My 2 cents: i used to be a huge enthusiast of buying 2nd hand. However, luxury resale prices have gotten so ridiculous that often they sell for more than what it costs new. Hence now i buy most of my designer items new. Not worth the hassle and worry

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

I am inclined to agree for a lot of items. I still love vintage pieces, but for recent things, if you can buy new it saves a lot of hassle.

@gmagain

3 жыл бұрын

@@classicswithaquirk yes. For example, i just bought a pair of LV flats new at the store. Therealreal has them for $400 more than what i paid new. Ridiculous

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

The markup can be crazy! I've seen $1000-$2000+ markups on some bags.

@dianarusnov292

2 жыл бұрын

@@gmagain Yes, I'm questioning why they're selling YSL cardholders for $400+ when I paid $300 for the same one brand new from Neiman Marcus 🤔

@shawty7055

Жыл бұрын

You are right. I bought a lv bag and I was socked that retail price is 1960 and fashionphile had it at 1995. I canceled the order and bought it directly from LV

The Real Real sold me a fake Louis Vuitton bag. They recognized it was fake and let me return it, but then re-listed it and sold it to someone else. I had a great run with them but don’t shop there anymore.

@yulianagonzalez2428

3 жыл бұрын

Omg 😞

@angelasoWA

3 жыл бұрын

seriously???

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

😱 that's awful!

@shopqueen

3 жыл бұрын

Yup. I just posted about the fake they sold me then resold to someone else!

@michellesmith5775

3 жыл бұрын

How did you tell it was fake? I just purchased from them! An LV bag

I don’t want to have any doubts about my bags or SLG’s, this is why I always buy everything new from the boutique. I also kept my receipts even from years and years ago.

same thing happened to my girl Sam but she got it authenticated by by two different places and both came back fake and she told the real real. They took it back and said they stand by it being authentic and re-listed the item. 😳 never will trust them again.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

😱😱😱

@amberb8764

3 жыл бұрын

The real real sold me a fake Prada handbag three years ago. Terrible customer service and denied any wrongdoing.

@ShesThePosh

3 жыл бұрын

@@amberb8764 omg that's terrible

@paulreyes4366

3 жыл бұрын

I’ve heard that from different places like fashionfile, mercari, thread up and others.. it’s so crazy....it’s like the the fakes are getting so good that u can’t tell anymore....that’s why u just need to buy from the stores themselves or just trade or sell with people u know....that’s what I do...

@ShesThePosh

3 жыл бұрын

@@paulreyes4366 OMG this is all so scary but you are so right. they are getting too good.

My mind is blown watching this entire video. Every extra thing you pointed out was shocking. Especially the tags. How could they let that go? It’s so scary! We definitely have to do our due diligence. Thanks sharing!

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching!

Hello! Don’t feel stupid! The unboxing and this video are very helpful to other considering purchasing the item from a 3rd party. TFS.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

🙏🙏🙏

Don’t feel embarrassed. You bought from The Real Real and you would have thought that they had their act together. You are giving us some great tips of what to look for in a fake YSL cardholder.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

Oh no that’s awful! I’m also suspicious of authenticity at all these giant preloved stores... sometimes things slip through the cracks!

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly! I think it's just the amount of inventory they have.

I have one of these. It is very stiff and it's hard to get cards in and out at first. Yours looks very soft. I've had mine for years and it still looks brand new.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate your input! That's the quality I want!

I've seen ENOUGH! I was totally going to shop with them. I'm so glad I watched this video. You just saved my ass.

I am hesitant to purchase from TRR because I have heard too many stories about fakes!

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

That's valid!!

That’s why I never ordered from them before! Plus I think their stuff is WAY overpriced for used items. I’ll stick with FASHIONPHILE. Thanks for sharing!

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

I'm definitely warier now for sure. And I was already pretty hesitant!

