How can you spot a genuine Kenzo Tigre sweater?

In 2012, for the first time in the brand's history, Kenzo is launching a sweatshirt collection, including the famous Kenzo Tigre Sweatshirt. A risky gamble for a luxury brand, but a winning one for Kenzo. It was an immediate success. Even today, the tiger sweatshirt is a must-have item for the brand, known the world over. Unfortunately, it has also been a magnet for scammers who have been quick to offer fake replicas of this iconic sweatshirt. In this article, you'll find some useful information about the authenticity of this tiger sweatshirt.

Sweater fabric :

First of all, the feel of the sweater's fabric will tell you whether it's authentic. It should have a soft cotton knit on the outside, with a pleasant, soft plush lining on the inside. Counterfeiters, on the other hand, use a much less pleasant fabric that is stiffer and denser.

Tiger embroidery :

The embroidery is a key indicator of the authenticity of the sweater. The colours of the embroidery should correlate with the colour of the jumper. The stitching, which represents the hair on the tiger's head, should be shiny and blend in with the colour of the jumper.

The letters 'Z' and 'K' also speak volumes. They must have a slight cut in the upper right-hand corner for the letter "Z" and in the centre for the letter "K". On counterfeits, the letters are continuous. Another important point is the shape of the animal's nose. The upper part of the nose should be rounded.

Seams :

There are two types of seam on an effective Kenzo sweatshirt. Firstly, there is the overlock seam on the sides and sleeves. Secondly, there's the double- or triple-needle seam, found in particular on the upper back. This type of seam makes the stitches almost impalpable. On counterfeits, these seams are cheap, very thick and easily visible to the naked eye.

On the left, the seams of a real Kenzo sweatshirt, on the right, the seams of a fake Kenzo sweatshirt.

The labels:

Look carefully at the collar label - it should be smooth to the touch and sewn evenly and flat.

You should also pay particular attention to the font of the 'Kenzo' lettering. On counterfeit sweatshirts, the font is usually off to the side.

The label on the inside of the sweatshirt, which tells you how to wash and dry the sweatshirt correctly, is an indication of its conformity. This label must be sewn at the same time as the sides of the sweatshirt. Counterfeiters sew the label back on over the sweatshirt's seams, using a brutally white thread.

Secure the purchase of your second-hand Kenzo Tigre sweatshirt with Obvy :

If you want to buy your Kenzo tiger sweatshirt on resale platforms between private individuals, we advise you to go through Obvy to secure your transaction.

Obvy is a secure payment platform that helps you avoid the scams that are common in transactions between private individuals. When you make a transaction on Obvy, the funds are only credited to your seller when the buyer certifies that the goods purchased are in order. If this is not the case, you are automatically refunded and the item is returned to the seller.

By using Obvy to carry out transactions between private individuals, you can also benefit from payment in several instalments.