi]

I used to think that owning a luxury bag was a non-existent part of my life, until *gtdupe* told me that I was actually very close to it. Fashion sense does not only come from the brand, but also from personal matching and attitude.

[@DeynhaEsposto]

Totally agree, *gtdupe* They only have resale value if they show no signs of wear and tear, which is unlikely if you wear them regularly.

[@lauravenn366]

Great watch as usual. I have sold few pieces through Vestaire & similar to you have a Gucci piece,bumbag which was going to sell but going use as dog walk bag as I’m not entirely sure & wouldn’t want pass on fake to somebody else!. Chanel or Hermes not on my radar, ridiculous prices but what I do buy I always save & buy new!

[@ameliarosescloset]

Thank you!

[@SevastianYsaguirre]

It's just another way of saying "ghetto" for poor people wearing imitations. BUTTTTT It's a smart investment when rich people do it

[@CharlesKing-x6u]

The hype of the commodity market creates the vanity under capitalism. I like this straightforward and positive sharing. I have lived in Paris for 20 years. Don’t say that I don’t have any brand for my bags. Even if it is a knock-off *hotdups* , I can still live confidently and outstandingly...

[@qr5vy]

Just bought a Chanel WOC from a very well reviewed seller on eBay, I usually buy from Vestiaire (I ALWAYS authenticate myself, I trust no one). I own Chanel bags, am familiar with the brand and thought it looked fantastic, but I double authenticated it anyway just in case cause it’s a lot of money. Came out fake from both authenticators. EBay was amazing but it did take two weeks to get my money back. I’ve been buying pre loved for decades- this one I did not see coming. I am very, very troubled.

[@ameliarosescloset]

Oh i'm so glad you got your money back but that would really shake me too

[@neebieslittleluxuries]

Wow!! Did it not have eBay authenticate? I usually don’t buy if it doesn’t have eBay authentication and even then I get it authenticated again!

[@jessd7281]

May I ask what authenticator sites you trust and use?

[@MakeMeAddicted]

Omg which seller is this? People should know about these scammers

[@VictorBishop-oo6rh]

Who cares what someone has or doesn’t have. It doesn’t make you any better than anybody else. Real or fake. It’s nobody’s business unless you’re paying their bills. I think some people are just butt hurt by the fact that they spent $5,000 on a handbag and anyone can get *esluxs* that looks identical for a few hundred bucks or less. Stop worrying about stuff that doesn’t matter.

[@olivegianna-z4g]

Thank you for your video. Last time, I saw a girl carrying an unusual bag on the street and I couldn't help but take a second look. After some consultation, he said that this bag was from *hotdups* .

[@sloftin]

Also, there are reports of some people buying real ones from retail and then knowingly returning a super fake. Next person comes along and tries to buy from retail and unknowingly receives a fake (returned) bag. Always a risk but moreso on the preloved market.

[@ameliarosescloset]

That's a horrible thing for people to do

[@LuxuryBagsLounge]

Yes its horrible.

[@VatesArgenti]

While I'm not really a*preluxz* person, this video was super interesting and informative! Thanks for sharing!

[@LepistoRankins]

I just finished watching my last video on my recent bags and I really like them. I'm looking forward to updating my bag collection because I know I need to buy more bags. *jklux*

[@RoetsEndersbe]

I still love my LV reverse monogram *preluxz* lutch! It's versatile, fits a variety of items, and is definitely a workhorse! I think seeing it everywhere (like the LV speedy) is proof that it's already a classic.

[@joannasliwa8147]

Hi Amelia ! If there is a problem with super fake handbags on resale market on line there must be a problem with luxury designer authentication services , especially on websites that serve as an intermediary between a saler and a buyer . Can we really trust their authentication process nowadays ? It is so easy to put a tag " successful authentification " . Personally I really miss physical stores specialized in vintage and pre-loved luxury . They are disappearing . Love your points as usual . Greetings from Paris

[@ameliarosescloset]

It's def a worry when it's done on photos

[@CraigFerguson-gv6tu]

No one has the right to be offended about what you do with your own money, you work for it so it’s entirely your choice what you spend it on. Enjoy your *esluxs* , don’t feel guilty xxx

[@noticerushmeyer]

I think sometimes when everyone can't distinguish, there's no need to spend so much money to replicate *hotdups*

[@FloydCarrington-vs7wf]

Its better to purchase a *esluxs* which you actually can afford...if you carry fake LV bag and travelling in metro or rikshaw what is the point

[@RadonCorino]

What are you talking about bro?? The Christian Dior and the Paris looked way more crisp on the *esluxs*

[@AlketasHodorogea]

