https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/inherited-a-fake-what-should-i-do Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 04 May 2026 21:54:44 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/inherited-a-fake-what-should-i-do#post-211783 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 16:05:44 +0000 Jenava 211783@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The thing that bothers me is the idea of this bag parading as something it's really not, in addition to the fact that someone was very devious in creating such an item. I'm very uncomfortable with inauthenticity. And, I've never understood the need to make things appear as if they were more than they are.</p> <p>If the bag were just a bag, and weren't an imitation of a well-know designer label I wouldn't think twice about using it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/inherited-a-fake-what-should-i-do#post-211754 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 15:22:04 +0000 Scarlet 211754@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think Taylor's comment was right on. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/inherited-a-fake-what-should-i-do#post-211665 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 12:07:25 +0000 BlondeAmbition 211665@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've seen some really well made and expensive knock-offs. What is it that worries you about it exactly? That they are using the name illegally or that you might get spotted with a knock off? If it's the principle that concerns you then don't compromise your integrity by taking it out. Sure you'll be the only to know it's a knock off but who wants to walk around feeling self conscious? It's not worth it. But if you're just worried that someone will know then don't sweat it - it's really no big deal and most of us don't go around trying to evaluate the authenticity of other people's accessories. Enjoy it if you can and donate it if you don't want it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/inherited-a-fake-what-should-i-do#post-211599 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 04:22:33 +0000 Katiepea 211599@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree that if you like it, use it Jenava. If it isn't well made or made from cheap materials, it probably won't hold up that well for long anyway before the stitching starts to fray or the vinyl starts to perish. If you are really worried, just don't wear it anywhere people may recognise the 'fakeness' of it. (Oh, I love it when I invent words!) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/inherited-a-fake-what-should-i-do#post-211484 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 01:38:55 +0000 Jenava 211484@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Taylor. Yes, that thought is already lurking in my mind. Kind of makes me feel a little silly! :-p </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/inherited-a-fake-what-should-i-do#post-211482 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 01:36:54 +0000 taylor 211482@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It looks nice in the photo. But I can understand your hesitation. </p> <p> You work for Nordies, and your outfits have such attention to detail and you are well aware of fine quality (Just seeing what your post) that "this is a fake" will be lurking in the back of your mind when you carry this I bet:)</p> <p>Give it a shot and see if you can get some use from it:) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/inherited-a-fake-what-should-i-do#post-211463 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 01:26:07 +0000 Jenava 211463@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sihaya, that is a nice idea. I'll wear it a few times and see if I can get over it - I know my husbands aunt wants me to make use of it. If I decide not to use it I'll give it to dress for success! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/inherited-a-fake-what-should-i-do#post-211321 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 20:48:01 +0000 Sihaya 211321@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You can always donate it to a good cause like Dress for Success so that even things made unethically can be used to serve some good in the world. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/inherited-a-fake-what-should-i-do#post-211296 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 20:00:02 +0000 biscuitsmom 211296@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree...its not something you went out of your way to purchase, so you shouldnt feel bad about carrying it if it works with your current wardrobe and you like it....if not, donate it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/inherited-a-fake-what-should-i-do#post-211287 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 19:48:52 +0000 Kate 211287@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think it's fine to use it - I doubt anyone else will know, and I think inheriting it should also help to absolve you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/inherited-a-fake-what-should-i-do#post-211285 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 19:48:42 +0000 Angie 211285@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If you like it - wear it. At least road test it. </p> <p>If you don't have a fab style experience on it's first outing, pack it up in the sentimental box. How does that sound? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/inherited-a-fake-what-should-i-do#post-211278 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 19:36:00 +0000 Jenava 211278@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So, my husband's aunt gave me a handbag that an old boyfriend of hers bought her some years ago when they were traveling in Europe. The outside is stamped "Salvatore Ferragamo made in Italy" but the hardware has no etched logo, and the lining is cheap vinyl. I also found a "made in China" tag inside. The shape of the bag and the leather is really lovely. It has a long strap and two handles, and is a good size/style for work. But I am creeped out by the fact that it has a label on the outside that clearly is illegally stamped! If it didn't have that logo on it I wouldn't have even thought twice about carrying it. Also, the logo is stamped discreetly into the leather, not flashy or very noticeable. Am I being overly sensitive? What would you do? </p>