I got a call from an old friend of mine the other day and she told me about the increasing trend of fake designer bags in Pakistan. Before she detailed her experience I had no idea about the magnitude and deception going around. I was appalled to learn how most of the high-end fashion in Pakistan is counterfeit.
To hear the stories of people getting fooled, buying these fake bags in the name of designer bags, and being severely disappointed, was heartbreaking. My friend is one of those unfortunate ones who end up paying the full price for a knockoff. She was so devastated that she felt like she had been taken for a ride.
I got really angry hearing her out. It infuriated me to learn how such non-ethical acts were gaining momentum. It’s true that the prices are very attractive, but with that comes the risk associated with it. I raged when she told me that people are refusing to acknowledge this and buying away fake products without any consideration.
The trend of copying designer bags in Pakistan is increasing and retailers are pocketing huge profits since people don’t really take the time to investigate the authenticity of the product. Buyers are compromising quality and durability for the sake of one-time, cheap shopping.
That’s when I decided to find out how it works in the market and where are these bags coming from. Through my friend, I made contact with a reliable vendor and upon further questioning, I discovered that these bags were made locally. I was both relieved and disturbed.
Local tailors can depend on these counterfeit items to make ends meet, while some racketeers are doing this as a means to exploit people. On the other hand, local production has enabled the growth and spread of this trend further, leading to an even larger scale of these unethical activities. Though such activities can be condemned, it is hard to blame someone if it’s the only means of survival.
I started looking into the ways of spot these fakes. I’m glad that I was able to retrieve quite a few tips and tricks. Knowing how to identify the real thing from a fake one makes it much more difficult for these illegal businesses to profit.
Moreover, I researched ways to protect the existing suppliers of designer products and discourage people from buying fake designer bags. After making sure that buying an original designer bag is not much of a hassle, the key becomes in educating people about the cultural and economic realities of counterfeiting.
It’s high time that people are aware that fake designer bags in Pakistan have become synonymous with exploitation and endorse authentic designer products instead. Doing so, not only would people be able to protect authentic designers and their profits from loss, but would also help other reliable suppliers to prosper.
The most effective way to prevent this trend from spreading further is to hold accountable all those retailers and vendors who are involved in producing, marketing and selling fake designer bags. Educating people and cracking down on counterfeit suppliers would go a long way in discouraging such deplorable activities in Pakistan.
Teaching people to educate themselves properly and choose wisely before making such purchases can be highly effective. People should know the difference between the real thing and a fake, and whether it is worth the price they are paying. This can prevent people from being treated unfairly and conned.