Can I use fake product designs in my professional graphic design portfolio?

Question by GraphicMinded: Can I use fake product designs in my professional graphic design portfolio?

In class our teacher had us design “products” for companies that really exist. These companies did not use these fictious products. I am now putting together my design portfolio and want to know if I can use these designs, or if it incorrectly implies that I’ve had these big compaines as clients.

Best answer:

Answer by ~???*?!Lil’ Red!?*???~
It really wouldnt be so professional, then, and if someone finds out they might be mad.

What do you think? Answer below!