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gro3602 · Oct 29th, 2008, 10:40 AM

The balenciaga's listed are counterfeits.

Other designer photos are stock photos.

sara_g · Oct 31st, 2008, 06:49 AM

It's so amazing, how ozshopper and Serious Shopper both only registered yesterday and both of the only have one post (and both are defending this website....). Going back to swankymama's question...how do people find out that they're being posted about? It seems like whenever people ask about a website or say that they've bought an unauthentic item, the seller mysteriously, and weirdly speedily, shows up to defend him or herself. Perhaps I just whinge too much.

abandonedimages · Oct 31st, 2008, 02:16 PM

Originally Posted by sara_g

It's so amazing, how ozshopper and Serious Shopper both only registered yesterday and both of the only have one post (and both are defending this website....). Going back to swankymama's question...how do people find out that they're being posted about? It seems like whenever people ask about a website or say that they've bought an unauthentic item, the seller mysteriously, and weirdly speedily, shows up to defend him or herself. Perhaps I just whinge too much.

I was wondering the same thing..maybe people they scammed have gone back to them mentioning tPF and how we helped them see that their merchandise is fake? It amazes me that they get so offended when we call them out for scamming people..they deserve it!

gro3602 · Oct 31st, 2008, 03:26 PM

Maybe they google themselves daily.

This thread shows up in the searches

sara_g · Nov 3rd, 2008, 01:37 PM

^ Lol. That's all I have to say about that.

gro3602 · Nov 3rd, 2008, 02:35 PM

Gammy you are WRONG.

Post photos of these bags you purchased in the appropriate autheticate this thread.

Dare ya

redkoda · Nov 3rd, 2008, 06:43 PM

I ordered handbags from this website and she swears that she has the backup documentation from Italy that verify their authenticity. However, both handbags have stitching problems and the dustbags were not correct (no label inside the dustbags that state made in italy) and they were falling apart. I am in process of trying to get my money back from them.

I think that the owner genuinely believes that her handbags are authentic. However, I think that she is being duped by her suppliers in Italy and not getting the quality handbags - rather, she is getting the shelf pulls or defective ones, which is unfortunate.

Designers Loft · Nov 3rd, 2008, 07:17 PM

Originally Posted by Gammy

I have purchased bags from this source and found them to be authentic. Did you know that any authorized buyer can access a designer's warehouse and purchase their items? It cost thousands of dollars to buy the rights to this access but many people have done so for Gucci, Dior, LV, Cole Haan, Fendi and many many others located in the USA as well as abroad.

The warehouses are strategically located in remote areas to remain secure and secret.

All misguided contributors that think one can only buy authentic bags in a desigener boutique, Neiman's etc. is completely incorrect in assuming such. Authorized buyers purchase direct from the warehouses and resell to some of the most reputable and high end brick and mortar boutiques in the U.S. as well as to the online boutiques that can afford to purchase the authetic items. Please people, don't judge a book by its' cover! Thank goodness for these sellers as 85% of the American women could not afford the designer boutique prices.

May I ask the buyer if she approached the seller in a professional manner about her concerns regarding the Louis Vuitton bag? Where was it disqualilifed? Was the seller contacted by the disqualifying agent to discuss the issue or as most do, just assume since it was not bought at aLouis Vuitton boutique, it was a fake item? There are many "secrets" in the fashion industry and they are there to keep the buyers in the dark.

Did you know that defective handbags are sold at the Louis Vuitton warehouse in the USA? Did you know Gucci Italy sells their defective (ususally first run) bags to buyers who resell them to buyers in the USA as well as other countries. Did you know Gucci America denies such practices? They don't have a clue what goes on in Italy much less within their own holdings.

Remember these designers are in business to make money just like any other business. They are not going to throw bags away because there is a defect because they know women will buy their bags just to own one. There is surplus inventory sold by the designers everywhere! Everyone is familiar with Overstock who sells a large number of overstocked items. The designers are having their bags mass produced now to keep up with the demand. They all get sold either in a boutique, outlet store, jobbers or to the independent buyers. Your best buys are the 1 to 2 year old bags that never sold at one of the boutiques, outlets, independent stores and offered to independent online buyers.

Please know I have not seen this bag so I obviously cannot declare the condition or authenticity one way or the other. NO ONE can disqualitfy a handbag without examining it in person. A disqualification must be done be a reliable designer agent as no one else is trained and reliable to make such a statement.

I totally agree!

gro3602 · Nov 3rd, 2008, 08:11 PM

Which designer bags did you purchase? Can you post photos??

Originally Posted by redkoda

I ordered handbags from this website and she swears that she has the backup documentation from Italy that verify their authenticity. However, both handbags have stitching problems and the dustbags were not correct (no label inside the dustbags that state made in italy) and they were falling apart. I am in process of trying to get my money back from them.

