How do I tell if it’s an authentic Fendi sweater?

To tell if a Fendi sweater is authentic, look for the holographic label. Knitwear created by Fendi after the early 2000s features a black tag with a square holographic image overlaid with the Fendi logo. The holographic image is accompanied by a serial number. This feature was introduced by the brand in 2004 to deter counterfeiters. Later, a more technologically advanced measure saw the integration of RFID chips. These chips contain pertinent information about the products and are sewn into some of the items' tags.

You can also check the sizing. Authentic Fendi sweaters, shirts and other articles of clothing come in Italian numerical sizes. Lastly, genuine Fendi clothing and accessories are not going to be inexpensive. The Italian luxury brand is known for its durable and carefully crafted garments and handbags (if a single stitch looks sloppy, it's likely a fake), and the retail prices of their offerings will reflect this strict adherence to the house's high standards. Some online resources also recommend contacting Fendi's customer support team with authentication questions.

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