First off, let’s talk feel. I mean, seriously. A real Hermes tie? It’s silk, darling. *High-quality* silk. It should feel, like, decadent, you know? Soft, smooth…almost buttery. If it feels rough, scratchy, or just plain *wrong*, alarm bells should be ringing. Think of it like this: would Hermes really slap their name on something that feels like sandpaper? Nah.
Okay, now the sneaky stuff. The back of the tie. This is where the counterfeiters often screw up. Apparently, you can peel back (gently, mind you! We don’t want to wreck the tie, real or fake) the folds on the wide end. There *should* be a little thread loop. Like, a tiny lil’ guy. This is a tell-tale sign, apparently. But honestly, I’d be a bit nervous about actually pulling the tie apart, even just a tiny bit. What if you rip it? Awkward.
Then there’s the material *overall*. I’m serious about the silk thing. Check. The. Material. Seriously. They also, I think, are silk *twill*. It’s a fancy way of saying the silk has a kinda diagonal ribbing, like when you look closely.
Speaking of the back, check the stitching. Is it even? Is it neat? Is it screaming “I was made in a sweatshop by someone who hasn’t slept in 48 hours!”? (Okay, maybe not screaming, but you get the idea). Look at the back for loops, and the material.
Honestly? The *best* way to be sure is to buy it from a reputable source. Like, an Hermes store, their official website, or a high-end department store you really trust. Sure, it’s gonna cost you more, but you’re paying for the peace of mind. All these “spot the fake” tips are helpful, but they’re not foolproof. These scammers are getting cleverer all the time!
Oh, and one more thing – if the price seems too good to be true, it probably is. I mean, come on. Hermes ties aren’t exactly bargain-basement finds. Use your common sense! If someone’s offering you a brand new Hermes tie for $30 on a street corner, run. Just run.
