Insight: Superglamourous

If you haven't already learnt about this trendy luxury brand that has its sales rocketing through the sky, you've been in the dark for a bit too long. Ladies and Gentlemen, I introduce to you SuperGlamourous. SuperGlamourous is a brand that is mainly concentrated on imitating the fine and the best of the Italian craftsmanship, they have separated an extensive part of men's fashion and have developed it to more and a better customized look. Similar to Billionaire's slippers, SuperGlamourous have launched designs which are noteworthy and phenomenal. Apart from that, SuperGlamourous also called SG has formed a sub-brand known as Tangerine which consists of the most elegant slippers in a very engaging look. Tangerine shoes is a new line formed by the TheThreeF as written on the shoe itself, these are designed by the famous Fillipo Fiora and Fillipo Cirulli.

Along with this, SuperGlamourous also helps you order a bespoke slipper. Apart from Tangerine, SuperGlamourous' Gilles Velour and Louis Velour are one of the most decorous and aesthetic designs in the market. SuperGlamourous has worked on derbies, sneakers and slip-ons, espadrilles and sandals but what stands out the most happens to be their exotic slippers and other designs in various skins including python like their sophisticated Dominique Stone. To check out SUPERGLAMOUROUS or own a bespoke slipper, click here!

How to Spot Fake Gucci Sunglasses

In today's guide you will learn how to authenticate Gucci's sunglasses of different designs, I hope this guide proves to be useful for you. 

Packaging: 

First of all, note that Gucci is one of the best luxurious brands in the market. Guccio Gucci ensured that Gucci doesn't produce faulty products and Gucci has maintained its accumulating calibre ever since. Good things come in good packaging and same goes for the fine sunglasses designed by Gucci. Note that most of the Gucci sunglasses come with an envelope which has an authenticity card in it, a brown cloth and if the frame you've purchased is made of acetate, you will also receive a booklet regarding how to adjust acetate frames, all of this will be in the gold Gucci box. About all the accompaniments, the color of the items are known to vary. Look below and compare these to the packaging your Gucci sunglasses were in!

However, not all of them come in the box. Some Gucci sunglasses come with a black case made out of a cloth material comprising of the same things. The packaging varies from design to design. Below is another variation.

Gucci sunglasses are also known to come in a plastic bag used for protecting the glasses, it also has the manufacturer's name on it.

Keep in mind the fact that this all may not apply to your glasses if they have been bought before 2014.

The Sunglasses: 

All sunglasses by Gucci are made in Italy and no where else, if you're holding the sunglasses in your hands and you see that the temple has written 'MADE IN SPAIN' or anywhere except Italy, it is most likely that you're holding a fake. Also, the temple would have 'CE' written on it which stands for the "Conformite Europeenne" also known as "European Conformity", they are a declaration by the manufacturer that his product meets all the requirements listed by the European directives. The marking is highly important since it gives companies a far more accessible way into the European market and permits them to sell this product without rechecking. The font in which 'Gucci' is written on the temple is often very hard to forge so compare that font with other products from their website, a key to authenticate it. 

        

Highly emphasize on the font it is written it since it is always the same and please note that the CE marking actually is in the right proportion. Look at the following picture for clarification.

                           

One of the most important things that the forgers forget is the double 'G' symbol on the nose pad of the sunglasses. If your sunglasses come with nose pad check whether the logo is there, if it's not then you're most likely to be having a fake in your hands!

Gucci's sunglasses do not come with a serial number less like their other products. For this product, their is not any serial number so don't be disappointed if you don't see one! However, the sunglasses will consist of the model/design number, color code and the size. You can find this written on either of the temples since it often varies.

The GG represents Gucci and the 1827 or any numbers in that case state the model number whereas the 'S' simply stands for Sunglasses. Followed by that, you will see a 5 digit color code, in this case the code only comprises of letters but at times, it also consists of numbers as well. The first three digits are the color code for the frame whereas the last two digits are the color code for the lens. Most of the sunglasses have the same size but this fact may not implement to all sunglasses. The first two numbers are the lens width, the second two numbers are the bridge width and in the last, the digits state the temple length. However, the last numbers may not be present in some authentic sunglasses so don't be disappointed if you don't see any. 

