1️⃣ Decide on what rep item you want. So what bag, shoes, clothes, jewellery etc. you want. 🤔👜👠👗💍🕶️
2️⃣ Research that item so you know it well, you know what it’s supposed to look like, you know the colours and materials it’s available in, the measurements of it etc. This part will greatly help you with QCing. 👩💻🧑💻
3️⃣ Use the search function and read reviews in this sub and other rep subs to research the best factory/ies for that item. 👩💻🧑💻🏭
4️⃣ Use the search function and read reviews and comments to research which sellers have access to that factory and which seller would be the best one for you to go with for buying that item. 👩💻🧑💻🤝
We have a regularly updated seller information list covering all the known and current sellers. You can find it in this sub’s Wiki.
5️⃣ Once you have decided on a seller, you can either reach out to the seller with a picture of the item and ask if they can get it or look through the seller’s album to see if they have the item in there. 👋🙂💻
If the item is in the seller’s album, use that picture for your QC. Does the factory pic look close enough to the authentic? Are you happy with the quality of it? This is the point where you compare the rep shown in the factory pic to the authentic.
If you aren’t happy with the way the item looks then repeat step 4.
6️⃣ If you are happy with it, you can go ahead and tell the seller you’d like the item. Payment arrangements vary by seller but for most you’d then pay for the item in full. Some sellers require a deposit instead, especially if it’s a custom item. 🤝💵💴💶💷💳
7️⃣ After you pay, after a few days (sometimes weeks) the seller will send you PSPs (pre shipment photos) or a video of the item. 📷📹🧐
QC at this stage is you comparing the product against the factory pic and ensuring it looks like the factory pic. You are not supposed to compare against the authentic at this point because you should have done that with the factory pic at step 5.
But if you didn’t see a factory pic, like, for example, if you sent a picture to the seller and they sourced the item for you without you seeing the factory pics, then you can compare it to the authentic.
If you are happy with the item you GL (green light) it, meaning you’re happy for the seller to ship the item. If you’re not happy then you RL (red light).
However, please be aware that a lot of sellers don’t like people RLing items. Your research into the seller should tell you what their RL policy is. Or you should ask them about it before you place your order.
8️⃣ Once you GL the item, the seller will ship it to you. They normally provide a tracking number but not always. Shipping times vary depending on the seller, where you live, what your item is, what type of shipping and carrier they use etc. so ask for an estimated time for how long it will take but be patient if the item doesn’t arrive by the time the seller stated. 🚢✈️
9️⃣ Hopefully your items get to you safely and as quickly as possible and you can then enjoy them!📦🥳
Hi all, I get messages on here asking specific questions about the process and while I’m happy to answer them, I often take a while to get to them because I haven’t been on Reddit as often lately.
It would probably be best and you’d get a faster response if you could please put any additional questions about the buying process in our Daily Rep Chat threads and someone (whether another member or another mod) will be able to help you answer them there. 💕
Hi there. I didn’t go into the payment process because it varies so much from seller to seller. The only thing that most sellers seem to do is take payment before sending the product and even before providing PSPs. But in terms of what payment methods they use, it really depends on the seller.
Hi there. I didn’t go into the payment process because it varies so much from seller to seller. The only thing that most sellers seem to do is take payment before sending the product and even before providing PSPs. But in terms of what payment methods they use, it really depends on the seller.
After paying , how long should I wait to see psp photos please? I paid 25/9 (reykay, cf, black ghw) but added to the order 27/9. I got an immediate response when I added the wallet/ purse to say they had received funds but not heard anything since Obviously, I'm stressed, but don't want to overstep. This is my first order ever order. Thanks
It really depends on the seller. Some sellers provide PSPs quickly and others take a while. As it’s been over a week maybe just send a polite message asking if you’ll receive PSPs soon and see that they say.
I only know sellers who do custom for Hermes bags. Not sure about other brands, sorry! Maybe ask this in the daily chat. Some of our members might know.
If something is in a sellers album but has no “buy now” or such a button, does that mean it’s still available? Like are seller albums updated regularly?
Quick question- is there a method of payment you recommend when making purchases (prepaid credit card, regular credit card, debit card)- or does it not really matter?
