
As a discerning gamer who’s also into fashion, I always ensure that every pair of sneakers I buy from Coolkicks are authenticated first. It’s crucial because footwear, just like luxury handbags, watches, fragrances, and designer items from brands like Nike, Off-White, Chanel, Hermès, Louis Vuitton, Rolex, Patek Philippe, and countless others, is a product category highly susceptible to counterfeiting. Authenticating items before purchase isn’t just important for the brands, but also for retailers, resellers, and consumers like me. London-based Corsearch estimates that by 2030, the economic impact of counterfeit goods could surge to an staggering $1.79 trillion. So, verifying authenticity is a step I never skip.