Hey guys!
Today is another reader submission. I must admit I have some mixed feelings when I receive these kinds of emails about scams. On one hand, I feel really sorry that they got ripped off, and it seems like most of the reader submissions I get are bad purchases. On the other hand, I also feel glad that they’re willing to share their disappointing experiences to help many more others avoid falling victim to the same website. (And this time – copycatfrance.com or copycatfrance.ru)
I really wish there were more trustworthy replica bag sellers and fewer scammers out there. But, having spent over a decade in the fake designer bags industry, I know just how ruthless and cunning the world of replicas can be. So guys, never let your guard down!
Here is the content of the original email (I bolded the parts that are worth paying attention to):
| Hello Angie,
I wanna share my personal experience of getting scammed by a replica website. The website is copycatfrance.com. I have heard about this site like thousands of times, they are everywhere on Youtube and Tiktok. Every time I watched those unboxing videos of replica bags, I’d see comments hyping up copycatfrance like crazy. They’d be like, “You should check copycatfrance”, “I only buy from copycat france website because their bags are 100% like the authentic ones”. Little did I know, it was all part of their sneaky propaganda game. Funny enough, I actually tried to do my homework before going ahead with my order from copycatfrance.com. I went down the rabbit hole of online reviews, searching high and low for any dirt on those guys. But to my surprise, I couldn’t find a single negative review or anyone spilling the beans about them being scammers. Plus, they have this 100% Money Back Guarantee on their website. So, thinking I had done my research, I took the leap and decided to go for a Dior Saddle Bag in Blush from their website. And that’s when the nightmare began. To begin with, I had to wait a freaking 6 weeks for the bag to finally arrive. Once I placed the order, it was like they vanished into thin air. No response from email or WhatsApp, no updates, nada! I had to practically beg for answers, and all they gave me was some lame excuse about being busy and a bunch of half-hearted apologies. But wait, it gets worse. When my package finally showed up, my heart sank. The bag I got was a total piece of junk. Not calfskin leather as described, it was some cheap PU crap. And the bag was not even in a proper shape, it got squeezed and have creases everywhere. Also, they even forgot to send the shoulder strap to me. Can you believe that? They charged me an arm and a leg, way more than other sellers out there. $400 for the bag and $30 for shipping. And when I asked for a refund, they just brushed me off like it was no big deal. I’ve learned my lesson. I ain’t ever ordering from those clowns at copycatfrance again. They can take their sorry excuses and leave. I’m done with their scammy business for good. Mia S. |
Here are the pics:
And after seeing the pics, I feel as outraged as Mia did.
I can’t believe that she spent $430 in exchange for a replica Dior Saddle Handbag like this.
It looks so fake. The color is way off.
The leather is not even close to Grained Calfskin, it has no texture at all.
The handle of the bag is clearly folded in two places.
The black glazing is way too thick. The color of the metal CD signature is also not accurate.
The strap with metal D is longer than the authentic one.
So I also look up the copycat france website, and they have two domains, one is copycatfrance.com, the other is copycatfrance.ru. I believe they’re one company because the pages and the contact details are the same. They do have a return policy promising a “100% Money Back Guarantee”, which reminds me of another website aaapurse which also has a so-called return policy. But now we know it was just a sugar-coated trap to lure people in.
Screenshot from my phone
To be honest, their website seems pretty good to me too. I guess that’s why Mia fell into their trap. Those scammers have gotten better at deceiving people. As buyers, we need to keep up with the game and protect ourselves better!
6 weeks is a long time, even for regular replica delivery standards. I’m beginning to think that the after-sales number is just an account to make people stop messaging them lol.
I bought a bag from this website a while back, and I was actually really happy with it. The quality seemed great, and the service was pretty good too. But now, after reading this, I gotta admit, that’s got me feeling a bit uneasy. I mean, I liked what I got. But maybe I just got lucky. I’m kinda torn to buy from them again, to be honest. It’s like, should I trust those negative comments or stick to my own good experience?
Wow, the lack of communication and PSPs will definitely keep me away from them.
Omg it’s such a shame about the different leathers. I have a YSL Lou bag from this website and quite surprised about the issues. The leather is the same throughout and for the money it’s a pretty solid buy. It’s been quite a while since I got it so maybe the quality is going downhill or something.
What?! But they were very responsive to me even after I made the purchases
My Gucci Tote Bag from Copycat France has arrived completely bent and misshapen. I ordered the box to go with the bag, received confirmation from them and they said it would come with the branded box and they would also protect the corners of the shipping box. Neither of these things happened (no branded box and corners were not protected) and now I have a misshapen bag and I can’t seem to straighten the leather out. I’m so bummed.
Did you let them know? I’ve purchased from copycat France and my packages do come with reinforced corners. They need to know if their shipping agent is not providing that service.
Yes I have let them know most definitely. The packaging was some of the worst I’ve seen! Huge bummer
I’m sorry this happened. A package from copycatfrance came for me last week and it was reinforced and very well packed. Definitely share this with them – the seller is lovely and I’m sure they would want to be aware the items are not being packaged correctly.
I just received my Dior Blue Oblique Jacquard Bobby Bag from them, and I’m waiting on a Goyard Hobo Bag. The Dior is Ok. I’m undecided on returning and buying from a seller. The stitching is really sloppy and lose right in the front, but I was able to clean it up. No smell. The hardware is nice.
This is so heartbreaking! I hate that there are so many scammers out there preying on people who just want a beautiful replica bag.💔😭
copycatfrance again? I’ve heard some terrible stories about them.
That’s heartbreaking to read about yet another bad purchase. I hope this warning reaches many others. Let’s be cautious out there, friends!
Scammers are the worst! I wish we could do something about it. If only there were more reliable sellers. Thanks for sharing this, though!
OMG, I almost bought from copycatfrance.com last month! Thanks for sharing this. Can you recommend some reliable sellers for replica bags?
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Hi there! I’m glad you dodged a bullet with that site. Finding trustworthy sellers can be a real challenge in the world of replicas. But don’t worry, I’ve got your back! You can check out my detailed posts on replica handbags from various brands. I’ve vetted these sellers myself and have had good experiences with them.