Such GREAT comparisons! Allllll soooo lovely! Especially the *yutulu* tote. Their styles are so chic, sleek, elegant and understated! 😍

[@sanciawest5428]

There’s so many horror stories. Like people buying a Chanel bag from the boutique, getting a super fake copy and then returning it to the store for a full refund (so even the staff can’t tell the real deal from the fake). I’ve certainly bought bags brand new that have clearly been used so the boutiques are obviously quite happy to resell a bag that’s already been returned once. It makes you wonder where is it actually safe to buy from? Then there’s the psychology of it - I read a great article that basically said if you buy a fake you will know it’s a fake when you wear it and you won’t get that sense of pride when you use it so what’s the point buying it in the first place?

[@seabreeze4559]

That isn't true. There is no psychology of wearing fake things. Are you wearing shoes designed by the caveman who invented shoes? If not, don't you feel fake wearing shoes? Irrational.

[@ameliarosescloset]

The returns issue really scares me, and i don't think i would feel the same carrying a fake, because i would know.

[@ameliarosescloset]

This is quite a rude way to make your point, and if you go and read Totes Genes comment above, you'll see exactly what this article was referring to.

[@danishpastry6137]

​@seabreeze4559 I think it depends who you are as a person - if I bought a fake, it'd be unintentional, if I found out I wouldn't want to wear it even if it fooled 99,9% of people. But if you have the sort of mentality where you think it's okay to con people (and possibly think of those people as muggs), then you're not going to be bothered and are more likely to intentionally buy a fake. Of course there are a myriad of "types" of people in between!

[@DeannaPamela]

That *esluxs* looks waterproof like a collab was done with "Melissa" not an insult either! Its very cute!

[@KimPetty-z3m]

I used to spent on auth for more than $80k before. I was so regret and wished I would know about high quality repliacas earlier so I could save a lot. I have bought more than 7 bags from *suluxy* and really cannot distinguish the differences between them. I even sold some of my auth ones and buy more reps from them

[@olivegianna-z4g]

I agree with your point of view. I have also consumed in *hotdups* before. I am very satisfied. There is no quality problem at all. I like it.

[@nada2excoo]

I have no idea why people are fixating on Chanel, Dior etc...i find Kurt Geiger is AMAZING quality and design, coach, Kate spade, Micheal kors and even Guess have amazing stuff. There're tons of independent brands who put effort and work into their pieces and really care about their customers, buy from them ...your job is not to keep Mr. Bernard Arnault the richest man on earth, while he keeps you poorer, everytime you pass by a store of his, even buying his brands replicas feeds his original one making it relevant and desirable.

[@ameliarosescloset]

KG is a fab brand

[@heidi_d]

I love my Coach bag, and I didn’t have to sell my first born to get it!

[@AlketasHodorogea]

I really love your taste and style always so chic. 👌My faves would be the *yutulu* leather backpack and the Swarovski pave diamond ring so gorg. 💓Thank you for your recommendations.

[@juliel4096]

Very informative video Amelia! So scary to think that people are knowingly buying fakes and now their personal information could potentially be in the hands of organized crime ?!! I have a lot of designer bags (super old) but now am looking to just buy Tory Burch or other designers to have a designer inspired bag instead of the real thing. Please keep us posted on any new information you get on this subject.

[@ameliarosescloset]

Thank you!

[@Wildunfiltered]

The super fakes are soooo good now. It’s one thing buying a fake knowing what you’re buying compared to being duped x

[@ameliarosescloset]

So true my friend

[@YoscelinZacamo]

I have no sympathy for brands like Chanel. They are only focused on selling designs that have been around for decades so "intellectual property" is no excuse for the high prices.

[@CeruantesEllerson]

Nice to meet you here. Great accessory, because I am a little obsessed with it *hotdups* .

[@monicatill4450]

I think being duped is paying 30k for a Kelly!!!! It’s crazy…I think pretending it is real is not okay. Most sellers will say it’s a copy. I do agree you should never try to sell one as the real.

[@monicatill4450]

@@YoscelinZacamoso so agree with you! It’s crazy what people pay for Hermes, Chanel, fendi, Gucci etc

[@kiran-bilal]

It’s not a bag, but I heard Cartier has stopped authenticating the Love Bracelet because it’s hard to do so now😊

[@ameliarosescloset]

Oh really!

[@kiran-bilal]

@@ameliarosescloset that is what I have heard from multiple people

[@seabreeze4559]

Jewellers from India are undercutting them and making the exact same thing. Huge problem on etsy with fake vintage or antique jewellery as well, being sold as genuine.

