How to Spot a Fake

Anatomy of a Counterfeit no 7 How to Spot a Fake A Practical Guide in 4 + 1 Simple Steps 1. Material Nanostructure and Cellular Density Evaluating quality purely “by touch” is a relic of the past – modern synthetics can perfectly mimic the texture of genuine leather. To be certain, you have to go […]
The Second Life of Counterfeits

ow does a $50 replica turn into a $1,500 scam? Explore the secondary counterfeit market, from intentional underground buying to peer-to-peer marketplace fraud, and uncover who truly profits from fake luxury goods.
The Flattery Trap: Is Being Mass-Copied a Luxury Brand’s Ultimate Praise or Financial Nightmare?

Is mass-copying a badge of honor for luxury brands like Magda Butrym, or a CFO’s nightmare? Discover the true cost of brand dilution in Legitam Insights.
The World’s Most Counterfeited Luxury Handbag

Can perfection be a lie? Legitam begins its investigation by dissecting the anatomy of a counterfeit Louis Vuitton Speedy Nano. Discover how modern counterfeiters manipulate images to evade bans and what truly hides behind a $50 replica.
Identity Theft and Reputation Damage: The Audacious Business of Counterfeiting MISBHV

An inside look into the identity theft of global Polish premium brand MISBHV. From shameless logo copying to the digital trap of negative reviews left by misled buyers, we examine the hidden costs of counterfeiting and its devastating impact on brand reputation.
How Chinese Sellers Mask Replicas of the Iconic Prada Crochet Tote

Discover how counterfeiters use clever visual tricks to sell the iconic Prada Crochet Tote online. From the deceptive ‘Paris Milano’ catalog photos to the actual replicas hidden in buyer reviews, we break down the latest tactics used to bypass e-commerce security
Pure Luxury or Chinese “Dance of Pretence”? The Hermès Faubourg Dance Floor Case

Is that Hermès bag a rare €5,000 masterpiece or a €30 counterfeit hiding behind a fake limited-time discount? In this Insights feature, we break down the clever pricing traps used by modern counterfeiters and put your expert eye to the test. Original or fake – can you tell them apart?