Authenticity
Why “1:1” Superfake Replicas Are Dangerous and How to Spot Them
“1:1” superfake replicas imitate even tags and QR codes. We explain the threat and why a professional legit check is necessary.
POGO Journal
Authenticity
Guides on authenticity, sizing, care and the stories behind the brands we deliver — written by the POGO team.
Authenticity
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Fear of God Essentials: Authenticity Check
Fear of God Essentials is copied en masse thanks to its accessible price and hype. We show the key signs of a genuine piece.
Authenticity
Corteiz: How Not to Buy a Fake
Corteiz is sold only in limited drops, so fakes are becoming more and more common. We explain how to spot a counterfeit Crtz.
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Off-White: Signs of an Original (Tags, Fonts, QR)
Off-White, with its arrows and quotation marks, is copied everywhere. We cover the key signs of an original: tags, fonts, and QR codes.
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Louis Vuitton: How to Check the Date Code and Hardware
Louis Vuitton has been counterfeited for decades. We explain how to read the date code and inspect the hardware and canvas to tell a…
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Supreme Box Logo: An Authenticity Verification Guide
The Supreme Box Logo is faked on a massive scale. We explain what to look for to tell a genuine Bogo from a fake.
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Air Jordan 1: How to Tell the Original from a Replica
The Air Jordan 1 is a legend that gets faked the most. We show how to tell a real pair from a high-quality replica.
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Top 5 Mistakes When Buying an “Original” Online
A POGO guide on the 5 most common mistakes when buying an “original” online: chasing low prices, blind trust in photos and documents, and…
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How to Verify the Authenticity of Yeezy (Adidas)
Yeezy is one of the most faked collaborations in the world. We explain what to look at so you don't buy a replica instead…
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QR Codes, Receipts, and Authenticity Cards: What’s Real
A POGO guide on QR codes, receipts, and authenticity cards: how to check them, why they don't give a 100% guarantee, and which signs…
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Tags and Labels: What to Look At When Checking Clothing
A POGO guide on checking clothing tags and labels: fonts and alignment, stitching quality, fabric composition, care symbols, manufacturer codes, and other markers of…
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Box and Contents: Why Packaging Matters for Authenticity
A POGO guide on the role of packaging in checking authenticity: the box label, the barcode, the cardboard quality, the completeness of the contents,…
