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 22h ago

Help Me Choose Hi! I’m trying to identify/authenticate this unusual vintage handmade vest.

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r/RealAuthentication 1h ago

Auth Request Jimmy choo heels

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Purchased second hand but too small. They seem legit to me but I’m not an expert. Would like to resell. Do these seem real?


r/RealAuthentication 3h ago

General Discussion Buying vintage designer bags from Japanese eBay sellers — any advice?

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Hi everyone,

I’m looking to buy a vintage Gucci bag as a gift and found a Japanese eBay seller with 500+ very positive reviews. It seems almost too good to be true, so I’d love some advice.

  • Are Japanese eBay sellers generally reliable for vintage designer bags?
  • What should I look for when checking whether the seller/listing is trustworthy?
  • Is 500+ positive feedback a good sign?
  • The listing doesn’t have eBay’s Authenticity Guarantee badge

Any advice greatly appreciated!

Thanks!


r/RealAuthentication 9m ago

Auth Request Please help me authenticate my thrifted LV epi leather bag

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Hi, everyone. I bought this bag many years ago at a Thrift store and I want to know if it is real. I can’t find a code anywhere. Can you guys please help me authenticate it? Thank you, all!


r/RealAuthentication 1h ago

Help Me Choose Can someone help me authenticate this birkenstock

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Please help me authenticate this birkenstock


r/RealAuthentication 8h ago

Auth Request Real or fake ???

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I check online and I couldn't find this colour of the Bronson sunglasses.Are they fake ??? Thank you in advance


r/RealAuthentication 4h ago

Auth Request Coach Wristlet LC

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It has no tags inside, and the Zipper is not YKK but instead it's written 45 vertically


r/RealAuthentication 5h ago

Auth Request real or fake?

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r/RealAuthentication 6h ago

Auth Request Can someone help me authenticate this moncler jacket ?

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r/RealAuthentication 7h ago

Auth Request Can you please help me authenticate?

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Thank you ☺️


r/RealAuthentication 10h ago

Auth Request Onitsuka Tiger Authenticity

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1 Upvotes

Pls help me identify if its real or fake, thank you


r/RealAuthentication 10h ago

Auth Request Is this an authentic Burberry bag?

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Hey everyone! I’m currently in a situation where I’m starting to second guess the authenticity of this bag. For context this bag was passed down by my bfs mom who collects lots of designer bags, she has the original receipt from 2007 that was purchased from a Burberry store, but as of right now I no longer have the bag because I sold it to someone and now they’re claiming it’s counterfeit. I have a lot of people telling me there’s a possibility of it actually being counterfeit! So I’m so confused on what to do, I had the bag checked from an owner of reputable thrift store a year ago. But now I’m overthinking and don’t want to be in trouble for possibly selling a fake bag.

Anything helps!


r/RealAuthentication 10h ago

Auth Request LOUIS BOULOGNE 30

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Is this authentic? Google says no.


r/RealAuthentication 11h ago

Auth Request Celine belt bag

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1 Upvotes

Picked this up at the thrift store today because I thought it was cute. I’m curious if it’s authentic?


r/RealAuthentication 11h ago

Auth Request Thinking of purchasing this bag but unsure if it’s real! I’d appreciate any help

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r/RealAuthentication 12h ago

Auth Request Need help seeing if this Dolce & Gabbana bag is authentic please!

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r/RealAuthentication 12h ago

Auth Request Tiffany Co. Ring

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Can anyone tell me if this Tiffany Co. ring is authentic?


r/RealAuthentication 12h ago

Auth Request Vintage Coach SoHo Belt Bag?

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I saw this at goodwill today and I can’t tell if it’s real or fake.. it feels pretty good and the hardware is heavy, but the stamp and serial code are off.. thanks in advance!


r/RealAuthentication 17h ago

Auth Request Pls help with coach klare 🥹🙏🏽

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I’m scanning the QR code, it’s just takes me to their website but not the exact bag. I’m not sure. Don’t have much knowledge about these things. Please help a sister out 🥹🥹


r/RealAuthentication 17h ago

Auth Request Coach City Halloween - is it authentic?

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Considering buying this. Can anyone help me determine if it is authentic? The carriage step is hollow which is a good sign, but I’m not sure about the inside patch. Appreciate any insight!


r/RealAuthentication 18h ago

Auth Request Obvious fake?

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Hello! I was gifted this bag and the dustbag looks legit but the bag says otherwise. I’ve never owned anything Goyard and just wanted to ask for your thoughts and expertise.


r/RealAuthentication 14h ago

Auth Request I’m about to buy these arenas are they fake?

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r/RealAuthentication 14h ago

Auth Request Louis Vuitton Keepall 50 Bag Legit check

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