I’m really sorry this happened to you but thank you for sharing your experience. I’m very pleased to hear about TRR’s response. Obviously not ideal overall but I’m happy that they care enough to make it a quick and easy process to rectify. Excited to see the cardholder you’ll replace it with 😘

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

So sorry this also happened to you. The Real Real sold me a fake LV Noe BB! I was going to sell it to Fashionphile and they said it was a fake! The RR had me return the items back to them, they gave me a refund, they did NOT relist the item. I feel as though the Real Real is a major joke. I will never buy from them ever again. 😩

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you were able to return it!! And that didn't relist it!

@luciar.villanueva1780

3 жыл бұрын

And good luck dealing with their poor customer service. I just purchased an item that I had to contact them on because it was listed as a clutch but once I received the item since it came with all it’s documentation, was actually an O case. I didn’t have an issue with the authenticity of the item but I took issue with selling a Chanel O Case as a clutch and not an OCase. As you all will know there is a huge price difference between a Chanel O case and a clutch. All this to say is that they will not return my money until the item is receive and then it had to go through the reauthentification process. WORST customer service.

@agentbagreviews

3 жыл бұрын

@@luciar.villanueva1780 oh my gosh I completely sympathize with you!! I would threaten them with a horrible review. Did you go to high management with this issue? Since there is a large price difference and they had it mislabeled online, that’s complete bait and switch practices!!

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

That's ridiculous!! I'm so sorry that happened to you 😱

@luciar.villanueva1780

3 жыл бұрын

@@agentbagreviews oh get this, I asked to speak to a supervisor or manager and was told by the customer service rep that they weren’t available and that they were only going to tell me the same thing he did. I noted my issues with false advertising in my initial email which I never received a response to and to the customer service rep I spoke with. Honestly, I was shocked. I highly doubt that I’ll be purchasing through TRR again.

Great information, glad you could work things out ❤️

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

What a fantastic video. Thank you so much! I will now look at items on The Real Real with more assurance that they will stand behind their items.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!!

So sorry it was a fake dream piece! I'm sure you'll find your perfect cardholder soon. Great information & I'm happy they handled it well. I'm also surprised you're not jaded off the company, I truly wonder how often this happens out of 1,000 items

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

🙏🙏🙏 I hope I find something too! Thank you for watching 💕

Awww, I’m sorry that happened to you. The hardest thing is that now we not only have to look out for fakes, but deal with quality problems from the actual brands, so it becomes almost impossible unless you buy it new.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

I definitely have second thoughts about buying this cardholder pre-loved now!

This was so helpful!

So sorry this happened to you. I’ve bought several things from them, but won’t any longer. Thank you for sharing this.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching 💕

So sorry this happened to you! Please don’t feel bad, this has happened to many you tubers and all of us I’m sure at some point. You videos are helpful, ty for sharing. I hope ur next unicorn item is perfect as it should be💙🦋 Have a great long weekend

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Miss B! 💕

@missb1097

3 жыл бұрын

💗💗

The hardware definitely gave it away 😱

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Right?? 🙌🙌🙌

Very Informative thank you !

Thx for sharing this experience. Great customer service. Sorry you had to go through this experience. Sad. I’m so lury purchasing from preloved sites.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

Oh nooooo 😔😔😔. I’ve been waiting an hour to watch! So curious.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching (and waiting to watch)!!

I found this video off of your new videos about Chanel quality. Let me say-you are straight up SLEUTH! Well done! That being said, I’m no longer comfortable purchasing pre-loved. Even my dream bag (Lady Dior), which I could save tons by buying pre-loved, I’m just going to save and buy directly from Dior. New subbie here! 😊

@classicswithaquirk

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! And I certainly understand not wanting to buy preloved. I'm a sucker for vintage, so I sometimes don't have a choice, but for newer releases I also have been having second thoughts.

Great informative video. It's a minefield buying pre loved 😫

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!!

That’s so sad, but thank you for sharing this detail

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

Summary of video. Thought card holder was fake after close examination.Contacted seller . Seller agreed to refund money appreciated you sharing

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙂

I really appreciate you sharing with us the email you sent. I was having trouble putting it into words as I am appalled with my purchase. I hope I get the same graceful response and my money back from TRR as this was a big purchase.

