Hello everyone!
I’ve got something unique to share with you today! Unlike my usual reviews, this one involves a real vs. fake comparison. Curious about the reason? Well, it’s because I decided to step away from my usual replica sellers and purchased a knockoff Chanel wallet from a different source. This is my first transaction with sheluxury.ru, a website I haven’t used before. To play it safe, I opted for a small item that I already own in its authentic version – a Chanel card holder. This approach allows me to easily assess aspects like craftsmanship, material quality, accuracy, and more.
Now, let’s dive right in and evaluate how well this replica Chanel card holder from sheluxury.ru holds up!
Authentic on the Left; Replica on the Right
As I explored the website for small items, I noticed they only offered Chanel 19 card holders in pink. After reaching out via email (since the online chat was non-functional), I inquired about the availability of the Chanel caviar quilted flap card holder – and luck was on my side! A few days later, they confirmed they had it.
And here I am, with both of these adorable pieces for this review.
You’ve seen the first image already. What are your initial impressions?
It’s quite evident that there’s a noticeable difference, isn’t it? The Chanel logo doesn’t even come close on the replica.
Authentic on the Up; Replica on the Down
Some might assume I made a rookie mistake. Admittedly, I did request pre-shipment photos (PSP), but it’s possible they either forgot or sent them to the wrong email address. Additionally, with my busy schedule involving my child and work, I only realized the step was missed upon receiving the package. Essentially, they sent the wallet without my approval.
Nevertheless, let’s carry on. To be fair, the size is quite accurate, but the distinctions are still prominent. First, the caviar leather. Clearly, the grain on the replica Chanel wallet is less distinct than on my genuine one. The back pocket is also slightly smaller.
Authentic on the Left; Replica on the Right
Authentic on the Left; Replica on the Right
The side’s shape lacks the perfect oval present on the authentic piece.
Authentic on the Left; Replica on the Right
The flap and stamping are passable.
Authentic on the Left; Replica on the Right
The buckle seems satisfactory. The only noticeable difference is the slightly brighter color of the fake Chanel card holder, although it’s not blatantly obvious. It’s a discrepancy that only becomes apparent when you place an authentic piece next to it.
Authentic on the Up; Replica on the Down
CONCLUSION Quality – 9/10
Honestly, the quality aligns with my expectations and doesn’t disappoint. No strange odors, no loose stitching, and the structure feels adequately robust. I’ve deducted 1 point due to the shape variation on the side.
Accuracy – 6.5/10
Chanel logo on the front -2 Leather grains -1 Back pocket -0.5 However, accuracy is quite disappointing. If they improved the hardware logo and the leather, especially the logo’s accuracy, I could overlook the leather grain and still consider this purchase successful. It’s perplexing why they neglected this aspect, as replicating the logo more faithfully doesn’t seem overly challenging. Perhaps they’re aware of this issue, which is why they excluded this Chanel card holder from their website or didn’t provide pre-shipment photos.
Satisfaction – 7.5/10
Non-functional online chat -0.5 Absence of pre-shipment photos -1 Seller communication and service falling short of expectations -1 In summary, that’s my review of the knockoff Chanel caviar quilted flap card holder I acquired from sheluxury.ru. I wanted to share my insights in case any of you are considering purchasing from them and are seeking opinions.
And hey, if you know of any other trustworthy websites or sellers worth exploring, feel free to drop a comment or send me an email. If I receive numerous recommendations for the same website/seller, I might consider doing a detailed review.
