Palace is instantly recognised by its Tri-Ferg triangle logo, and that geometry is exactly where fakes go wrong. Our experts and AI confirm whether your piece is genuine.
We check the Tri-Ferg triangle geometry, angles and proportions. The nested-triangle shape is precise, and replicas frequently get the proportions wrong.
We inspect prints for sharp, clean edges. A blurry or low-resolution Tri-Ferg or graphic is a strong sign of a fake.
On embroidered pieces we assess stitch density and neatness. Loose or sloppy embroidery indicates a replica.
We compare the tags, fonts and layout against genuine references for the specific release.
Authentic Palace has even, tidy stitching. We look at seams and hems for uneven or loose thread work.
Palace pieces carry a woven neck label plus a separate care label in the side seam with composition, size, country of manufacture and a season or style code. The code places the garment in a specific drop, and because Palace publishes the line-up for every drop, you can check whether that model and colourway ever existed. There is no code-based authenticity check from the brand.
The care label is sewn inside a side seam: composition, country of manufacture and the season or style code. The woven neck label is separate and carries the logo and size.
It identifies the season and the drop. From there the piece gets compared with that season's official line-up: did this model exist, in this colour, with this artwork?
The house mark is an impossible triangle built from three triangles, with PALACE running along each face. On genuine pieces the faces meet precisely, the letters share one height and the embroidery is dense with no gaps showing through.
Labels and codes are copied along with the artwork. The verdict comes from the Tri-Ferg geometry, label typography, stitch density, fabric weight and hardware — all of it visible only in close photos.
| What we look at | Authentic | Replica |
|---|---|---|
| Tri-Ferg logo | Equal faces, even PALACE lettering on each side, dense embroidery or clean print | Triangle drifting out of shape, letters of different heights, sparse stitching with gaps, ragged corners |
| Labels and code | Even weave, legible code, season and model consistent with a real drop | Smudged print, code that contradicts the season, wrong country of manufacture on the label |
| Fabric and fit | Heavy fleece or dense cotton, cut to that season's block | Light loose fabric, boxy fit, short sleeves or a body that hangs off-square |
| Seams and finishing | Straight stitching, tidy cuffs and hood, clean interior | Wandering stitch, loose threads, uneven neckline, sloppy bartacks |
| Hardware and drawcords | Zips and eyelets to the season's spec, smooth action, solid cords with proper tips | Unbranded hardware, stiff zip, thin cords with no tips or rough plastic edges |
Most items are verified in about 15 minutes after we receive your photos.
We usually want a clear Tri-Ferg shot, the tags and a stitching close-up, so a few photos are better than two.
Tees, hoodies, jackets and most other Palace apparel and accessories.
Send a few clear photos and get an expert verdict with a digital certificate.