Well, I think these conversations around "why not carry a counterfeit if you can't afford the real thing" have been going on for years around here.
Here is a good thread with lots of interesting information and viewpoints for both arguments (for and against): http://forum.purseblog.com/handbags-and-purses/why-do-people-buy-fake-designer-bags-or-896.html
Here is a good thread with lots of interesting information and viewpoints for both arguments (for and against): http://forum.purseblog.com/handbags-and-purses/why-do-people-buy-fake-designer-bags-or-896.html