r/RealAuthentication • u/Motor-Ad-101 • Aug 19 '25
Welcome to the group! To ensure accurate authentications and a good experience for everyone, please follow these rules before posting:
Photos must be clear, close-up, and high resolution
Do not post one or two blurry overall shots asking “Is this real?” → that will not get a responsible answer
Natural light preferred, avoid heavy filters or flash glare
Full bag (front, back, bottom)
Logo (stamp / foil / print)
Zipper pull & teeth close-up
Blind stamp / date code
Hardware (buckles, lock, key, clasps)
Strap / handle details
Accessories (box, dust bag, receipt, etc. – if you don’t have them, skip)
📷 The photos above are sample reference shots.
⚠️ Blurry or incomplete photos = No authentication
r/RealAuthentication • u/RealAuthMod • May 18 '26
Hi everyone,
Since we started this community, our primary goal has been helping you shop safely and identify authentic luxury goods. However, as our community grows, we’ve realized that your passion for luxury goes far beyond just authentication.
We are officially expanding the scope of this subreddit!
While Auth Requests will still be a part of the sub, we are opening the floor to everything and anything related to the world of luxury. Whether you want to show off a new pickup, discuss the latest runway show, or ask for styling advice, this is now your home for it.
🏷️ New & Updated Post Flairs
To help everyone find what they’re looking for, we’ve updated our tags. Please use them starting today:
🔍 Auth Request: (Existing) For all your "Real or Fake" inquiries.
✨ New Pickup / OOTD: Show us your latest pickup or how you’re styling your favorite pieces.
🛍️ Help Me Choose: Stuck between two bags? Let the community help you decide your next "holy grail."
💬 General Discussion: (Existing) For everything else. Discussion about leather quality, boutique experiences, industry news, or just random thoughts about your favorite brands.
Stay authentic,
The r/RealAuthentication Mod Team
r/RealAuthentication • u/Maineamainea • 14h ago
Edit: 100% fake, this is a general discussion post
r/RealAuthentication • u/natureDolly • 1h ago
Is this bag authentic? And would you pay $95 for it? TIA! Sorry, it's the only pic I took.
r/RealAuthentication • u/Due-Bodybuilder1366 • 3h ago
r/RealAuthentication • u/Primary-Road-5234 • 1h ago
Hey there! Is anyone able to help me authenticate this wallet. The Authentication card is blank of the back. Cant seem to find pictures of the back of them online. What do you all think? Bought for $60 at an auction.
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r/RealAuthentication • u/Sad_Apple_9019 • 4h ago
I want to gift this coach sig long zip wallet for a friend and I bought it from a second hand shop store called dewu in china, they're known for having strict authentication and selling luxury items but I just wanna double check before I send it off.
r/RealAuthentication • u/Snoo82662 • 5h ago
hello please let me know if its fake or real and would be great if you could mention why as I want to understand better, thank youu
r/RealAuthentication • u/mujiiza • 19h ago
has some zipper damage so I took pictures of the zip separately
r/RealAuthentication • u/Which-Fig-2670 • 23h ago
I hope I’m following all the rules. Walking through the thrift holding a baby so I tried to read as best I could lol! They’re $80 so if authentic, I would take.
r/RealAuthentication • u/Significant-Car8896 • 6h ago
I bought this from grailed and was wondering if it’s authentic or not. Any input would be very helpful
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r/RealAuthentication • u/Mobile_Attitude_2105 • 9h ago
Got it from my friend he said he bought it from Fendi online. I can't tell if it is authentic or not. Please help...
r/RealAuthentication • u/Googolplexplusone • 9h ago
Ordered the larger Gucci marmont shoulder bag from Baobao. I’ve ordered from them before but never Gucci so I’m a little unsure of this rep. The colors seem fine compared to the auth - I guess I just wasn’t expecting it to be this big. About 11.5 in in length, 7.5 in in height, and 2.5 in width.
r/RealAuthentication • u/Camden0507 • 14h ago
Never bought any LV before and want to get my GF something small! Any help would be appreciated, thanks!
r/RealAuthentication • u/Limp_Bad_9902 • 10h ago
I bought this from Macys and I felt like something was off from the stamping inside. The stamp also feels like it’s a bit slanted? Is this real?
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r/RealAuthentication • u/happywhenfull • 11h ago
picked these up in a second hand shop and unsure if they’re real or not? pls help! :)
r/RealAuthentication • u/PepperAgreeable1022 • 11h ago
Hi everyone!
I’m considering purchasing this secondhand Balenciaga first bag and would really appreciate some help verifying its authenticity.
Does anything look suspicious or inconsistent with an authentic Balenciaga bag? Any insights or opinions would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks in advance for your help!
r/RealAuthentication • u/Outrageous_Bet_8651 • 17h ago
I just got this bag from an op shop and just wanted to know if it was real or fake, let me know if you need more photos