@classicswithaquirk

Жыл бұрын

I hope it was sorted for you!!

Thank you for sharing your experience. I think the response from TRR was because they think there is a good likelihood it is fake. I purchased a bag from them and gave detailed reasons and photos why. They did not offer to re-examine it and seem to require that I get an evaluation to show it is inauthentic, I still buy from them but mainly clothing and very rarely handbags since they do not allow inspection and return period on handbags. Fashionphile does. Ultimately I prefer to buy from the boutique when possible.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

I think I'm comfortable buying clothes from them, but yes I'm warier now about leather goods 😔

I have only purchased one item from RealReal, it was an Epi bag but I don’t have doubts as I know my LV. But pretty much, I only shop at Fashionphile now.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, I also think I would have been more confident with a Chanel or LV purchase. Thank you!

Just found your KZread and I am really enjoying it. I have only purchased Luxury pre-owned. Is there a follow up to this? Did The Real Real ever get back to you on their findings?

@classicswithaquirk

Жыл бұрын

They never did! But I also checked the website for several months and it was never relisted

Thanks so much for this! I find purchasing luxury items on resell websites really hard but there are definitely some gems! I recently purchased a Gucci: Guccy Backpack! Fingers crossed!

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

🤞🤞🤞 (and thank you for watching!)

No reason to feel stupid!! By making this video, you help people who want to buy preloved. And yes, all you pointed out "real" YSL cardholders don't have! They are very sturdy and really good quality! Hope you find your dream cardholder soon 🤗! Thank you for showing! 💞

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Thalia 💕💕

Ladies I am sitting here with my mouth opened! I buy and sell from them all the time!!!!😳 I am glad I ran across this video! I started buying SLG from LV because I wanted my very own!!! I have to rethink this.....and don’t feel stupid, we trust companies!!

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!!

Great video!

Wow. So sorry this happened to you. I got a fake Gucci Boston bag from the real real as well. Got it authenticated from the Gucci stir here. I was so sad I didn’t even want another Boston bag. I have been buying from Fashionphile mostly now and I hope this doesn’t happen with them. However, once you showed the inconsistencies, they seemed like something they should have caught. Maybe because they get so much stuff coming through it just slipped through.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

That's what I think. It just wasn't closely inspected. I'm glad I noticed these things!

Wow so sorry this happened to you. TRR is a bit tricky because they have so many items on their website and some are bound to slip through the cracks of the authenticity process. I prefer to shop for clothes there and don’t really have trust for their bags. Glad you noticed it though.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

I do think I'll continue to shop clothes, but not so sure about bags, yeah.

I don't think you are stupid for purchasing things that are not what you intended it to be. *I do Applaud you for sticking up for yourself...informing the REAL REAL and BOTTOM LINE UP FRONT the issues you have with their merchandise.* A HUGE THANK YOU for sharing this with us. You purchased something you loved, you questioned its authenticity, you informed the REAL REAL of your concerns. I've no doubt you sharing this will help others for sure.💯🌼🌸🌼 Now as far as the REAL REAL...this Really Stinks and is SUBSTANDARD!!! The refund without questioning is basic service. But a TOTAL REFUND to include shipping & handling both ways, PLUS a 10-20% discount for my trouble would be appropriate and Excellent Service. I think you deserve at a minimum this. Particularly being that you're so kine.🤷🏾‍♀️

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate your words 💕💕💕 thank you!

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate your words 💕💕💕 thank you!

The RealReal sold me a fake toiletry pouch. They allowed me to return it and the same day they accepted the bag they posted it for sale. They’re tarnishing their brand and don’t even care. It’s quite a shame

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

A number of people have shared this same experience. It's really terrible. I'm keeping an eye on TRR to see if this cardholder is relisted.

