Buying "fake" products to impress others?

ninerbuff
ninerbuff Posts: 49,048 Member
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I for one don't like to spend extra money on say a pair of dry-fit T shirts because of just the name on it. Most dri-fit shirts are made by only a couple of manufacturers and the company they make them for, put their logos on them. So I'll buy a Champion Gear shirt at Target over a Nike shirt especially when the difference is about $10.

But I know many who buy "fake" or "imitation" products just so they can impress others. Fake Rolex's, fake Gucci bags, fake diamonds etc, but claim it's the "real" thing. Why not just buy a nice quality bag even if it's not a Gucci or Coach?

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  • JefferyArnold
    JefferyArnold Posts: 1,479 Member
    Because people buy things they don't need to impress people they don't like.

    Personally, some things I'm all for name brand, other things, I couldn't care less.
  • IpuffyheartHeelsinthegym
    IpuffyheartHeelsinthegym Posts: 5,573 Member
    absolutely not at all. I don't want the real thing, so I certainly don't want the knock off of it, either. Especially not to impress anyone.
  • _John_
    _John_ Posts: 8,646 Member
    I totally agree...

    and shame on all Scotty Cameron users for using fake knockoff Ping designs...
  • BlueBombers
    BlueBombers Posts: 4,064 Member
    No, never. I buy stuff that I need and is cheap. I'm not here to impress anyone.
  • Hauntinglyfit
    Hauntinglyfit Posts: 5,537 Member
    I didn't realize there are knock off coach bags out there. The originals are not really pricy enough to be worth making knock offs.
  • Sinisterly
    Sinisterly Posts: 10,913 Member
    Nah, I don't bother with this silly trend. I only care about what I like.
  • devil_in_a_blue_dress
    devil_in_a_blue_dress Posts: 5,214 Member
    Knock off name brands never impress people who actually posses/ or are familiar with the real thing. You are not fooling anyone and, if anything, are drawing attention to yourself for being too cheap/poor for the real thing.

    Which is why I always just buy the best quality I can afford, even if that means a less than recognized label.
  • bcattoes
    bcattoes Posts: 17,299 Member
    When it comes to clothing, I'll buy anything I think I look good in. I don't care if it's a knock-off or 'real' or something no one would want to knock off. If I look good enough in it, who is going to be looking at the label?
  • SunofaBeach14
    SunofaBeach14 Posts: 4,899 Member
    But my man bag IS Prada!
  • vjohn04
    vjohn04 Posts: 2,276 Member
    If they want to save money instead of buying fake... they could find the outlet store.

    I buy my watches from the outlet.

    And Coach? Yes there are fakes, but again... outlet.
  • devil_in_a_blue_dress
    devil_in_a_blue_dress Posts: 5,214 Member
    I didn't realize there are knock off coach bags out there. The originals are not really pricy enough to be worth making knock offs.

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  • devil_in_a_blue_dress
    devil_in_a_blue_dress Posts: 5,214 Member
    If they want to save money instead of buying fake... they could find the outlet store.

    I buy my watches from the outlet.

    And Coach? Yes there are fakes, but again... outlet.

    The best job I ever had was a Coach outlet.
  • Justifier
    Justifier Posts: 336 Member
    I think it's about self-esteem and validation. They don't see value in themselves unless they have nice things. But they can't afford nice things.
  • BlueBombers
    BlueBombers Posts: 4,064 Member
    But my man bag IS Prada!

    You mean your European Carryall?
  • Holly_Roman_Empire
    Holly_Roman_Empire Posts: 4,440 Member
    I would always know it was fake, and therefore, I wouldn't value it. For me, it's more about being proud of what I have than impressing other people.
  • ninerbuff
    ninerbuff Posts: 49,048 Member
    I didn't realize there are knock off coach bags out there. The originals are not really pricy enough to be worth making knock offs.
    A lot of them are manufactured in China. Look like the real thing though unless completely examined.

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  • walterm852
    walterm852 Posts: 409 Member
    I bought fake NFL jerseys for my kids from China, $22 vs $120. I live in Pittsburgh and 1/2 the kids wardrobes are NFL jerseys. My 8yr asked for a stitched jersey for Xmas because his classmates said they are more valuable than screened (LOL, couldnt believe it). Plus, when the player gets traded, they wont were them, with the ones from China, you can take off the name and use the shirt for pick up games. I tell everyone about it and send the link, so its not like I am passing it off as authentic

    FYI, A lawyer friend of mine said its not illegal to buy them, its illegal to sell them.
  • odusgolp
    odusgolp Posts: 10,477 Member
    I'm filthy rich, but would never spend my hard earned money on a Coach bag... Real, Outlet or Fake.