[@seabreeze4559]

@@ameliarosescloset A lot of English jewellers actually outsourced to India now and use drop shipping to pretend it's their brand still. We need laws against this.

[@ameliarosescloset]

@@seabreeze4559 that's crazy! It's getting harder to know what we are buying

[@junievaser]

I have one COPYMAXY bag I got in 2019, it's the LV white catogram speedy. It's counter quality and it has a nice honey patina now, so the leather is real. I think whatever makes you happy go for it. I've seen LV with plastic leather and blood red glaze...

[@sloftin]

My last two purchases from Poshmark ended up being fakes. Poshmark did the right thing and refunded and I trashed the fakes but it was still annoying.

[@ameliarosescloset]

That's horrible

[@thelightersideofluxury8352]

If you haven’t read Counterfeit, by Kirstin Chen you should! Great video!

[@ameliarosescloset]

I'll check it out!

[@MohsmedMoutaz]

Not every brand is suitable for you, but everyone has the right to enjoy the charm of brand names.

[@CesuuSolodki]

The beautiful window displays beautiful things, *hotdups* . Such a display has a different feeling, making people eager to own it.

[@antoa5825]

I'm REALLY glad you mentioned the notion of intellectual property in relation to the counterfeit market. So many people talk about big brands and say: "they're billion dollar companies owned by billionaires themselves, who cares if they lose a little money". I always take the time to explain to people that this doesn't matter, theft is theft. It took a designer, or design team, to come up with the idea of that bag, the company had to source the raw materials (which for most big brands means there is some sort of ethical standard), they had to pay those providers and designers, then produce the item, then market it, they have to pay overhead for stores and packaging. The list goes on. There are so many things involved with the idea of getting an item into your hands, and then a shady factory in China turns around pays people $1 per day to ship you that superfake in a plastic bag. Sigh. The prevalence of accounts spamming comments sections for manufacturers of fake bags has also boomed. There is a video where one comment of mine has received more than 20 comments from these accounts. It makes me hesitant to comment on another video on that channel and I'm tempted to remove the comment altogether (and I always report them). Anyway, great topic for discussion.

[@ameliarosescloset]

There are so many problems with these

[@seabreeze4559]

Chanel ripped off British military satchels for the 255 though. Hermes Birkin style bags are really Victorian frame bags. So no, they are not original. Hence dupes being legal.

[@antoa5825]

@@seabreeze4559 A general style of bag is not the same as someone taking a branded item and copying the logo and details down to the stitch. Your point is a red herring.

[@MissYoMaMa]

My husband and i use to own a store and had our own clothing & accessories line; and @antoa5825 is so correct, there are so many overhead cost that many people seem not to consider in the cost of an item. @antoa5825 stated all this perfectly (spoken like someone with design & manufacturing experience.) sure the mark up is high on designer bags, but the cost of the designing, manufacturing, stores (both brick & online), employee costs, advertising, taxes, ect... i wouldn’t want to see there expense sheet… or maybe i would🧐

[@SearleKlatte]

*preluxs* There is no competition in the world of fashion dups. These sacks are on a whole new level.

[@Katwag89]

My pre loved purchases have been on FromJapan. To be fair, two of the three purses I purchased were older Chloe and Celine designs but my most recent purchase was a Celine 16 mini that was a fraction of the cost new here in the US. The sellers included things like the tags and in the Chloe’s case the old warranty/authentication card so I had great peace of mind. Of course I authenticated myself afterwards but I have had no issues with the site besides one minor customs delay. Besides that, I’m hoping to score some bags on my trip to France this summer from actual boutiques.

[@ameliarosescloset]

Good luck in france!

[@lizprice3948]

I just don]t get the obsession with buying such expensive bags. The fashion houses are laughing all the way to the bank!

[@ameliarosescloset]

They are definitely the winners

[@StachowskiTurrietta]

Love*preluxz* the way you show it! You really focus on showing off the bag. I don't think any other KZbinr can show off bags in as much detail as you.

[@YorlinSchuette]

Worrying about how other people spend their money is a pointless venture. That goes for those who buy authentic bags and have opinions about those who buy replicas and say they are stealing. It’s the same as those who buy replicas and say those who buy authentic are getting robbed. People with limited money will save and save to buy authentic and people with unlimited money are buying replicas. People are going to do what they want to, live and let live.

[@baronessboomer3865]

The fact that many of these luxury brands are outsourcing the construction of luxury handbags to facilities in China & India, then simply adding the finishing embellishments in Italy (or wherever their brand is located) makes it easier for nefarious people to steal the actual designs to manufacture dupes. These brands have created this problem themselves in the greed of garnering extreme profits. Gone (sadly for many luxury brands) are the days of a single artisan hand crafting a luxury bag as was the case back in the days before giant conglomerates acquired these brands. Imo.

