Corteiz · Authentication
RTW Tee: real vs fake
The RTW Tee is Corteiz’s staple T-shirt carrying the RTW (Rules The World) graphic, and on thin jersey any replica miss in the font or print shows instantly. The original gives itself away through calibrated graphics, a crisp woven neck tag, and dense cotton that holds its shape. Upload photos to LegitCheck AI to get the graphic, tag, and fabric checked in a minute.
What to check on the RTW Tee
Model-specific zones — on top of the brand-level signs.
RTW graphic and font
The RTW lettering and graphic use the correct font with calibrated weight and letter spacing, placed exactly per the release reference. Fakes miss the stroke thickness and tracking and set the graphic too high, too low, or crooked.
Alcatraz logo
If the tee carries the Alcatraz logo, its geometry — the island outline, the detailing, the lettering — matches reference. Replicas simplify the island silhouette and distort the proportions; this is the brand’s number-one visual test.
Woven neck tag
The neck tag with the woven logo is sewn on straight, the weave is dense, the artwork is crisp, and the tag type matches the release era. On fakes the weave is loose, the logo blurs, and the tag sits crooked or belongs to the wrong generation.
Print quality
The print sits in an even layer with clean edges and saturated color, no cracking or flaking out of the box. Replicas show fuzzy edges, washed-out fills, and a print that cracks after the first wash.
Cotton weight and cut
The genuine tee is dense cotton that holds shape and doesn’t see through, with a cut matching the release. Fakes are thinner, see-through in light, and the fit drifts off reference.
Seams and neckline
The hem and sleeves are finished with even stitching, and the neckline is springy and doesn’t ripple. On replicas the stitching is sparse or crooked, and the collar stretches out fast.
Where to inspect
The key zones to photograph and check on this type of item — a schematic, not a product photo.
- 1Neck label and tags
- 2Print and its printing
- 3Stitching and hem
- 4Shoulder and sleeve seam
- 5Fabric and weight
The difference is in the details — drag the slider
Typical differences in workmanship: stitching consistency, edge finishing, detail quality. Left — factory quality, right — common replica flaws.
Replica 
Authentic Photo angles for the check
- 1 Overall view
- 2 Logo / tag
- 3 Details & stitching
- 4 Material
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FAQ
How do I check the neck tag on an RTW Tee?
On the original the woven Alcatraz-logo tag reads crisply: the weave is dense, the edges are clean, and the stitching is neat. On a fake the artwork blurs, the threads are loose, and the tag sits crooked. Tag designs have changed between releases, so match the tag type against documented references for the specific drop.
What does RTW mean on Corteiz?
RTW stands for Rules The World — the brand’s slogan and part of its full name, CRTZ RTW. On tees the RTW graphic is a primary checkpoint: the font, letter weight, and placement must match the release reference, and that’s exactly where replicas miss most often.
Can I authenticate an RTW Tee from photos?
Yes. The graphic, tag, fabric, and seams read clearly in photos. Shoot the print close up, the neck tag, the care labels, and the hem — LegitCheck AI returns a verdict with a confidence score.
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