Big difference in the hardware for sure.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Right? 🙌🙌

Thanks for sharing this. I only shop at fashionphile when it comes to things like this. I’ve heard that TRR sells fakes, which is so terrible.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching 💕

Yes sometimes we take it for granted that it’s authentic. Good to know that we can’t always assume. Autumn Beckman bought an LV luggage tag from the RR and it too was a dupe. She didn’t know until she took it to LV to get it hot stamped. Even she was surprised. But she says the RR is her fav 2nd hand website. Mine too, we just need to be aware, these things can slip thru authenticators

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Autumn was one of the reasons I took a chance on TRR, with how much she likes them. I'm definitely going to be warier myself!

@oldpalmcity

3 жыл бұрын

​@@classicswithaquirk I would not trust Beckman a bit. I think half of her stuff is fake. She buys where is cheaper, like Poshmark and Poshmark is loaded with fakes.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

I can't judge what she buys, but I didn't know about Poshmark. I've found a number is fakes there myself and reporting doesn't seem to do much 😑

@oldpalmcity

3 жыл бұрын

@@classicswithaquirk I don't judge anyone either. I was just trying to say that the sources she is often purchasing from are not always trustworthy .

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Oh no, I understood what you meant! And I appreciate the heads-up.

Oh my goodness! I have the YSL cardholder and that logo is definitely way off! I’m so sorry this happened to you. This is exactly why I’m terrified to buy preloved or from a 3rd party store...wow!

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for chiming in! I feel better knowing my suspicions were valid.

My authentic YSL cardholder (purchased through Net-a-Porter) also has white bits in the first insert on both left and right sides. Yes, the logo is flat to the touch, not rounded. And the corners should be 2 half’s. I also received a black pouch with the cardholder.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your insight!

I purchase and sell items with the RealReal and so far (thankfully) have not been sold a fake. The reason I go back to them, even though I know this could happen, is that they have one of the largest variety of items of any resale site online. My philosophy is to always assume the worst when I get a designer item and check it multiple times to make sure it matches the authentic pieces. For most designer items looking at the Japanese sellers on eBay, who post amazingly detailed pictures is one of the best ways to visually confirm that an item looks right. This is not full proof, but it is a good first step. Getting a second opinion with a 3rd party authenticator is also recommended. I hope that this does not happen again, or discourage you from buying items on the secondary market.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

I love vintage too much to be completely discouraged! But it does serve as a reminder to be wary 😤

I bought a fake pair of Jimmy Choos. Jimmy Choo couldn’t find the style name and the whole shoe itself felt terrible. I returned it so fast. This was several years and I never purchased again. The real real to me is full of fakes and can’t be trusted.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

I'm definitely warier now for sure 😔

So sorry you went through this I hope you can return it! Awful for a company like that selling fakes. How they went through all those checks and not notice the differences on the cards and the receipts! Sounds very fishy! These days I only go to the store, I know it’s more expensive but the paranoia isn’t worth it 🤣

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

I was able to return it without issue in the end. Thank you so much for watching!

@Nailtheday

3 жыл бұрын

@@classicswithaquirk yay so pleased x

I'm so so so sorry that this happened to you. My friend bought CHANEL maxi double flap classic from them in 2015. When the bag arrived it looked ok, but to me it just look a bit strange. Well as soon as I looked inside to see serial number I was not surprised. The bag was a fake with 10218184 which the typical code for a fake CHANEL bags. She spent 4000 dollars on that bag and they did never answered her emails or calls. I don't know how the real real is still open after everything.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

😱😱😱 that's awful!!

@Lady_Nightray

3 жыл бұрын

@@classicswithaquirk absolutely awful. She is planning on suing them.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Good!!

I bought a LV bag at RealReal 2yeqrs ago and one of the hardware broke and took it to LV store and after couple of weeks I received a call from LV that they can not repair my bag because it non authentic. I immediately contacted RealReal and got my refund. Lesson learn I never bought to any pre loved market/website.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you were able to get your money back!!

I had the same concern with The RealReal.. they were great about the return & is currently still available on their website for sale...

