I can’t believe that I’m actually considering buying a replica. As someone who’s passionate about fashion, I was always opposed to the idea of imitating the style of high-end fashion houses. But with increasing costs and decreasing salary, it’s getting harder to keep up.
When I saw my Friend’s new handbag, I almost couldn’t tell that it was just a replica. She told me she got it from an online shop for just a fraction of its original price. That’s when I started seriously considering getting a replica brand myself. Even though I know it’s wrong to go for a fake, I want to believe that by purchasing them, I’m actually supporting the original designer. Plus, it’ll give me the luxury look I’m after without breaking the bank.
It’s ironic because my fashion knowledge makes me the most qualified person to accurately tell a replica brand from an original. But I’m taking advantage of this skill and going for a replica this time. Every time I would try to muster up the courage to purchase this handbag, I’d remember my countless hours researching and studying up on designer brands. It took me a lot of effort to be able to recognize a replica in a glance, and I’m possibly using this newly acquired skill to go buy a fake.
There are some big pros and cons of mingling with the replica brand world. On one hand, I’m risking the reputation I’ve built for myself and the opinions people have of me. People who know me know what a fashionista I am, and I’m not sure how they’ll take it when I pull out a replica bag. On the other hand, maybe this will make me more relatable because it means I’m like anyone else trying to keep up with designers without breaking the bank.
I also know that if I go with the replica brand option, I’m taking away sales and recognition from the original designer. Not to mention, my replica handbag would only last me a couple of seasons, and not the years that my original would. That’s one of the major drawbacks that I’m struggling with.
In the end, I guess I’m just exploring the replica brand world as a last resort before completely giving up on my passion. I’m not an advocate for replicas, but I guess at times we just have to do what makes the most financial sense. I’m not willing to go into debt to keep up with the latest fashion trends.