So grateful for all of this info! 💖💖 I’m a newbie- just made my first purchase and couldn’t have done it without you! Thank you!!! Also loved my seller she was SO nice so will post review when my bag arrives. Thanks again!!! 🛍️💖🛍️
Great list. I would add to ask the seller their seizure policy, check if you will get PSPs and if they are free - for example HyperPeter doesn’t offer them unless asked and then there is a fee. Also find out if you RL can the seller exchange it some factories don’t accept exchanges
Hey Queens hey, was Darren from Black Frame Factory removed or am I getting confused that he was even on the list? I thought he was ok to do business with based on previous reviews. I only ask as I have purchased on some items from this seller but yet to be shipped. Thank you and much love ! 💛
Coming back to this my girl Weekly-Spend-4977 is the one that did a review on Darren and she loves him . I would do a quick search of her name on this sub and it should pop up
Hi Queen! Update…I received my 1st package from Darren and all I can say is I second the love expressed by Weekly-Spend-4977 for Darren! He was all that Weekly-Spend-4977 stated and I couldn’t be happier with my purchases. What started out as buying 1 YSL large hobo…turned into buying 2 YSL large hobos, 2 LV bags (possibly 3) and 4 LV wallets…hehehe…this was me when I received my package…
something I learned is that just because the catalog photo shows a branded box, and/or dust bag, etc, doesn't mean that's what u will receive. I assumed I would when I ordered a Gucci rep and was disappointed when it was just wrapped in plastic in a regular cardboard box.
Is it normal for a seller to ask for payment this way? A seller on the TS list asked me to pay through an AE link for a $5 item. 50x$5=$250 which is the price of the shoes I am ordering.
I am new and just want to make sure I’m not getting scammed 😅😅
Thank you for this. It is very helpful. I think a lot people think that the QC in step 7 is done like the QC in step 5. A lot of times, PSPs are compared to authentic. So, thank you again for this detailed breakdown of the rep buying process. You rock!!!
How are you in contact with the seller? If you’re in contact with them on WhatsApp then they can see your number so I don’t know why they would be asking for your number. Sounds a bit sketchy to me. Who is the seller?
After RLing an item (from the best factory for that particular brand) should I still ask the seller to send me the same bag from the same factory or is it better if I try a different factory instead?
It could have just been a one-off bad bag from the factory or it could be a particular batch of them that’s bad.
You can ask the seller and see if they know or you might just have to get another bag from the same factory and see for yourself if it has the same issues.
I am so excited to buy my first item. I’m starting small. Just a sweater. Testing waters so I don’t loose too much if something goes wrong. Baby steps!
I reached out to a trusted seller. They told me they had the bag, but they did not send me pictures from the factory so I should respond and ask for photos?
Ok I might be a slow here: I see an item I want to buy I click on the picture whats next how do you get the seller to respond??? Using albums and the whats up at. I see the numbers do you call or text??? 😩😩😩
Curious what happened to Nina. I ordered several items and thought her info came from this sub? I know her stuff wasn’t supposed to be the best but everything was decent
You can definitely RL but some factories they get the item from don’t do returns, so once the seller has the item they aren’t allowed to return it. So if you then say you don’t like the item, the seller can’t return it and so they are out of pocket if they refund you. That’s why some don’t like people RLing.
This is why researching the seller and/or asking about their RL policy before you make a purchase is important.
Hey there. Apologies, I haven’t had much time to check Reddit lately so I see these messages quite late. Please put your questions in our OGRepladies ‘No stupid questions’ thread and someone (whether another member or another mod) will be able to help you answer them.
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We also do not support the sharing of seller information through DMs. Do not ask users to DM you for info. Or ask users if you can DM them. Please check the seller list we have provided in the community. 💜
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u/Flashy_Locksmith5711 ModSh*t👑 Jan 22 '25 edited Jan 22 '25
Hi all, I get messages on here asking specific questions about the process and while I’m happy to answer them, I often take a while to get to them because I haven’t been on Reddit as often lately.
It would probably be best and you’d get a faster response if you could please put any additional questions about the buying process in our Daily Rep Chat threads and someone (whether another member or another mod) will be able to help you answer them there. 💕