 Polarization Test: 

 If your Gucci sunglasses claim to be polarized, do not heed what they say. Why don't you just see it for yourself? If your sunglasses are polarized, place them in front of your monitor, rotate 60 degrees and if the screen turns darker, it means that you're glasses are polarized! For further assurance, you can try this simple test here. Use the polarized lens simulator below to see what your view should look like. If your lenses are polarized, glare disappears, colors brighten, and visibility comes crystal clear.

The Weight:

The key to authentication is the weight of the product. Just hold the sunglasses in your hands and if they seem to be lightweight or the exterior is tawdry, it's most likely a fake. The sunglasses would be slightly heavy since they do not use cheap material to produce and they have a good durability period. 

The Joints: 

It is highly suggested that you emphasize on the joints that help you open or close temples. To open or close the temples would require slight power if it is an authentic one but please note, that the strength may fade away over time. 

All Gucci sunglasses are made by the Safilo Group, an Italian company. Safilo Group owns and manufactures all Gucci sunglasses, if your sunglasses were not made by Safilo Group, they're unauthentic.

 Please be careful when buying products, make sure that you purchase your products directly from an official store (confirm by the brand's store locator found on their website), if you're purchasing products online, make sure the seller has a good reputation and has no negative feedback so to ensure that you do not buy a fake. It is highly unlikely that you get your products on discount. Note that 'Your Authenticator' is not responsible for how you may interpret this guide. 

Credits: Eye Wear Nerd

Written by: Annas Larik

How To Authenticate Gucci Shoes (Men)

Guccio Gucci has been producing his fine products since the time of 1921 when he started in Firenze in Italy. His products are, no doubt, of high quality which represent heritage and nobility. In today's time, Gucci's products are highly faked and there are tonnes of knock-offs in the market which makes it quite difficult to authenticate the genuine products from the fakes. It can be really hard but nothing is impossible, right? No matter how hard they try, they can't make their fake products match the original ones, they always leave a mark which separates the fake thing, from the real thing. Today, I'll be guiding you on how to authenticate shoes by Guccio Gucci.

Note: This authentication guide is only for men

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The Designs

First and foremost, you have to spend some time on the website of Gucci in order to know what different designs of these loafers are on the market. You can also go through the magazines which comprise of the designs of their shoes. The main key to authentication of these shoes is that you know that the design you're purchasing is actually a real one, you can make sure of that by going through the website, if it is. Then, it's perfect! You've probably gotten your hands on an original one but just to make sure of that, you'll have to go in details and ensure the fact that what you're buying is actually the genuine thing.

The Price

If you're going to buy these shoes from an official Gucci store, you don't have to worry about authentication but make sure that the store you're purchasing it from is listed in their store finder. These loafers are of extremely high quality and high quality, plus, a well renowned brand means nothing more than 'expensive', you're never going to get these shoes on a low price, you'll never spot them on sale and if you do, they're probably going to be fake, luxury branded products rarely go on sale and if they're genuine, you're lucky. These loafers will start from $300 and they range to $2000 so you can expect something extremely good from this. The price itself defines the product that you're purchasing. 

The Packaging

Good things come in good packaging, the packaging itself is going to be very attractive and temping. Theloafers come in a bag which is dark brown and consists of two ropes on the top, the ropes will be of good material and you can feel that the belt is worth something just by touching the bag. The bag has the G pattern engraved on it and it will have GUCCI written on it in capital, in silver color. On the bottom of the bag, there would be written Firenze 1921. The handbag would consist of a box with GUCCI written on it in capital in silver and on opening the box, you'll see your shoes in a type of dustbag, as you open the box, you can smell the fine scent of perfect leather which assures you that the loafers are worth it.

The Stitching

The stitching is one of the most vital things about their products. Their stitching is visible to the naked eye and less like their fake products, their stitching won't be in the zig zag formation or done by a sewing machine. As you all must know, one thing about Gucci is that their stitching has no or very less capital involved and it's all the product of fine workmanship.

The Receipt 

If you're buying these shoes online, make sure you always ask for the receipt. Most of the people might say, "I lost it" or something along the lines of that. The receipt is one of the main keys to authenticating the products, the receipt would have the price listed on it, the store where you bought these shoes from, the clerk's name and the product. It is kind of an authentication card of every product.