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Ugh, that's awful! I haven't seen mine relisted yet but...

Wowww I bought an LV billfold from them a few years back? Same deal. I’m gonna agree with the comments that they really need to reevaluate their training/methods. Egregious really

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Ugh, I'm so sorry you had to deal with that 😩

I agree this cardholder is a rep/fake. That’s really scary... I’m sorry this happened to you and I’m glad TRR at least stepped up & allowed you to return it. Personally I’ve bought a LOT of items from TRR (clothes, shoes, jewelry, bags) and I myself haven’t ever encountered a fake (to my knowledge)... yet anyway. I have purchased some bags that were “final sale” that were not in the same condition described in the listing, and with picture proof I have been allowed a full refund for those situations. I’ve also had many purchases that went smoothly, with no issues at all. TRR has a very large inventory and a lot of new items coming in daily and I find it easy to believe that some inauthentic items just slip through the cracks. I don’t think they are doing it intentionally or maliciously, maybe they need to hire more qualified, knowledgeable people to authenticate and have the items undergo a longer period of time being evaluated and authenticated.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

I agree that I don't think this was intentional. Just something that slipped through the cracks with such a large inventory and not enough attention 😔

Sounds about right. They have gotten me a few times . Now they don't allow returns I swear they have sold me a fake LV..

we need an update on this! how did it go? were you able to find another authentic one? don’t leave us hanging 🤣🤣

@classicswithaquirk

2 жыл бұрын

I was able to return it no problem at least! Still on the hunt for one in my perfect color 💚

Hii! Commenting because I bought an envelope clutch from ysl (farfetch) that came with the exact same corner problem. Mine was on the pointy flap, it was unsewn and exposing the inner part. Contacted farfetch and they immediately exchanged for a new one even though the exchange period was expired. Maybe it’s a recurring defect with ysl. But other than that, no more defects.

@classicswithaquirk

Жыл бұрын

I'm glad you got a good one in the end! I was pretty concerned about the logo on mine too. It didn't look like any other logo I'd seen

@konyanblo201

Жыл бұрын

Yes, the logo looks weird! Plus the confusing tags. If it was only the unsewn corner, it could be authentic. But the other details are unforgiving 😢 I’m happy TRR service was great! 😊

Many of these brands that also sell through discount outlets often produce similar designed items at lesser quality factories (such as made in China Prada bags at outlets). I suspect that someone bought this on sale at outlet and resold it.

We went to Dubai a few years ago, and just for fun, my husband bought me 2 slgs, a Chanel and LV, coin purses. I never took care of them since they were replicas. Just throw them around Believe it or not, there's no flaws even after years of use! I regretted not buying a handbag.

I just bought a vintage Chanel and looking for places to authenticate it. Could you recommend places that do that? I see luxury youtubers say "get it authenticated" all the time but not seeing much information as to places that offer this kind of service. thank you!

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Oh of course! For Chanel, I recommend Zeko Authentication. She's very reputable.

I have two YSL wallets, both caviar leather. I have a big square bill wallet and the corners don’t look like that. Also, the caviar leather is so durable and it doesn’t scratch so easily, it shouldn’t wear out like yours. I’m so sorry this happened to you. Believe me YSL makes very high quality items, especially their wallets.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate your insight! It definitely makes me feel better to know that their quality IS good!

I remember when the brand first started they would literally do credit and income checks and I thought that was really suspicious.

@classicswithaquirk

2 жыл бұрын

I didn't know that! That's ... really odd

It's not ur fault hun. It happens it shows how good these fakes are getting that authenticators cant even spot them half the time . I think when it comes to this the person at fault is the ppl pushing fakes as real if u sell and buy replicas I don't see a problem due to not everyone can afford but don't push them as real that's not cool.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, if someone wants to buy that it's their own business, but selling as authentic is really uncool. 😡

Omg , wow 😯 sorry that happened to you ! All the work you did , they should of done . I won’t buy from them anymore.😪

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

🙏🙏🙏

bummed for you :( i really hope they can do something to crack down on these fakes!