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  • SoLongAndThanksForAllTheFish
    SoLongAndThanksForAllTheFish Posts: 831 Member
    I'll always take functionality and price over brand, but do you know who uses the same material? That does interest me. I usually will only buy the stuff when its "old/on sale" and I actually found some old Nike long sleeve dry fit material that I really like...but by the time I get things, wear them a while and realize I'd like more, the model is on to the next year (or next couple years) and they usually don't make them anymore...
  • ninerbuff
    ninerbuff Posts: 49,048 Member
    I bought fake NFL jerseys for my kids from China, $22 vs $120. I live in Pittsburgh and 1/2 the kids wardrobes are NFL jerseys. My 8yr asked for a stitched jersey for Xmas because his classmates said they are more valuable than screened (LOL, couldnt believe it). Plus, when the player gets traded, they wont were them, with the ones from China, you can take off the name and use the shirt for pick up games. I tell everyone about it and send the link, so its not like I am passing it off as authentic

    FYI, A lawyer friend of mine said its not illegal to buy them, its illegal to sell them.
    This I can go with since there are lots of unofficial NFL shirts, pants, jerseys out there. It's just showing your team preference.

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  • Sunitagt
    Sunitagt Posts: 486 Member
    I didn't realize there are knock off coach bags out there. The originals are not really pricy enough to be worth making knock offs.

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    I like the fake one better, lol.

    I never buy for the brand, I only buy what I like, but I'm a 'minimalist', so I don't buy much.
  • Hauntinglyfit
    Hauntinglyfit Posts: 5,537 Member
    I didn't realize there are knock off coach bags out there. The originals are not really pricy enough to be worth making knock offs.

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    Both ugly, imo.

    I do own a nice leather Coach bag that I bought on sale for a grrat price. I've had it a very long time and it looks brand new
  • ninerbuff
    ninerbuff Posts: 49,048 Member
    I wonder if anyone's ever been assaulted or robbed of their "fake" bag or jewelry?

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  • RunsOnEspresso
    RunsOnEspresso Posts: 3,218 Member
    I bought fake NFL jerseys for my kids from China, $22 vs $120. I live in Pittsburgh and 1/2 the kids wardrobes are NFL jerseys. My 8yr asked for a stitched jersey for Xmas because his classmates said they are more valuable than screened (LOL, couldnt believe it). Plus, when the player gets traded, they wont were them, with the ones from China, you can take off the name and use the shirt for pick up games. I tell everyone about it and send the link, so its not like I am passing it off as authentic

    FYI, A lawyer friend of mine said its not illegal to buy them, its illegal to sell them.

    The Chinese NHL jerseys are terrible. For the Coyotes they use the red wings red with the letter kit for the alternate jersey, meaning everyone can tell its fake. I would rather buy a real one than wear such an obvious fake.

    My Coach bags are some of the best made purses I have. They remain in better condition than bags I have bought at say Target. I buy these as more investment pieces. I know they will last and look good for years to come. I buy trendy, cheaper purses if I want to switch it up.

    I will pay for quality pieces that I will wear/use many times.
  • wanna_b_there
    wanna_b_there Posts: 295 Member
    I bought fake Uggs for $12 to annoy the crap out of my friends. :laugh: Other than that, I wouldn't bother.
  • tomomatic
    tomomatic Posts: 1,794 Member
    I have name and non-name brand stuff in my closet. I can't always tell the difference in quality. Some of the Old Navy or Champion gear looks good enough that I've thought about buying an iron on patch or something. But I'm married with kids. I don't need to impress anyone.

    The only area that I won't skimp is footwear. I'll be mad if my Nike swoosh falls off.
  • IPAkiller
    IPAkiller Posts: 711 Member
    I'm filthy rich, but would never spend my hard earned money on a Coach bag... Real, Outlet or Fake.

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  • bloominheck
    bloominheck Posts: 869 Member
    I love my coach sunglasses :smokin:
  • lmhbuss
    lmhbuss Posts: 282 Member
    I am cheap. I will only spend more on an item (assuming the quality is equivalent) if it helps keep my neighbors employed. I don't give a damn what the brand name is or how popular it is. I did care about those things when I was a kid....but then I grew up. ***One exception*I do STILL really want a pair of Doc Marten's but am waiting till I reach the 100lbs lost mark and then will spend the extra for the ones actually still made in England and not their cheaper poorer quality overseas made lines. I honestly don't know why adults get caught up in brand identification....
  • dunnodunno
    dunnodunno Posts: 2,290 Member
    I didn't realize there are knock off coach bags out there. The originals are not really pricy enough to be worth making knock offs.
    A lot of them are manufactured in China. Look like the real thing though unless completely examined.

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    I think most of the real ones are too.

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