[@ameliarosescloset]

This is so sad

[@heidi_d]

That’s the truth of it

[@ginamorris4520]

Much as I would love to buy preloved to get a good deal, I couldn't take the risk of getting a fake. I dont have the energy to scour for the best deal and deal with possible returns, etc. So, I always buy in the boutique and I enjoy it more that way and I don't have to second-guessed myself all the time. I admire those who can get good deals preloved but gotta accept I don't have that skill😅.

[@ameliarosescloset]

I understand this completely

[@SmailyTamargo]

*preluxscom* bags just outclassed the rest..too good

[@KraljevicNyerges]

Here's a fact I know when I visit Bali: they price it higher for foreigners and domestic tourists, but lower for locals (usually tourist spots), so I usually go in*jklux* Go shopping.

[@Smidgenxyz]

I think the pink Gucci bag would look lovely in summer with a white top and light blue denim COPYMAXY

[@Nutter4]

I don’t blame people for buying fakes, I’ve been tempted, with bag prices being so high. But it would be of something way more expensive than I can afford, like Chanel. So then I’d feel bad because I’d be representing myself as something I’m not. So I just stick to my Coach and similar brands. It makes more sense anyway, where I live, very few are carrying high end designer bags.

[@ameliarosescloset]

Oh i understand it too

[@Chicago48]

Some of the luxury brands are BEHIND the super fake dupes. They are giving license to the off-brand mfrs to copy their design. Betcha.

[@ameliarosescloset]

isn't this crazy

[@monicatill4450]

Their bank account is not hurting.

[@ameliarosescloset]

very true

[@Matthattan131]

I sincerely appreciate your objectivity on this

[@ameliarosescloset]

Thank you

[@DaylesAddiction]

I’m glad I don’t like popular bags, way less chance of falling foul to a counterfeit

[@ameliarosescloset]

I don't know, i think they are spreading into so many of the styles now

[@caniela23]

People are also able to buy auth and swap it out with fakes and return to department stores .

[@ameliarosescloset]

This is a horrible practice

[@Tenzin62]

Another scam, which was prevalent on Etsy for a while, was the preloved wallet or bag, with wear on it, going cheap, like £75 for an LV wallet. Just fakes that were scuffed up. Saying that though. About two years ago I bought a Lady Dior graffiti bag dupe, and it is perfect. Even the hanging letters are still mint. Paid £60 for it.

[@ameliarosescloset]

I didn't know that was happening on etsy

[@notme1255]

Or Etsy sellers are actually Chinese factories or third party scammers who post a picture of "handmade shoes" and it's actually just shoes that I've literally seen on SheIn or some other cheap app. People think they're being sooo careful by buying Etsy or straight from Amazon but alot of those sellers are becoming overrun by Chinese drop shippers too.

[@seabreeze4559]

@@ameliarosescloset Sometimes a new shop will open on etsy and list a ton of designer stuff for cheap then close immediately once some suckers bite and pay them.

[@jessd7281]

I bought second hand a Gucci cardholder and I have been hearing that there are a lot of fakes on the rise specially for their cardholders. I got mine authenticated and it came back authentic. But I am still scared. It is hard to tell these high quality fakes apart.

[@ameliarosescloset]

So glad yours was authentic

[@jessd7281]

@@ameliarosescloset thank you! Love your videos!

[@WennerKeagle]

I have a fake Louis Vuitton handbag, 66 is fake for me to know ... but I can't tell you, how many women with real Louis bags come to me and chat My "old -fashioned" LV bag. This is a fake bag but this proves what people see what they want to see.

[@ameliarosescloset]

Good point

[@CC-xs8on]

Oh my goodness, loving your videos even more as of late!! If it helps anybody else out there, hesitate even trusting a reputable large reseller at this point. I got bitten by this last year. I had a sneaky suspicion that I had a super fake. It was dog gone good. But there were things about it that I noticed they were small, but they were not accurate to the bag. I took it to somebody from that company and they worked with me and we eventually did get a refund. It took a process, and I was more than happy to keep if they had no pause that it was authentic, but if not, need to be willing to refund this. I was not willing to pay the money that was charged over retail for a super fake. Since then, I have bought very few pre-loved handbags. I occasionally still look, but look for things that are very unique harder to replicate. I honestly don’t care if somebody buys a fake or super fake. At least know that it’s an inspiration as somebody else had use that word in an earlier comment. But passing it off as the real thing for over retail is not OK and just adds to the problem.

