Counterfeits
5 articles
Counterfeit Brands Are Destroying Luxury Value. The Market Isn't Ready.
In Köniz, Switzerland, 7,500 counterfeit watches were recently crushed into scrap metal, a stark symbol of the luxury industry's losing battle against an increasingly sophisticated fake market.
Luxury Brands Fuel Copycats, Creating Ethical Complexities.
Last December, a handbag strikingly similar to Hermès' iconic Birkin was briefly available on Walmart's website for just $78, highlighting the growing accessibility and brazenness of luxury fashion co
The Intricacies of Vintage Luxury Handbag Authentication
Vestiaire Collective deploys a global force of 90 dedicated authenticators, a testament to the immense, specialized effort required to verify even a fraction of luxury handbags traded daily.
How to Authenticate and Value Rare Collectibles in 2026
The risk of encountering counterfeit items has heightened with the expansion of online marketplaces, creating a complex environment for collectors in 2026.
The True Cost of Counterfeits: A Devaluation of Craftsmanship and a Moral Compromise
The proliferation of counterfeit luxury goods presents a complex ethical crisis that extends far beyond a simple transaction, devaluing craftsmanship and funding illicit activities.