Tag: authenticity
Product Authenticity in Resale: What It Is, What It Isn't, and How to Prove It
Product authenticity means the garment is genuinely what the listing says it is. Here is how to verify it, document it, and keep it separate from condition.
How a Faded or Worn Label Affects Vintage Clothing Grade
A faded label is a cosmetic defect. An altered one is a disclosure problem. Here's the test that tells you which you're looking at before you list.
Vintage Designer Label Condition: When the Tag Tells Half the Grade Story
A cracked woven label isn't a fake — it's a Cosmetic Appearance defect. Here's how to grade designer tag condition without confusing wear for a red flag.