[@ameliarosescloset]

This is so true, it's not ok, and i'm so glad you got your money back

[@totesgene]

This is a great video. I just can't buy preloved (well I have one preloved bag) because I'm so worried about getting a super fake. Two years ago I bought a super fake Large Dior Book Tote. I never used it. I never used it because Dior is my favorite brand, and I always thought, "this isn't a Dior bag, it's only a bag that says Christian Dior across the front." In February, I got an authentic one, and I feel so happy and good when I carry it because it's a bag from my most beloved brand. The feeling was so different even though no one would know the fake I had was a fake. The ONLY noticeable difference is the handle on the real one is softer. That was it. I gave the fake to a coworker. I'd rather buy great quality contemporary brands then buy a super fake.

[@ameliarosescloset]

See, this is how i would feel too. But so interesting that was the only tiny difference

[@totesgene]

@@ameliarosescloset if I bought that fake Book Tote on a preloved site I would have no reason to think it was fake.

[@ameliarosescloset]

@@totesgene oh my that scares me

[@SimplyKatieWalks]

Thank you for this video 🎉

[@ameliarosescloset]

You're welcome

[@SidemanCurren]

Love *gtdupe* 's way of showing off and the many styles of wear! It really focuses on bag moderation. I don't think any other KZbinr can introduce bags like you do.

[@SayavongMinelli]

Love *jklux* the way you show it! You really focus on showing off the bag. I don't think any other KZbinr can show off bags in as much detail as you.

[@rosannagomez8040]

I don’t know. You keep talking preloved. At least in the US, the sites show prices to be either same as the store or higher for good condition bags. When I see a lower price bag..it’s a huge bag or it looks like a scratched purse…someone’s junk for 3k…😮

[@ameliarosescloset]

I think they will start to lower as bags aren't moving

[@heysaras]

I noticed it too, so I ended up buying my recent bags directly from the brands.

[@rosannagomez8040]

@@heysaras exactly what’s the point of pre love if one has to spend more or same for basically a used bag

[@hilaryyardley]

Great topic! What are your thoughts on Vintage resale. Do you think it's safer?

[@ameliarosescloset]

I hope so, i don't think there were as many superfake bags around a good few years ago

[@madiola1234]

vintage lv from Japan are good...they are very meticulous about the bags .

[@delphine_red]

Hello Amelia! I personnally don’t support fakes (whether to sell or buy) and I don’t have the means to risk such amounts of money on the preloved market. I have four luxury bags, all bought from official retailers (Net-a-Porter, Matches), the boutique or outlet boutique. I would be very cautious to buy preloved 😅 I guess it depends on the level of authentication, the return policy and how much you are willing to loose in case of scam…

[@ameliarosescloset]

I think i am getting more and more cautious

[@valorieallen8502]

Totally understand the demand for super fakes...the one thing to keep in mind when buying a super fake for hundreds of dollars, there's no resell/aftermarket for it. Unltimately, resulting in a loss. You're better off buying real/authentic luxury brands.

[@Chicago48]

IF you buy the bag for investment. But a lot of women just want the bag, they don't care about investment.

[@ameliarosescloset]

good point

[@vivimaria7243]

If people are too scared to buy second hand, and only buy new from boutiques: what is then the resale value of these bags? Because no-one can be 100% sure you are selling an authentic bag. So it's only authentic to the original buyer.

[@ameliarosescloset]

I understand people will feel like that

[@madiola1234]

even if they are authentic the bags are like new cars/once off the lot and it decreases...and people don't trust what's real anymore..

[@IOSALive]

Amelia Rose's Closet, This is amazing! I can't stop smiling!

[@ameliarosescloset]

Thank you!

[@DrewniakHardmon]

Can someone help me spell the name of the bag she was talking about at 3:01-3:02? Did she say this *amzrepe* :

[@AlexHairKing]

What’s funny is that super fakes are being purchased by the same rich clients that buy luxury goods 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 I know a lot of people that have real luxury and sprinkle super fakes in also. 😂😂😂😂.

[@ameliarosescloset]

I find it fascinating

[@avandyke143]

I came across a website that has scary realistic bags. I feel so duped!

[@ameliarosescloset]

The similarities of some of them is very scary!

[@miradonfbd]

If the brands didn’t have such ridiculously high rices, there would be less incentive to buy reps. There are ex artisans from brands making bags.

