How to Tell if Burberry Products are Real

One of the most sought after designer labels of all time is Burberry. Their signature check print has topped runways for many decades, and their timeless pieces are made to last. Like many high in demand, expensive, and recognizable designer labels, there are hundreds of thousands of counterfeit Burberry items floating around. The goal of this article is to provide insight on how the general public can spot the differentiating factors of the authenticity of Burberry products.

Material Feel and Construction

Prior to making a Burberry purchase, it is important to touch and feel the product. Like all high quality and price point designer items, the materials used to construct the pieces are of the highest quality. A deal breaker when it comes to Burberry pieces is the check print. The design should be crisp and clean and the seams should be uniform. If the edges of the Burberry item being purchased have frayed or loose thread, it is most likely a fake.

Logos

Another element to authentication is the Burberry logo. Similar to the design of the check print, the Burberry logo has to be sharp and center aligned. Like all logos, Burberry logos should be printed or engraved and not handwritten. Burberry pieces, along with all other items, come labeled. On all items, labels should be affixed and not glued.

Look for misspellings and incorrect use of space and font. This may also be the case with labeling within the item. The label should be neat and have clean edges.

– Examine the Burberry Check.

The Burberry check has been designed to be centered and balanced. It requires precision when it is printed on a piece of Burberry’s merchandise.

To determine whether a Burberry item is authentic, ensure lines are balanced when examining different areas of the item. Printing of the check may be misaligned and colors may be off in counterfeit items.

– Examine Other Items

Trim items such as zippers and snaps also must be of good quality and bearing the Burberry logo. Logos on other items such as key chains and umbrellas should also be of good quality.

– Be Wary of Very Cheap Items

If an item appears to be of good quality but is being sold at a price that is significantly lower than the usual market price, the item may be a counterfeit item. However, it is also advisable to examine the seller’s credentials and history and get reviews of items being sold by the seller.

Buy From Authorized Retailers

 The most secure approach to prevent purchase of faux Burberry products is to purchase from licensed retailers. In the absence of authorised retailers, buy from trustworthy luxury fashion retailers. 

Final Thoughts

Identifying Burberry fakes requires examination of minute details. Some of these details include quality of materials used, stitching details, logos, and hardware. With some training of the eye, one can identify fakes and enjoy the details of an authentic Burberry product.