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 💕💕

Hope they take this item out and apologise to you…I buy from sites that have guaranteed authenticity for life, which makes you feel secure and if you discover an issue they will stand by !

Hi, the realreal sold me fake louboutins and luckily I did my due diligence and returned them the next day which was Saturday I'm waiting on them to get my item back so they can send me my money back in hoping they don't try to pull anything. Did you get your money back? Or what did they do for you ?

@classicswithaquirk

2 жыл бұрын

I’m so sorry to hear that! If it helps, I did get my money back and they didn’t resist the item either. I hope you get your money back soon!

@krucial88

2 жыл бұрын

@@classicswithaquirk I hope I do they received my item on Friday I called them and then after got a email saying that if I get another one saying compete or something then I'm good. But my purchase was a "final sale" so they have to look it over before giving me my refund and they kept telling me they have a team of aunthenticaters which I told them I know they do but they obviously missed this one. I've heard theres only specific items that make it to the actual aunthentication team and they are high priced items.

I bought an LV wallet from the Real Real that I could tell was fake as soon as I got it. The zipper was so cheap! They took it back thankfully

Hi, I really like your video. I am not an expert in YSL. Before I used to think that the brand things are indestructible. It is not so , I bought brand items from official store and I was shoked to see that some of the products disintegrate fast. Rulle 1 : The black color items hold on for loger time. Because they use the black dye that impregnates in the leather vs other colors that can wear faster then others. Many brands this days release colourfull leather items but many of them are very fragile and wear badly. I seen Italian artizan craftsmen that make way better quality items then soem high end brands, even leather is better quality, they not always have great design. I seen many people buying items that they do not like or need just because of the brand and price. You cna chek out what I bought, I posted some video about leather quality.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

I definitely have my own personal rule that I ONLY buy items I love. It's not worth buying an expensive piece is you don't love it!

I have a fake ysl card holder and it looks EXACTLY like this

This might be fake but I've actually bought a similar card holder and had similar issues directly from YSL and went back in to return it and they told me all of em are made individually so they aren't always perfect, i was a bit bummed out, they replaced it and the nexts one had some minor flaws too like stitching and this from there store in Las Vegas

@classicswithaquirk

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for telling me! I am pretty sure mine was fake because of the hardware, but it's a shame to hear about the quality issues in some of the real ones

That's why I didn't do the 2nd hand even though making a good deal is very tempting. Besides,they got crazy prizes now and the items are almost beat up. They say it's good for the environment but I don't think so, you are just getting other people's trash and they will end up buying new things for sure😪. I only have my 1st ever luxury items this year,at 46 and luckily we are in Europe. I can only wished that I should've done it when we got here 3yrs ago, that would have saved me the price increases and could have bought the Lv favorite when they weren't discontinued yet. There are always unscrupulous people out there waiting for unwitting victims.

See this is why I stopped shopping from TRR. I am so sorry this happened to you. :(

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 💕💕

Omg I got a red ysl wallet from net-a-porter and it started to wear 7days in! They gave me a full refund but now I will never buy from them or a coloured ysl wallet😞

@classicswithaquirk

2 жыл бұрын

Goodness, I’m sorry! It’s so odd, because I hear SO many good things about YSL wear and tear

The Real Real cannot be trusted. I learned that the hard way. Will never use them again and strongly recommend that others don’t either.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry you had a bad experience with them too 😔

You were lucky that your item was returnable. I bought a fake pair of Balenciaga shoes from TheRealReal that were not returnable (they were on their Real Final Sale with 30% off). I had to fight to get my money back because they claim "all of our items are authenticated."

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Ugh! I'm so sorry!

@krucial88

2 жыл бұрын

That's what my item is and I'm waiting for them to receive my return they told me because I think its fake that they have to look at it again before they give me my money back I'm hoping I don't have to fight with them cause I literally been calling customer service almost every other day and telling them my story. I'm 1000% sure mines a replica louboutin shoe I seen videos of this guy doing reviews on them and the exact same fake receipt came with mine that has the same buyer name and seller name. That wasn't the only reason why they were fake but it was definitely the nail in the coffin when every replica shoe comes with that same fake receipt.

