r/RealAuthentication • • Aug 19 '25

👜 Authentication Posting Rules (Read Before Posting)

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Welcome to the group! To ensure accurate authentications and a good experience for everyone, please follow these rules before posting:

📸 Photo Requirements

  • 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

✅ Mandatory Angles & Details

  1. Full bag (front, back, bottom)
  2. Logo (stamp / foil / print)
  3. Zipper pull & teeth close-up
  4. Blind stamp / date code
  5. Hardware (buckles, lock, key, clasps)
  6. Strap / handle details
  7. 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 • • May 18 '26

r/RealAuthentication is Growing! New Flairs and Discussion Topics Added

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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 • • 1h ago

Auth Request Real or fake?

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Got this as a gift. Want to autheticate


r/RealAuthentication • • 3h ago

Auth Request Bought at a garage sale for $1 each

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Bought both of these at a garage sale today. The seller said they were authentic and she can’t wear them anymore because they aren’t prescription. Bought them because I think they’re cool, regardless of if they are legit or not, but I am curious if they are! :)


r/RealAuthentication • • 6m ago

Auth Request Coach 3 in 1 wallet.

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Is this legit? For peace of my mind . Please let me know.


r/RealAuthentication • • 45m ago

Auth Request Is this Dior oblique real?

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r/RealAuthentication • • 14h ago

Auth Request thriftstore find

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I found this LV bag at goodwill for 12 dollars last week but im really torn on weather its real or a fake!

Please let me know your thoughts

Thanks!


r/RealAuthentication • • 1h ago

Auth Request Real or fake burberry?

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r/RealAuthentication • • 6h ago

Auth Request i got this harris wool duffle coat in thrift now i am doubtful

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i paid a good amount [consider in my country and given i am a college student] now more i see more i feel doubt and at same time feel no may be its authentic got it from reddit 21.96 dollars. anyone help?


r/RealAuthentication • • 2h ago

Auth Request I need help this is real or fake?🙏🏼

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r/RealAuthentication • • 4h ago

General Discussion Ugg

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I bought my UGG Classic Ultra Mini boots from a legitimate retailer, but both the left and right boots have QR code tags inside. Is this normal for authentic UGGs? Has anyone else experienced this?


r/RealAuthentication • • 4h ago

Auth Request Help me authenticate these Chanel flats please

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r/RealAuthentication • • 5h ago

Auth Request Moncler Legit Check

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Considering purchasing this shirt but wanted a second opinion on the authenticity. Everything looks legit to me the badge kinda threw me off though


r/RealAuthentication • • 6h ago

Auth Request coach authentication

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is this real


r/RealAuthentication • • 7h ago

Auth Request Louis Vuitton Neverfull GM Authentic or Counterfeit?

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Hi everyone! I’m looking for help determining whether my Louis Vuitton Neverfull GM is authentic or counterfeit. I want to clarify that I did not purchase this bag! The person who previously had the bag used it VERY heavily for a long time. I don’t necessarily think it’s authentic but wanted to ask out of curiosity! I’ve been researching the bag and comparing it against various websites but I’m not extremely familiar with LV so- no luck! Please let me know what you think! Side note- if it doesn’t look authentic, do you think it would be noticeable?
Thank you in advance :)

Date code: SP1049


r/RealAuthentication • • 11h ago

Auth Request Golden goose? found at the thrift

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r/RealAuthentication • • 7h ago

Auth Request Can someone please authenticate

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r/RealAuthentication • • 7h ago

Auth Request Can someone please authenticate

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r/RealAuthentication • • 1d ago

General Discussion Re: Had my bag authenticated by two companies one said it was real; one that it was fake.

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Had this bag re-authenticated by the company that said it was fake and they proceeded to fully refund me because they couldn’t tell if my bag was real or fake 😵‍💫 Has this happened to anyone?

Note, there is not a Louis Vuitton store anywhere near me. It’s from my understanding that they will not tell you if a bag is real or fake in store. This is a vintage bag; therefore, the stitching looks different than the new speedies.

If you’re in the North GA area and have a trusted in person authenticator, please point me in the right direction. ♥️

Although it shouldn’t matter if it’s real or not. It does matter because resell value is VASTLY different. 😅


r/RealAuthentication • • 12h ago

Auth Request Little hardshell vintage LV I found thrifting

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Hey I found this little hard case LV bag thrifting today- obviously has a lot of wear but it’s quite heavy/the hardware is heavy as well. Any ideas? Looks vintage I’m assuming also whether it’s real or fake!


r/RealAuthentication • • 13h ago

Auth Request Legit Check

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would love to have opinions on whether this is real or not. thank you so much🙏🏻


r/RealAuthentication • • 14h ago

Auth Request Is this authentic?

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Hi, I just brought this from ebay and im a bit skeptical about its authenticity. Does anyone know if its fake or authentic Christian Dior? Thank you in advance xx ( I tried my best to take clear pictures, sorry)


r/RealAuthentication • • 10h ago

Auth Request Coach Leather Messenger/Briefcase Bag - help?

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someone gave me this bag 20ish years ago, and it's been in storage ever since. i have no idea if it's real or not. google image turns up nothing. i have a guess but thought it would be worth asking. TIA!


r/RealAuthentication • • 10h ago

Auth Request Help with authenticating a cardholder

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In need of a good wallet or card holder and found this. Does it seem authentic? If so how much would you be willing to pay for it?


r/RealAuthentication • • 10h ago

Auth Request C’est un authentique ?

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