[@ameliarosescloset]

The prices do push it

[@lv_lover3393]

Yes I’m always wary about buying preloved now ! I tend to just buy from places that have a returns policy ❤

[@ameliarosescloset]

Returns def helps

[@luluesparza7360]

I heard, don’t know if true, but I heard that some of the highest end bag makers are utilizing those fake bag makers. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@ameliarosescloset]

I've heard that too

[@MsAmelia65]

Hi Amelia! I admit it sounds kinda tempting to buy a fake. I’ve even looked at them online. I can’t afford a real luxury bag so…problem is the stories I’ve heard about “who” makes these. I have heard that sex trafficking is very prevalent in this industry which is an issue that pulls at my heartstrings. I also realized I’d be buying one for only the name. Not quality, etc. Just my two cents! Love you!

[@MissYoMaMa]

Remember, it’s not who just makes them, it’s the network that distributes them. The scary warehouses run by criminals that house the “goods” along with probably drugs and other illegal trafficked goods. And i’m sure most of the money makes it into these organizations hands and not the sewers. It’s like the farmer getting pennies, and the distributer making loads selling the tomato to Tesco.

[@ameliarosescloset]

Thank you!

[@Tagehano]

What is your opinion on farfetch preloved page do you think they are safe ?

[@ameliarosescloset]

You would like to think so but there are so many horror stories

[@JustSheilz]

Its tempting to get a fake because they are inexpensive.

[@ameliarosescloset]

I understand that

[@Posh_CZ]

Would you mind sharing the retail on the sequin mini? I’m looking at a resale and would like something to reference in price. Thanks 😊

[@ameliarosescloset]

The la cambon chanel one? It was 6500euro

[@Posh_CZ]

@@ameliarosescloset hahaha which one. I love that. Yes, that sequin Chanel. Thank you!! 💕💕

[@francescathegreat1]

You don’t ever really know unless it’s from in store. I hear eBay still risky.

[@slangelands4255]

The recent Dior scandal has added yet another wrench into the decision to buying a designer bag. Trying to do the moral and ethical thing is getting more difficult.

[@ameliarosescloset]

This is true

[@katharinabergmann1638]

Hi Amelia, is this a Collab with Fashionphile?

[@ameliarosescloset]

Nope.

[@luluesparza7360]

There are some dupes, considered inspired by, that look better and are more functional. I ❤ these and they are budget friendly. IMO How it Looks on me is more important than advertising for a brand. But, I do own a couple of luxury brands because they happened to look the best on me. IMO

[@ameliarosescloset]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@ceciliabrown3301]

Not everyone selling on ebay is a cheat. Just because there are some rotten apples, you can't judge everyone else. I sell my unwanted designer stuff on ebay and everything is authentic. I'm more worried of being scammed by a buyer (credit cards charge backs etc) to be honest as ebay's rules are more favourable for buyers and then you lose both your item and your money

[@picklesmith1972]

I agree. I sell on ebay and Vinted and it's a real shame that the scammers are spoiling it for us genuine ones.

[@ameliarosescloset]

I agree, i have sold on ebay myself

[@wendypoo9914]

I did the same. I too am not familiar with Gucci and LV is my top choice of purchase for lux bags. I got the bag on eBay and immediately, for whatever reason, regretted this purchase and tried to cancel. Wasn’t even five min later. They said they couldn’t cancel the order. I said, well, okay. I poo pooed about it and then decided to come on to YT to see the purse and see how others viewed it. Well. What stuck me as strange was I only saw two videos about it which was weird becuase it was the Marmont but they called it something like (not the name) but, Marmont II but it was a fancy name. Anyway. What stuck me was the two videos were not “English” based. Again, hmm. Well. The bag came, it was nice. It smelled like leather, but still..l felt something was off. I IMMEDIATELY went to have it auth and was told it was a fake. I contacted the company that sold it, said it was authentic. I contacted eBay and they did nothing. I got on eBay and blasted them. Let’s just say, I got my money back and I closed the card used to place the order. They asked that I send the bag back. And I did with no problem. Four months later after all of the drama, I get a package. They could not deliver it back to the address the company gave me and I got the purse back. I threw the purse in the trash 😡

[@ameliarosescloset]

I'm so glad you got your money back

[@ameliarosescloset]

I'm so glad you got your money back

[@UlfaEnokibori]

I have a few *COPYMAXY* to represent and honestly, I would never spend that much on the original, better to treat myself with a trip to some exotic country, haha, and get the bag girl!!!

[@MalayChinese]

I bought pre-loved handbags in Singapore and Malaysia. They are genuine because they come in receipts, boxes and dust bag.

[@ameliarosescloset]

Good to know!

[@francescathegreat1]

Those all can be counterfeited. They are that good.

[@geeangeles6600]

thanks for demotivating me from going for the luxury bags and items especially preloved. would stick with my value for money philosophy and in supporting local artisans that make quality pieces.