I think this YSL card holder is actually an outlet item. Made specifically for selling at the outlet stores. Quality of outlet items are notoriously poor and not the same as the boutique items. The tags being mismatched can simply be a mixup from the outlet store, or owner trying to pass off an outlet item as a store item. Also that color is not Peacock Green. The name is slipping my mind right now. But it is from 2017. The biggest outlet for YSL is at Woodbury Commons in NY.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

I had someone comment that the color is petrol green-- they had the same cardholder but did agree that mine didn't seem right 😔

I buy lots of clothes from the Real Real but because there’s a no return policy on bags I don’t purchase them. I purchased a vintage Chanel jersey reissue several years ago & there were lots of holes in the jersey that weren’t in the description or pics . They refunded my money.

I have a genuine cardholder I paid retail for and it has that "thick"-ish border as well. It looks close to the real thing, but the "L" hardware gave it away.

@classicswithaquirk

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I like the hardware was the most noticeable issue.

I'm glad you noticed that this was a fake!!! I bought a Loewe Puzzle Bag from a very reputable, trusted reseller website and also experienced the same thing -- didn't really inspect it closely and was so excited to use it right away. After a few days, I started noticing a lot of red flags about the bag (uneven stitching, hardware scratching already, glue residue, imperfections in the inner lining, extremely scratched leather despite babying it, etc) and suspected that it was a fake. Got it authenticated by a 3rd party, and it came back as counterfeit. I contacted the reseller and after submitting documents proving that it was counterfeit, I was able to send it back for a refund. However, a few days later, I was contacted by the reseller saying that they "still believed the bag was authentic" according to their standards, and was going to re-list it again and sell it on their website!! I was so horrified and shocked to hear this. I understand that they have their own authentication process but this left a bad taste in my mouth. There is no doubt in my mind, 100%, that the bag was fake, and even the best resellers and authenticators (in my opinion) can make mistakes. I ended up buying a new bag directly from a Loewe boutique at full retail price, and the quality is significantly better--weight of the hardware, feel and durability of the leather, etc. I've used it nonstop for 2 months for work, and there is not a single scratch on the leather or hardware of the authentic one. The counterfeit market is terrifying!!!

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

😱 that's awful they sold it to you. I'm glad you got your money back, but for them to relist it?? 😡😡😡

@lc3521

3 жыл бұрын

@@classicswithaquirk ​ Yes!!! They said they stood by their authenticity guarantee! And now, the item has been sold to someone else. This also makes me worried that there are people out there who might know that high-quality replicas can easily slip through the cracks of authentication, and would sell replicas to those resellers in order to make a profit. Since authenticators are ultimately human, I also doubt that any one person (or even a team of people) can adequately authenticate ALL the products of these luxury brands, without firsthand owning one themselves. I imagine they sometimes have to authenticate items they have never seen in real life. Although authentication "science" is a great thing, I think with the scarily-realistic counterfeits out there, nothing can really substitute for the experience of owning and using an authentic item first, before being able to compare it to a potential fake. However, maybe it's just me and I'm just paranoid now! Haha xD

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

That's why when I get things authenticated, I prefer going to people who are experts on THAT one brand. Somebody who has really studied it. And even personally, I trust myself pretty well with Chanel for instance, but you can bet I'll get a second opinion!

This is why I don’t buy from pre loved sites I’m worried it would be fake.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

That's totally valid!

I am so sorry you got duped like this 😪.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏🙏

The irony of buying a fake from a place called The Real Real.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Right??

HI, saw fake dior shoes at vestaire collective and mail the customer service, but they done nothing

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Super Dacob did a while video on Vestiaire and fakes he's found. It can be scary 😱

All you have to do is take it into a retail boutique yeah might be a little bit embarrassing, but they’ll tell you if it’s fake or not. Just tell them you got it second hand and question the authenticity. But your real leather goods even the small ones by Gucci, Chanel and Louis Vuitton etc are very well-made and last for years with very minimal wear if you take care of it.

