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Planet Money · July 10, 2026 · 25m

Seven allegedly fake Chanel bags vs The RealReal

Planet Money examines the booming secondhand luxury market. Online resellers like The RealReal have made used designer goods more accessible. But the authentication process remains controversial. Luxury brands like Chanel claim that fakes slip through. The episode explores the tension between luxury houses and the resale economy.

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Highlights

The Secondhand Luxury Boom
Online resellers have made secondhand luxury more widely available, transforming a once-exclusive market.
The Authenticity Problem and Chanel vs. The RealReal
Luxury brands argue that even authenticated secondhand goods may be counterfeit, sparking legal fights.
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