First off, Zara? *ZARA*? Saying they have below retail Balenciaga? That’s kinda…sus, right? Like, I’m not saying it’s fake, fake, fake, but I’d definitely wanna check that out super closely. Maybe even get a professional to, like, authenticate it. “Guaranteed 100% authentic” sounds a little too good to be true, ya know? It’s prolly jus’ resold stuff. But hey, if you find a steal, go for it, I guess? Just don’t blame me if it falls apart after one wash, LOL.
Then there’s Net-A-Porter. That’s more like it. They usually carry the real deal. “Distinctive Balenciaga touch”? Ugh, that’s marketing speak, but okay, whatever. They’re probably legit, but, like, still check the tags and stitching, just in case. Can never be too careful when you’re dropping serious cash.
StockX? Okay, that’s a gamble. They say “StockX Verified,” but I’ve heard some horror stories. People getting fakes even from them! It’s a marketplace, so it’s basically a fancy eBay. Do your research, read the reviews, and for the love of all that is holy, check the seller’s profile!
FARFETCH is usually pretty good, too. They carry a lot of different boutiques, so it’s a good place to browse if you don’t know exactly what you want. Express shipping and free returns? Now we’re talking. But still, remember what I said about the tags and stitching!
Oh, and Grailed? Yeah, they’re in the mix too, but it’s kind of the Wild West over there. You can find some amazing deals, but you’re also more likely to run into a scammer. Be extra, extra cautious.