@classicswithaquirk

2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, most boutiques actually don’t do authentication. Unless you’ve bought the item from them and have the receipt or client history, they won’t touch telling you whether or not something bought third-party is authentic.

Hey there so good u use it naw, and seen it naw not later,and so good they will give u REFOUND,SHOCKED they sold u fake at the first plc..

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Lily!

Accidentally bought a fake YSL bag via eBay earlier this year. Bad pictures make it very hard to know for sure - plus the emotional urgency when it is the only one and a perceived “deal.” So thankful that I was able to return it and get refunded without any issue. However, I was disappointed to see that the seller re-listed it a couple months later and it sold again, despite my reporting it several times to eBay. Similar to your cardholder, the hardware and stitching were both obvious after-the-fact as was that it was never used despite being a couple years old.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

I'm so sorry you had that happen! I'm glad you were able to get a refund. That's awful the bag was resold though 😡

I have decided to only purchase from the boutique. It's just not worth the doubt.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

I think this is so valid. I love vintage too much to avoid pre-loved completely, but certainly for more recent pieces I will think twice!

I have this cardholder purchased from Nordstrom and the color is called Petrol Green not Peacock Green. I purchased it last year but I have yet to use it. The price tag that came with my cardholder looks different than yours and I paid $275 plus tax. The corners of my cardholder is not rounded it is square, however my cardholder is not as malleable as yours. The cardholder is quite stiff and durable. Sorry that this happened to you. I hope the RealReal doesn't get slick and re-list the item.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing these details! I really appreciate it 💕💕

I have the same card holder but in red and it does show the white like that but I’ve had mine for over a year now and use it a lot. No babying my items. I bought mine from the boutique. Definitely a fake if it shows that kind of wear right away.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your insight!

Awww no!😔

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

😔😔😔

I stopped buying original bags and accessories because they are overpriced without actually having any quality. While I lived in China, I had a chance to test the fake and original, and the original was getting destroyed very quickly with little use. Even the hardware around bags started getting rusty. Whereas the fake bags and accessories lasted me for good 3-4 years of heavy usage (here I mean wearing them every day, one got soaked in the seawater twice when a wave hit it, hihihi, I spilled juice inside, my ink pen opened and big portion was covered in black, all washed away easily ans quickly). The original, on the other hand, was getting frayed edges after the first use, the color changed because of the jeans or any clothes I wore, if I put it on the table at my office, it would even get color off of that... So I decided to stop getting any brands and go for something either handmade or make my own.

I just bought a Gucci bag! Hope it’s real!! 😒

Thanks for sharing. When showing camera close ups your camera likely recognizes a face and attempts to keep focus there. Try putting the item in front of your face and we might actually be able to see what you're talking about in focus.

Don’t feel dumb you were smart enough to catch it! Now I’m definitely not buying pre-loved from anyone!

@classicswithaquirk

2 жыл бұрын

I wouldn’t say no to preloved ever, as there are some good authentication services, but I definitely suggest being wary! And if you are truly worried then I wouldn’t buy preloved either ❤️

I bought YSL from the online store and it’s definitely not worth the money they charge so I only owe two things from them a card holder and a bag but your card holder hardware is definitely off

So let me get this right u think the cardholder fake n continue to purchase again…if u get another supposed fake …y she don’t take it to ysl to authentic it to know forsure

New title - The RealReal sold me a fake!

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Good point!

Super fake. I got a fake Lady Dior from FASHIONPHILE the zipper hardware was like o rings like cheap key rings I was able to return it scared to buy pre loved again just to save $

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you were able to return it!

Real Real has been in the news way to much. Send it back, and get a refund. Also, try Tradesy.

@classicswithaquirk

3 жыл бұрын

Glad to have gotten my refund 😤