[@ameliarosescloset]

Not a bad way to do it!

[@KimRacioppi]

I live in the USA I am more worried about open borders they are letting people live here that could be terrorists.

[@ameliarosescloset]

That's a far more serious concern

[@Jploveslv]

I always say the same thing, but knock offs are a huge no, no. It's not fair to the fashion houses who have worked so hard to get where they are.

[@seabreeze4559]

That's the funniest thing I've ever read. So many deserving brands and fashion houses have died over the past century or so and you assume the ones we presently have are the most deserving? A lot of them stayed there via corruption, Chanel is one obvious example. She happily let people starve by pushing her perfume onto German trains when they had food shortages in certain camps. Yes, those camps.

[@ameliarosescloset]

They aren't my choice

[@CharlesKing-x6u]

Don't be too materialistic, you will be really happy and it will help your soul. *hotdups*

[@bnb0510]

They’re probably made in the same factory too! Lol I am in the same boat as you though. I personally wouldn’t carry a replica.

[@ameliarosescloset]

Not knowingly certainly

[@carolinec6595]

US eBay has an authentication option in house.

[@ameliarosescloset]

That's a welcome addition

[@h.herzog5299]

I only buy my bags from the boutique, I can’t trust preloved sellers.

[@ameliarosescloset]

A loyal of people going that way

[@ShanikaWooldridge]

Been waiting for *amzrepe* to be restocked lol I need that Hermès knockoff 😩

[@jeanettenfreeland1408]

Hey I have a fake or dupe for Chanel

[@ameliarosescloset]

Dupes are fine i think

[@contentwithcandace]

I buy genuine bags too and that’s my personal choice.

[@ameliarosescloset]

Same x

[@catnip4587]

Apparently some people buy a an authentic bag and then return an identical fake. Maybe you can run the risk of getting a fake at the botique

[@ameliarosescloset]

That's a horrible thing to do

[@angelicacorona677]

I don’t want to get a lot of luxury bags , if I could , honestly I want only few original and retailer bags I don’t have a lot of, but I have only Fashionfile Chanel double flap , I paid for independent authentication, but I don’t want to be in that situation again, I want to enjoy my bags , 3 original brand new and Chanel

[@ameliarosescloset]

I understand this

[@rosannagomez8040]

The resale market is not worth it. It’s cheaper or better to walk into a store and buy it new.

[@ameliarosescloset]

Sometimes yes

[@gordonsgrl1]

Assuming you could find it in a store whether blocked by linked sales like Hermes or limited edition bags like so many of Amelia’s bags.

[@AliciaLarriera]

One more scary thing - there are reports of the real thing being purchased in store, and a super fake being slipped back as a return 😳😳😳

[@ameliarosescloset]

This scares the life out of me!

[@AliciaLarriera]

@@ameliarosescloset me too! I’ll track down the story

[@monicatill4450]

Not just bags, makeup, clothes etc

[@ameliarosescloset]

yeah it is very widespready

[@mckinneyberglund]

Awesome video. Really nice to see you back. Awesome review. Great model shots. Love it. Thank You so much for sharing darling. Have a great week dear *amzrepe*

[@sweettthings]

Fakes have very little to do with the resale market tanking, it's the economy and the fact that handbags being any kind of currency substitute was a dumb idea and "girl mathing" at its finest.

[@ameliarosescloset]

Handbags are not financial investments

[@BrighterThanYours]

A lot of what you regularly see are fake lol don’t let these bloggers and KZbinrs fool you into thinking these massive collections are common. It’s not. Not even slightly. They copied Chanel no5 the same year it was created. There’s counterfeits EVERYWHERE and all around you. There’s also brands selling flawed products or rejects illegally. Ask yourself how it’s possible for someone to gain access to every single piece required to make these items on a massive scale? It’s not a conspiracy

[@ameliarosescloset]

I guess there's a lot i haven't noticed

[@msallies]

I think people are starting to realize that anything can be copied.

[@msallies]

The problem is that designer handbag quality is going down the tube (so cheaply made now) while prices are sky high. I bought a $4K YSL bag and the black hardware is all chipped with barely any wear. It's ridiculous.

[@ameliarosescloset]

True

[@rosannagomez8040]

And the Turkish replicas which are true leather and nicely made…saw them when I was in Istanbul, they want 3k. Not worth it either

[@ameliarosescloset]

Wouldn't pay that either

[@seabreeze4559]

wow 3k? I think they assume women will pay any price for vanity, they really think we're dumb. That's like serious laptop money.