I think that the owner genuinely believes that her handbags are authentic. However, I think that she is being duped by her suppliers in Italy and not getting the quality handbags - rather, she is getting the shelf pulls or defective ones, which is unfortunate.

gro3602 · Nov 3rd, 2008, 08:15 PM

You agree w/ what?

I see your first two posts were removed for promoting your website, and you were warned.

Are you affiliated with this website that sells counterfeits as authentic?

Originally Posted by Designers Loft

I totally agree!

gro3602 · Nov 4th, 2008, 12:41 AM

Redkoda,

Please pm me, I'd love to see your photos!

Originally Posted by redkoda

I ordered handbags from this website and she swears that she has the backup documentation from Italy that verify their authenticity. However, both handbags have stitching problems and the dustbags were not correct (no label inside the dustbags that state made in italy) and they were falling apart. I am in process of trying to get my money back from them.

I think that the owner genuinely believes that her handbags are authentic. However, I think that she is being duped by her suppliers in Italy and not getting the quality handbags - rather, she is getting the shelf pulls or defective ones, which is unfortunate.

gro3602 · Nov 4th, 2008, 12:42 AM

Originally Posted by Gammy

Dear Misguided Posters,

I know what I know and hope you will research and learn more about this business also. I have no need to post my bags. I have been selling them for longer than some of you have been out of diapers. I have gained wisdom, knowledge through my experiences. I have an excellent rapport with many "authorized buyers" that have helped me to learn the business. Seek and you shall learn.

gro3602 · Nov 4th, 2008, 08:50 AM

Ok, did some digging........

(Can you tell these scammers p....ss me off???

)

The owner of this website is currently trading on ioffer, here's a comment posted from her seller:

Hi friend,thanks for your previous purchase with us,we now opening a new shop on ioffer,pls take your time to visit our new shop,all the items are the best quality with compete price,Im looking forward to seeing you again.we will update new items day by day, if you are looking for any bags which are not in the store, as we wont list all the brand for security of our account. pls understand. thank you! XXXXX store
please bookmark our new shop

Ok, I won't post the name of the store here for obvious reasons, but here is this store's front page post:

xxxxxx is dedicated to providing the best and newest designer handbags at a fraction of the cost. We start by purchasing original designer handbags, and shipping them to our factories in China . We then inspect every nook and cranny and purchase the same materials to ensure that the products we manufacture are virtually indistinguishable from the designer originals in every way. There are cheaper replicas on the market, but there are no better replicas available anywhere. Customer satisfaction is imperative to our business. We know that people who love designer handbags always want the newest and hottest styles on the market. Often, we get our hands on new items even before they are released to the public. Then we begin the process of finding the materials, and creating the finest replicas available anywhere. Our customers are usually amazed that products that they can't find anywhere else are available on our website, and that the quality is so high. That is why 65% of our business comes from repeat customers. All pictures on our website are of the actual products you will receive. We know that you want to know exactly what you are going to get when you place an order, so we have our photographer take pictures of every new product before it is put up for sale on our website. We believe in the personal touch. We have e-mail and telephone agents on standby to answer any questions you might have, as well as to keep our customers informed on the latest specials and newest items. We add items to our site regularly, so be sure to sign up for our newsletter. If for any reason you are unsatisfied email to us,we will promptly, and happily, address the problem.

Also, her Ebay id was suspended:

stellarperformance999 ( 208) Not a registered user

gro3602 · Nov 4th, 2008, 08:55 AM

Victims of this website should report these scammers:

Report to the New Hampshire Attorney General's office (can file a report online).

Report to the local NH BBB.

Report to the North Hampton NH Police Dept.

And also a good idea: File a report w/ ripoffreport as the report will come up when googling this website name (and hopefully deter others from purchasing).

http://www.egov.nh.gov/consumercomplaint/

http://concord.bbb.org/WWWRoot/SiteP...7-df71ecfda32e

http://www.northhampton-nh.gov/Publi...H_Police/index

http://ripoffreport.com

gro3602 · Nov 4th, 2008, 09:33 PM

Any victims that want or need this couple's name and residence for reporting can pm me.

