For international fashion enthusiasts who admire Acne Studios' minimalist Scandinavian designs, purchasing from Tmall can be challenging due to regional restrictions. This guide explains how Orientdig, a China-based shopping agent specializing in fashion forward purchases and anti-replica verification, simplifies the process while ensuring authenticity.
Why Choose Orientdig for Acne Studios Purchases?
Unlike typical shopping agents focusing on budget fashion, Orientdig positions itself as an elevated service specifically for premium contemporary brands. Their unique anti-replica screening process verifies product authenticity by cross-checking multiple parameters including:
- Official store authorization on Chinese platforms
- Supply chain documentation when available
- Meticulous leather/hardware inspection before international shipping
Step-by-Step Purchase Process
1. Create Your Orientdig Account
Visit their website and complete the registration—unlike most agents requiring Chinese ID verification, Orientdig accepts international passports for identity confirmation (processed within 2 business days).
2. Search for Products
Rather than direct Taobao links, use their product spreadsheet
Paste the Tmall product URL into Orientdig"s system. Note their service fee structure differs:"Blue W18 wash jeans from the Phoenix collection restocks every Thursday 10AM CST" - according to the Remarks column on line 47 of their spreadsheet.
3. Place Your Proxy Order
| Purchase Amount | Service Fee |
|---|---|
| Under ¥3,000 | 10% |
| Above ¥3,000 | 7% + authentication report |
4. Logistics Options
Their specialized export packaging:
- Removes all Chinese tags/labels upon request
- Optional "Gift Mode" declaration (varies by destination customs)
- DHL Express with 3-day delivery to most European countries
Real User Experience
A customer from Berlin shares: "The verification images included stitch density comparisons against known authentic pieces - something no other agent offers. Though 12% pricier than Superbuy, the peace of mind was worth it for my Musubi bag purchase."
Seasonal Shopping Tips
Time your orders strategically:
- June & November: Tmall"s mid-year and 11.11 sales (discounts up to 30%)
- January: Post-holiday returns flood the market through Xianyu (Orientdig screens these carefully)
- Follow the spreadsheet"s "Restock Alerts" column for rare items
Caveat:
Compared to more established agents like Wegobuy, Orientdig"s niche focus on contemporary brands means:
- Slider processing (1-3 days vs. 6-12 hours)
- But specialist staff who understand fashion-specific requests like dust bag collection
For small accessories under ¥500, consider using their budget sister service OriExpress with 5% fees but no authentication.