Real vs. Fake: Supreme Aphex Twin Windowlicker Tee “Black” Authentication Guide

7th August 2025 EDT RELEASES

Real vs. Fake: Supreme Aphex Twin Windowlicker Tee “Black” Authentication Guide

How SNKRDUNK's professional authenticators distinguish between authentic and counterfeit items.

Real vs. Fake: Supreme Aphex Twin Windowlicker Tee “Black” Authentication Guide

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The Supreme x Aphex Twin collaboration from the 25SS collection became one of the most talked-about releases, featuring items from the acclaimed electronic artist known as the “genius of techno”. The T-shirts incorporating Aphex Twin’s album artwork have gained significant popularity and are frequently traded on SNKRDUNK.

This article focuses specifically on the Supreme Aphex Twin Windowlicker Tee “Black” and examines how SNKRDUNK’s professional authenticators distinguish between authentic and counterfeit items. While the authentication points covered here represent only a portion of the comprehensive verification process, this guide serves as a valuable reference for those hesitant about purchasing items in the secondary market.

About the Supreme Aphex Twin Windowlicker Tee “Black”

The Supreme Aphex Twin Windowlicker Tee “Black” debuted during Supreme’s 25SS Week 1 collection. The T-shirt features artwork from the 1999 single “Windowlicker” by Aphex Twin, the British electronic music artist renowned as a “techno genius.” The design delivers exceptional visual impact with its distinctive artwork.

The collaboration extended into Week 2 with additional Aphex Twin items, including T-shirts featuring artwork from the album “Ambient Works”.

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Authentication Point: Name Tag

The name tag serves as the first authentication checkpoint. Significant differences exist in font characteristics between authentic and counterfeit items. The letters “S,” “p,” and “e” in “Supreme” display distinctly different shapes between real and fake versions.

Authentication Point: Print Quality (Aphex Twin Artwork)

The front print color quality provides another crucial authentication marker. Counterfeit items typically exhibit overall lighter coloring compared to authentic pieces.

Microscopic examination reveals differences in ink composition. Fake items utilize excessive white ink, resulting in an overall lighter appearance. This technical analysis demonstrates the sophisticated methods required for proper authentication.

Authentication Point: Brand Logo Print

The box logo portion of the print offers additional verification points. Authentic items display clear, sharp text outlines, while counterfeit versions appear blurred and indistinct.

Microscopic analysis of the text ink reveals further disparities. Authentic Supreme logos use only white ink for the “Supreme” text, whereas counterfeit versions inappropriately mix yellow and black inks. Similarly, the red background sections in fake items contain contamination from other ink colors.

Conclusion

The authentication points outlined in this guide represent only a fraction of the comprehensive verification process employed by SNKRDUNK. Counterfeit manufacturing techniques continue to advance rapidly, making it increasingly difficult for non-experts to identify fake items through independent assessment.

Professional authentication services utilizing highly precise verification methods provide the most reliable approach for secondary market purchases. While this article focused specifically on the Supreme Aphex Twin Windowlicker Tee “Black”, similar authentication guides for other models will be introduced to support informed buying and selling decisions.

The secondary market for Supreme collaborations, particularly those featuring iconic artists like Aphex Twin, requires careful authentication due to the high value and desirability of these items. Professional verification services remain essential for ensuring authentic purchases in this market segment.

What is SNKRDUNK Lab?

At SNKRDUNK Lab, we’re dedicated to combating the social and economic issues caused by counterfeit goods. We’re doing this by improving our authentication technology and raising public awareness about fakes.

By strengthening our partnerships with local and global experts and research institutions, we’re combining technology, data, and human expertise to set the new standard for authentication.

Our Main Activities

Investigating and Researching Counterfeit Goods
SNKRDUNK currently maintains an authentication accuracy rate of 99.97%. We will continue to conduct research and investigations, utilizing Japan’s largest database of counterfeit products to stay ahead of the curve.

Improving Our Authentication Technology
By introducing and researching various tools, including X-ray, infrared, and microscopes, we are enhancing our technology to ensure we can authenticate every single item.

Communicating for Public Awareness
We will regularly publish market reports based on our partnerships with external organizations and experts, as well as on insights and research findings gathered from the field.

Read more about SNKRDUNK Lab here.

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