Oct 29th, 2008, 10:40 AM	#31
gro3602 EX TPFER DONE HERE Joined: Apr 2006 Posts: 7,566	The balenciaga's listed are counterfeits. Other designer photos are stock photos.
gro3602 EX TPFER DONE HERE Joined: Apr 2006 Posts: 7,566	__________________

Oct 31st, 2008, 03:26 PM	#34
gro3602 EX TPFER DONE HERE Joined: Apr 2006 Posts: 7,566	Maybe they google themselves daily. This thread shows up in the searches
gro3602 EX TPFER DONE HERE Joined: Apr 2006 Posts: 7,566	__________________

Nov 3rd, 2008, 02:35 PM	#36
gro3602 EX TPFER DONE HERE Joined: Apr 2006 Posts: 7,566	Gammy you are WRONG. Post photos of these bags you purchased in the appropriate autheticate this thread. Dare ya
gro3602 EX TPFER DONE HERE Joined: Apr 2006 Posts: 7,566	__________________

Nov 3rd, 2008, 06:43 PM	#37
redkoda Member Joined: Oct 2008 Posts: 9	I ordered handbags from this website and she swears that she has the backup documentation from Italy that verify their authenticity. However, both handbags have stitching problems and the dustbags were not correct (no label inside the dustbags that state made in italy) and they were falling apart. I am in process of trying to get my money back from them. I think that the owner genuinely believes that her handbags are authentic. However, I think that she is being duped by her suppliers in Italy and not getting the quality handbags - rather, she is getting the shelf pulls or defective ones, which is unfortunate.
redkoda Member Joined: Oct 2008 Posts: 9

Nov 4th, 2008, 08:50 AM	#43
gro3602 EX TPFER DONE HERE Joined: Apr 2006 Posts: 7,566	Ok, did some digging........ (Can you tell these scammers p....ss me off??? ) The owner of this website is currently trading on ioffer, here's a comment posted from her seller: Hi friend,thanks for your previous purchase with us,we now opening a new shop on ioffer,pls take your time to visit our new shop,all the items are the best quality with compete price,Im looking forward to seeing you again.we will update new items day by day, if you are looking for any bags which are not in the store, as we wont list all the brand for security of our account. pls understand. thank you! XXXXX store please bookmark our new shop Ok, I won't post the name of the store here for obvious reasons, but here is this store's front page post: xxxxxx is dedicated to providing the best and newest designer handbags at a fraction of the cost. We start by purchasing original designer handbags, and shipping them to our factories in China . We then inspect every nook and cranny and purchase the same materials to ensure that the products we manufacture are virtually indistinguishable from the designer originals in every way. There are cheaper replicas on the market, but there are no better replicas available anywhere. Customer satisfaction is imperative to our business. We know that people who love designer handbags always want the newest and hottest styles on the market. Often, we get our hands on new items even before they are released to the public. Then we begin the process of finding the materials, and creating the finest replicas available anywhere. Our customers are usually amazed that products that they can't find anywhere else are available on our website, and that the quality is so high. That is why 65% of our business comes from repeat customers. All pictures on our website are of the actual products you will receive. We know that you want to know exactly what you are going to get when you place an order, so we have our photographer take pictures of every new product before it is put up for sale on our website. We believe in the personal touch. We have e-mail and telephone agents on standby to answer any questions you might have, as well as to keep our customers informed on the latest specials and newest items. We add items to our site regularly, so be sure to sign up for our newsletter. If for any reason you are unsatisfied email to us,we will promptly, and happily, address the problem. Also, her Ebay id was suspended: stellarperformance999 ( 208) Not a registered user
gro3602 EX TPFER DONE HERE Joined: Apr 2006 Posts: 7,566	__________________

Oct 31st, 2008, 06:49 AM	#32
sara_g Member Joined: May 2008 Location: Boston, LA Posts: 438	It's so amazing, how ozshopper and Serious Shopper both only registered yesterday and both of the only have one post (and both are defending this website....). Going back to swankymama's question...how do people find out that they're being posted about? It seems like whenever people ask about a website or say that they've bought an unauthentic item, the seller mysteriously, and weirdly speedily, shows up to defend him or herself. Perhaps I just whinge too much.

Nov 3rd, 2008, 01:37 PM	#35
sara_g Member Joined: May 2008 Location: Boston, LA Posts: 438	^ Lol. That's all I have to say about that.

Nov 4th, 2008, 08:55 AM	#44
gro3602 EX TPFER DONE HERE Joined: Apr 2006 Posts: 7,566	Victims of this website should report these scammers: Report to the New Hampshire Attorney General's office (can file a report online). Report to the local NH BBB. Report to the North Hampton NH Police Dept. And also a good idea: File a report w/ ripoffreport as the report will come up when googling this website name (and hopefully deter others from purchasing). http://www.egov.nh.gov/consumercomplaint/ http://concord.bbb.org/WWWRoot/SiteP...7-df71ecfda32e http://www.northhampton-nh.gov/Publi...H_Police/index http://ripoffreport.com
gro3602 EX TPFER DONE HERE Joined: Apr 2006 Posts: 7,566	__________________

Nov 4th, 2008, 09:33 PM	#45
gro3602 EX TPFER DONE HERE Joined: Apr 2006 Posts: 7,566	Any victims that want or need this couple's name and residence for reporting can pm me.
gro3602 EX TPFER DONE HERE Joined: Apr 2006 Posts: 7,566	__________________

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