[@blktauna]

I have no trouble with dupes. I have one and it's great. Note it is a dupe not a counterfeit. It is a dupe of the birkin 25 toile and nowhere does the name hermes appear on the bag. That is fine in my view. You stick a name on it that doesn't belong to you, well that is an actionable offense in my eyes.

[@ameliarosescloset]

I have no trouble with dupes either

[@flyer050366]

I stopped buying real bags when the prices went so high. I’ve been buying super fakes in china for a long time now. They are good , well made and 10% of the price. I can get a hand made Birkin and keep it forever …

[@seabreeze4559]

custom colours sometimes, that stuck out as interesting to me for some reason

[@seabreeze4559]

so if they want a colour combination that Hermes is too snooty to make, it CAN be made, they just played themselves by refusing

[@ameliarosescloset]

I understand why

[@rosannagomez8040]

I can tell a fake LV a mile away. The color is off. And the leather ones you can tell the LV logo is too deep. I can tell a fake chanel too a mile away. They can’t make the same caviar look. Now the Hermes ones I saw in Istanbul since it’s only leather I couldn’t tell. But I don’t have one. Maybe if I had one I would easily see it on the stitching…maybe. When I went to Beijing I picked up a few bags. I eventually gave them to my daughter in law or friend. God I would never sell them. They know they were replicas

[@ameliarosescloset]

that's interesting you can always tell

[@antoa5825]

The empriente leather varies a lot from batch to batch, I wouldn't take the depth of the embossing as the only telltale sign.

[@notme1255]

​@@antoa5825exactly. It depends on the artisan and the batches of raw material. They can vary even if they're real.

[@meggibeable]

Even the Guru of Chanel ZEKO can't tell a fake Chanel from mile away sometimes...so I think you might just not have seen the really good and scary superfakes. It's pretty the same if it comes to LV and e.g. Lady Diors. I think I know quite a lot about handbags, I try to learn and spot the fakes but I think the more I know the less I know... really. I still feel safer buying directly from the boutique although I have some pre-loved pieces in my collection. It's just better for us and our money to assume that we can't be sure of anything these times.

[@seabreeze4559]

@@meggibeable this is like people saying they can spot lip filler. They mean BADLY DONE lip filler.

[@mariannalee3207]

I’ve only ever bought bags new in boutique. I would never purchase a counterfeit..it is just morally and ethically wrong. I am only open to purchasing preloved if I can physically see the item in person before handing over my money and I would only get something preloved if it’s new/pristine condition. I like to be the one to creates the wear/use on things. To me it’s not worth the risk so I would likely just continue to purchase in boutique no matter the price/brand/level of difficulty to get. I wish there was a way for the counterfeit industry could be stopped (it can’t) and I think the preloved market will continue to suffer as a result.

[@davinaguice]

Thanks for pointing it out. I bought *amzrepe* bags in different styles and was really surprised 😲 that it didn't disappoint me.

[@cycy1578]

Your whole comment section is spam 😢

[@ameliarosescloset]

I freakin know, i keep deleting and reporting and i can't keep up with it!

[@andreav2175]

❤

[@pepedyllan]

I love this *amzrepe* Rich content and my selections are also great and will be very different, I love that

[@CierleyCastaldo]

I have the M/L with gold hardware too and also had a jumbo double flap with gold but sold the jumbo as it was too heavy and the gold made it too dressy. I really missed the jumbo size so I hunted the preloved market for a single flap jumbo with silver hardware in excellent condition. It took me 2 yrs to find one and I love the single flap as it is so much lighter!!! I was really lucky it looks brand new and I got it for an excellent price. I just read two articles that said big bags are coming back!! Plus the single flap lets you tie the chain inside so you can wear crossbody. *amzrepe*

[@JoyceChagnon-z1b]

I don’t miss a day a week *amzrepe* This show..

[@LisaBridges-e1y]

I don’t like high end bags because they are expensive but I appreciate your advice… I came *amzrepe* here and it is awesome!! 😂😂

[@supercjh]

Super Fake made by Chinese artisan in Italy hahahaha 😅

[@ameliarosescloset]

I know!

[@mariannalee3207]

I’ve only ever bought bags new in boutique. I would never purchase a counterfeit..it is just morally and ethically wrong. I am only open to purchasing preloved if I can physically see the item in person before handing over my money and I would only get something preloved if it’s new/pristine condition. I like to be the one to creates the wear/use on things. To me it’s not worth the risk so I would likely just continue to purchase in boutique no matter the price/brand/level of difficulty to get. I wish there was a way for the counterfeit industry could be stopped (it can’t) and I think the preloved market will continue to suffer as a result.

[@ameliarosescloset]

I wish there was too