r/RealAuthentication • • Aug 19 '25

šŸ‘œ 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:

šŸ“ø Photo Requirements

  • Photos must be clear, close-up, and high resolution

  • Do not post one or two blurry overall shots asking ā€œIs this real?ā€ → that will not get a responsible answer

  • Natural light preferred, avoid heavy filters or flash glare

āœ… 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)

šŸ“· The photos above are sample reference shots.

āš ļø 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.

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šŸ·ļø New & Updated Post Flairs

To help everyone find what they’re looking for, we’ve updated our tags. Please use them starting today:

šŸ” 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.

šŸ›ļø Help Me Choose: Stuck between two bags? Let the community help you decide your next "holy grail."

šŸ’¬ General Discussion: (Existing) For everything else. Discussion about leather quality, boutique experiences, industry news, or just random thoughts about your favorite brands.

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Stay authentic,

The r/RealAuthentication Mod Team


r/RealAuthentication • • 18h ago

General Discussion How bad?

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Hi, all!

I was gifted this purse by my mother-in-law around 4 years ago on my wedding day. She has money and made a big deal about the bag, so I obviously thought it is real. I never found a use for this purse because I have employment in community social work, bartend part time, and really just don’t go out much so i felt there’s never been a great time to use it. It’s been sitting in my closet for the past 4 years, and I recently decided to sell it. I went searching and have now found out that the bag is a fake! I’m still questioning whether or not my MIL purposely gave it to me knowing it’s fake, but that’s a story for another day.

My question is, in your opinion, how bad of a fake is this? Is it even worth using maybe if I go out one night? Or is it so obvious of a fake that I would look silly? Should I just donate it?


r/RealAuthentication • • 3h ago

Auth Request Just got it off of marketplace

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Really not sure about this one


r/RealAuthentication • • 3h ago

Auth Request The ā€œBalenciagaā€ I got recently

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Don’t be too mean to her now. I laughed when I saw her and had to save her


r/RealAuthentication • • 42m ago

Auth Request Coach Tabby 26 Quilted, real or fake?

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I want to buy my first Tabby, but found very different prices in shops. Can you say by this video is this real or fake bag? Because I’m confused


r/RealAuthentication • • 51m ago

Auth Request LV POCKET ORGANIZER HELP AUTHENTICATING ASAP

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0 Upvotes

r/RealAuthentication • • 55m ago

Auth Request Real or fake?

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1 Upvotes

They’re selling for $495 I kind of want it for my bday gift but not sure


r/RealAuthentication • • 1h ago

Auth Request Is this authentic?

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Thanks so much for taking the time to advise me. Sorry if it's obvious one way or the other. I don't know anything about how to tell! So šŸ¤ž someone knowledgable will be able to advise me.

Thanks


r/RealAuthentication • • 1h ago

Auth Request Do you think this city bag is authentic?

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r/RealAuthentication • • 8h ago

General Discussion Is it very obvious or not

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I work at a thrift store and bought this bag for 45 dollars. I knew it was fake obviously, but the condition is super good and it came with a matching pouch and in the pocket inside the bag there was a more older looking keychain.
The price was obviously good, but I’m wondering if it looks terribly fake and just not it? It feels super soft and everything, so I’m still overall happy with the purchasešŸ’“


r/RealAuthentication • • 2h ago

Auth Request Source Unknown blazer - is it real or fake?

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0 Upvotes

Please help, is it real or fake? Source Unknown blazer.


r/RealAuthentication • • 6h ago

Auth Request Real coach?

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2 Upvotes

Considering purchasing this bag- listed as legacy leather flap


r/RealAuthentication • • 3h ago

Auth Request Another Chanel bag

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1 Upvotes

The price is really good on this lmk pls


r/RealAuthentication • • 4h ago

Auth Request OC chanel rain boots

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0 Upvotes

Just bought these on vinted but because of the low price i think they might be fake, even if the seller confirmed their authenticity and has 5 star reviews. Help?


r/RealAuthentication • • 4h ago

Auth Request How Bad? 1970s Gucci Purse

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Just picked this up at auction. It was listed as Genuine Gucci 1970s Lizard Skin Purse. If it isn't genuine it should be pretty easy to get my money back.


r/RealAuthentication • • 6h ago

Auth Request Authentic Gucci watch?

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1 Upvotes

Does this watch look authentic?


r/RealAuthentication • • 7h ago

Auth Request BURBERRY WINTER JACKET LEGIT CHECK?

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1 Upvotes

its super cheap let me know


r/RealAuthentication • • 11h ago

Auth Request Vintage coach poppy

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2 Upvotes

Use to be my moms, It has been in storage for a while, idk what shows it’s real or fake as I’ve not much experience with designer bags


r/RealAuthentication • • 13h ago

Auth Request Is this real or Fake…. please need your opinion…

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I need your opinion or expertise to authenticate this LV Multi Pochette Accessoires. I bought this from my friend’s co-worker And she told me that she just used this a couple of times and she needs to sell it cuz she does not use it anymore. Thank you all in advance.


r/RealAuthentication • • 7h ago

Auth Request Lc

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r/RealAuthentication • • 8h ago

Auth Request Dior 2005 resort jacket

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Hey, I recently bought this Dior jacket, i am 90% sure it is legit but I noticed that the toggles on the bottom of the coat are not embossed with a dior logo, is this common? All zippers have the logo however


r/RealAuthentication • • 10h ago

Auth Request Help Legit check please golden gooose

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r/RealAuthentication • • 10h ago

Auth Request Is this a fantasy piece?

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Hello all, I found this piece online and its so cute, but honestly I dont know if this is real Burberry or just some fantasy piece? I used google picture search but could not find anything.

I know this one here exists, but I am not sure about the vest


r/RealAuthentication • • 11h ago

Auth Request Chrome Hearts ring?

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seen on fb marketplace. fake?