The brand name or logo may differ slightly from the original as may some of the design features on the bag itself. If you look closely though, you may discern some minor differences. Some pieces will only be passable representations while others are often mirror images of the original. This may be attributed to the fact that Manufactures of copies are not only jockeying for position with the genuine article, but are also locked in competition with each other. In general though, the level of craftsmanship of counterfeited goods can range from decent to outstanding.
The packaging may also not be as glitzy as those of an original. Luxury items like designer bags will of course vary in quality of construction and attention to detail. Even an expensive replica will generally represent a fraction of the cost of the original and can be virtually identical to the "real thing", both in quality of manufacture and materials used in production. It is estimated that over 85% of all the Louis Vuitton handbags in use today are replicas. The average consumer can simply not afford to pay the many hundreds, even thousands of dollars for the privilege of carrying an authentic Prada, Hermes or Louis Vuitton handbag. Many people will willingly purchase a replica handbag as a well made replica can offer the same prestige as the original but without the often hefty price tag. The most commonly replicated luxury goods include upmarket designer clothing, shoes, sportswear, perfumes, watches, sunglasses and of course designer handbags. If there is a profit to be made an industry will be born. If the genuine article sells, the replica will also sell. If a certain item becomes fashionable (or "hot", thank you Paris Hilton) you can be sure that a much more affordable, yet almost indistinguishable replica is already on the way. The availability and sheer variety of replica items have been steadily increasing in recent years. This has been bolstered by the awakening of Asian manufacturing powerhouses like China as well as the near insatiable consumer demand for designer goods. It is estimated that counterfeit products represent a 5% - 7% share of global trade, generating in excess of $600 billion every year. Replica goods have truly become a Global Phenomenon over the past few years. Copying original designer items has become a huge billion dollar industry. Call them replicas, counterfeits or knockoffs.
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