How to Avoid Buying Fake Sunglasses

You were really confident about the sunglasses you bought only to find out that it’s fake. Disheartening, right? What’s even more heartbreaking is when someone else, a friend or a colleague, was the first one to notice the heinous crime. You gave out a faint smile while silently thinking how and why you made such a crazy mistake. 

If this had been your case, it’s time to brush up your fake spotting skills and save yourself from future embarrassment not to mention the waste of money. 

There are a lot of designer sunglasses that unbelievably look like original. They are even sometimes sold at a price closer to the original ones so you won’t even be suspicious. These are almost identical and can pass as a replica of the authentic sunglasses but are not and will never be as good. Aside from the wasted money, fake sunglasses may even be harmful for your eyes and won’t give you the same protection you can get from the real ones.

So how do you know if you’re getting the real deal?

 

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Before buying

Before you make a purchase, the first thing you need to check is the company that is selling fashion sunglasses. Is it a reliable store or online reseller? Does the company have a good reputation? Are they open about any inquiries about the authenticity of their products? Are they a licensed distributor or dealer of designer sunglasses? If they are not then maybe you should start picking up the clue that they might be selling you a rip off. 

The internet is also a good source of information about a sunglasses store. Find out by reading reviews and articles if there is anything fishy about the company. Carefully look at their website and read their company profile, FAQs, or any disclaimer about their product.

Check your product

In case you already purchased your sunglasses but a little suspicious if it is authentic or not, here are the things you should check.

        1.       Did my purchase come with the original box?

        2.       Did it spell the brand name correctly and contains authenticity stickers or warranty?

        3.       Is it made in high quality materials? Did the screws and hinges of the sunglasses ensure the sturdiness and quality of the product?

        4.       Does it contain the right markings and tags?

        5.       Is the price right or is it amazingly cheap?

        6.       Does the model of the sunglasses you received same with the one on the brand’s website?

There a lot of online wholesale sunglasses store that may or may not be selling original products so it will save you a lot of troubles if you can determine the fake from the real ones before you even make a purchase. Search the website of designer brands to be familiar about their authenticity marks. Different brands may have different markings and tags that may determine their originality. 

Authenticity has a price. If you really want to go for the original, you should also be prepared to shell off more money than usual. However, being sure about the authenticity of your sunglasses will give you more confidence to wear it anytime, anywhere!