The Sole

The sole wouldn't just be glued to the shoe but would be stitched to it. Make sure that the sole is of leather, the sole would be made of fine leather which is stitched to the shoe and not just glued to it. The sole would have GUCCI engraved on it in capital letters followed by the 'Made In Italy' which would be written underneath it.

The Serial Number

If you're still having a doubt, you can always use the serial number! The serial number would be located inside the shoe, probably on the left side of the shoe just above the sole, it is located to the left of the place where the size of it is stated. The serial number would be 8-digit, if you insert the serial number on Google, it would direct you to the Gucci's official website and the product. 

How to Spot A Fake Gucci Interlocking G Buckle Belt

Gucci belts are known because of the fine Italian Craftsmanship. Different stuff from Gucci has been famous since years. They are known for their simple yet elegant design. Fake Gucci belts are hard to spot because there are more and more knockoffs in the market. Not only the belts but other products by them as well. Here are some steps to teach you how to spot a fake Gucci belt: 

• Spend some time on their website and look for the design you want. The website is highly organized and it wouldn't be a problem to search for the belt you like. 

• Gucci belts are highly expensive so more like Louis Vuitton and other famous designers they won't have any imperfections in their belts, everything would be equal and not even a slight mistake in their pattern or stitching would be there.
• Their belts start from $225 and they are never for half-price or on sale, you can kiss the dreams of buying these belts goodbye. You won't get these belts cheap.

Packaging: 

• The belt comes in a bag which is dark brown and consists of two ropes on the top, the ropes will be of good material and you can feel that the belt is worth something just by touching the bag. The bag has the G pattern engraved on it and it will have GUCCI written on it in capital. On the bottom of the bag, there would be written Firenze 1921.
  
   
• It will then have a dustbag in it which is dark brown and has the same ropes as the bag's. The dustbag will have Gucci written on it on the middle of it. While opening the dustbag you can smell the scent of fine leather. 
  
  
  
  

  

  Dustbag

  
  
  Note: Packaging may vary, this is one of the types.
  
  
  

The Belt: 

• The most important thing of all, the belt. The belt will be made out of Guccissima leather. If you touch the belt you'll be assured that it is worth your money 
• The belt from the inside will be beige coloured (would vary if a different type of belt is bought)
• The belt would consist of 5 holes
• The belt will have GUCCI, made in Italy written on it followed by the serial code of it. It may vary which country it is made in, though this is the most common one. Belts that have been produced after 2014 will have the serial code just left to the buckle on the inner side of the belt.
• The belt will have a strap on the inside of it                                                                                                                                                                                             

 

The Buckle:

• |The GG Imprime Belt will have 8 screws, two of them would be hidden under the strap. Although, the new model has 6 screws on it. 
• The buckle would be made out of Plexiglass and Nickel hardware, the hardware varies because their are many Interlocking G Buckles belts so I can't state all of it. You can check it from the belt's description
• The belt's buckle would make a unique sound if tapped by your nail or a tuning fork, less like pure metal or steel so you can recognize whether it's a fake or not
• Their would be a strap on the inside of the belt

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  Visible 6 screws 

  

  The strap and the hidden 2 screws

The Receipt: 

• The receipt comes in a receipt holder, it's rectangular and has the G pattern on it
• It would have Gucci written on the middle of it and Firenze 1921 on the bottom of the receipt
• The material of the receipt holder will be the same as that of the bag
• The receipt will have your name, the shop where you bought that belt from
• The belt would be categorized as Men's>Belt
• The date and time would be stated
• The receipt would have the serial number of the belt, if you type that serial number in google, it will show you the link of the belt from the original website of Gucci.

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  The receipt holder

  

  The receipt

  
  

Please note that the receipt format may vary from time to time along with the location, different outlets have slightly different formats. 

Tips:

• Always buy your products from the outlets of Gucci, never from any other stores
• Whatever store you're buying it from, search the store on Gucci's store locater
• You will be heavily taxed for the belt so if the belt is of $295 they would take $375 from you
• You will never get the belt cheap

Written by: Annas Larik

Please note that this article doesn't completely implement to the belts produced after 2014 as their designs have changed. The products would be the same but the Gucci serial code would be found just left to the buckle. The receipt may vary.