First things first, let’s get this straight: buying a fake isn’t the end of the world, *if* you know what you’re getting. If you just like the look and don’t care about the “real deal,” then go for it. But if you’re paying top dollar expecting the authentic thing, you’re gonna be majorly bummed out.
So, how do you tell the difference? Well, the packaging is a HUGE giveaway. Real Vivienne Westwood stuff *always* comes in branded packaging. Like, a proper box, maybe even a little dust bag. If it arrives in a plastic baggie from China? Yeah, that’s a red flag waving in your face.
And then there’s the quality. This is where you gotta get your detective hat on. Real VW jewelry, especially the watches, should feel, well, *substantial*. The metal shouldn’t be super shiny and cheap looking. Look for rough edges, weird finishes, anything that just screams “mass-produced in a sweatshop.” The details matter, too! Check the little Orb logo, make sure it looks crisp and clean, not all blurry and wonky. Sometimes the fakers get the font wrong, or miss out a tiny detail. It’s all about the details, man!
Another tip I picked up somewhere is to avoid anything that’s made of brass. Apparently, the *good* Vivienne Westwood jewelry is usually 925 silver or gold. That Wallace Green & Gold watch? That’s the kind of thing you wanna keep an eye out for. But hey, don’t take my word for it, do your research!
Now, price is a big one, right? I mean, common sense, people! If a “Vivienne Westwood” watch is going for peanuts on eBay, it’s probably too good to be true. Real stuff ain’t cheap. But don’t automatically assume the expensive ones are real either! Some of these scammers are getting super sophisticated.
Speaking of scams, I saw someone mention a website, viviennewestwoodtime.com, as a potential fraud. Yeah, be *super* careful about where you’re buying from online. Always check reviews, see if anyone else has had a bad experience. And if something feels off, trust your gut.
Honestly? It’s a gamble. I’ve even seen people saying that stock photos or the same photos used on multiple listings are a bad sign – makes sense, right? But it’s not always a clear-cut thing. Sometimes even *I’m* not sure!
