For fashion enthusiasts who admire Chrome Hearts' unique designs but want to avoid high retail markups, sourcing directly from Chinese wholesale platforms like 1688.comJoyabuy, a leading Chinese reverse forwarding and purchasing platform, comes in. Here's a step-by-step guide to using Joyabuy to acquire authentic Chrome Hearts products with ease.
Step 1: Identify Target Products on 1688
Search Chrome Hearts (铬心 or 克罗心 in Chinese) on 1688 and sort suppliers by sales volume or reviews to ensure credibility. Carefully examine product descriptions and images for authenticity markers. A helpful reference is this Chrome Hearts product comparison spreadsheet
Register on Joyabuy's official website
Instead of purchasing directly, paste the item URL into Joyabuy's shopping agent portal. Specify variant details (size, color, quantity) in the remarks section, especially important for jewelry and apparel items where Chrome Hearts engraving details matter. Joyabuy's Guangzhou warehouse consolidates multiple purchases and recommends optimal shipping methods based on item value, such as commercial express (EMS/DHL for jewelry) or sea freight for bulk apparel orders using "Sensitive Goods" routes. A Chrome Hearts ring retailing at $980 in the US costs approximately ¥2,000 ($280) on 1688. With Joyabuy's 5% service fee and shipping ($30), total savings exceed 60% while guaranteeing authenticity. • Some ‘Genuine’ listings may be high-quality replicas—cross-referenced via magnification shots and weight comparison using the Chrome Hearts certification spreadsheet.Step 2: Sign Up for a Joyabuy Account
Step 3: Submit Your 1688 Order via Joyabuy
Step 4: Leverage Value-Added Services
Step 5: Consolidate & Ship Internationally
Cost Comparison: Joyabuy vs. Retail
Caveats to Consider
• Note that typical brand packaging (dust bags, authenticity cards) may be bundled separately.