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A handbag is something that you should invest in, since you'll be using it frequently. Designer bags are made of high-quality materials that make them last for a very long time.[1] If you want to buy a real designer bag, the ability to spot fakes and knockoffs is a helpful skill! Luckily, there are some easily identifiable characteristics that you can look for when you're shopping. A real designer bag will have high-quality leather, clasps, and zippers, an accurate logo, and usually has an authenticity tag. Avoid street vendors and go to a name-brand store to make sure you're buying the real thing!

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    Look closely at the stitching to see if it is sloppy. Sloppy, slanted, and uneven stitching is a sign of a poorly-made, fake bag. Designer bags will always have quality stitching because it is part of the designer's reputation to produce a quality item.[2]

    • Make sure to check the stitching on the inside of the bag too. Some fakes hide their sloppy work in the lining of the bag.[3]
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    Inspect the quality of the leather and the lining. If it's a leather bag, it should smell like leather. It should also be pretty heavy. A very light and flimsy bag is probably fake. A real designer bag will be lined, and often with leather.[4]

    • If the bag is lined with a cheap material, or poorly stitched, it's probably fake.

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    Check the functionality and quality of the zipper. The zippers should zip very smoothly, and feel heavy and high-quality. If the zipper pull falls off quickly, the bag's probably fake.[5]

    • Usually the underside of the zipper pull will have a logo. Many handbag manufacturers use the same high quality zipper manufacturer on all of their bags.
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    Examine the bag for brand tags, authenticity labels, and serial numbers. Most designer bags will have an inside tag with a brand name and a serial number on it. The inside tags should be hand-stitched or stamped into the leather. Many designers also include authenticity labels on the outside of the bag.[6]

    • Some fake bags may have authenticity tags, but the text will be in a different font and size than the original.[7]
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    Check to see if the bag's logo looks exactly the same as the designer's logo. The fake manufacturers might spell the name slightly differently, such as Carter instead of Cartier. Or they might have different letters in the bag charm. This could mean you're buying a legal knock-off. If you want to buy a knock-off that's okay, but make sure you're not paying too much for it![8]

    • For example, fake Michael Kors bags often feature an "M" charm instead of "MK" hanging from the handle. Fake Yves Saint Laurent bags often have an "SL" charm instead of "YSL."
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    Make sure the color and finish of the hardware is metal and consistent. Clasps, buckles, and other hardware on designer backs should all be made of the same metal and have the same color and finish (except for Chloé bags). The hardware should feel heavy, smooth, and high-quality.[9]

    • Real designer bags have metal hardware, and fake designer bags will have plastic ones. If the material doesn't get cold in cold temperatures, or hot to the touch in the heat, it's plastic, not metal.[10]
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    Compare the bag to a picture of the same bag on the designer's website. Look up a picture of a genuine designer bag on the designer's website and compare it to the bag you're inspecting. Look for slight variations in color and design.[11]

    • If you've already purchased the bag and are trying to determine if it's fake, you can bring it into a designer store and compare it to the ones on display.
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    Go to a brand-name store for designer bags. Luxury department stores are always going to sell genuine items since they have a reputation to uphold.[12] The staff should be knowledgeable when you question them about the pedigree and quality of the bag.[13] And while the bags in these stores may be expensive, you're paying for lifelong quality.

    • Ask trusted fashionistas you know where they purchase their designer bags from. They'll know about the good stores.
    • Ask if there are any certificates of authenticity accompanying the bag.
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    Avoid flea markets and street vendors. Designer labels don't authorize street vendors to sell designer bags on the street, so those bags are all knock-offs and fakes. It would be a rare find for somebody to sell their old designer bag at a flea market. They're far more likely to be selling a fake.

    • Know all you can about designer bags if you're purchasing from estate sales, thrift stores, or online auction sites.
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    Be realistic about the price of a real designer bag. Designer bags cost a lot of money because they are well-crafted and they're status symbols. If the price is too good to be true, then the bag's a fake. If you want to buy a legal knock-off, don't pay too much for it.[14]

    • Ask the vendor if the bag is real, a copy, or a fake. Sellers who avoid answering questions have something to hide.[15]
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    Get a refund if you bought the bag on eBay. If you find that you've purchased a fake designer bag online or from an unofficial vendor, there's unfortunately not a lot you can do about it. The only exception is if you bought the bag on eBay. Ask for a refund from the seller first, and if the seller doesn't respond, file a claim with eBay. eBay will respond within 48 hours and give you a full refund.[16]

    • eBay has a strict policy against selling counterfeit merchandise.
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    Is it true that real bags don't have plastic packing around the handles?

    Community Answer

    Yes, designer bags almost never have this kind of wrapping around them. There may be an exception for bags ordered online, but the plastic still shouldn't show up in the photographs.

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    Do outlet stores ever sell fake designer bags?

    Community Answer

    No, outlet stores that are officially connected with a brand will not sell fake items.

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    Does a real Michael Kors handbag have his whole name printed in various places on the inside and outside?

    Community Answer

    The label should either say "MICHAEL Michael Kors" or just "Michael Kors," and most genuine designs have the MK logo on a hanging metal tag. The interior and exterior more commonly feature the MK logo as part of a repeated pattern, not the full name.

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    How do I tell if I have a genuine DKNY?

    Community Answer

    Look for a serial number or tag that could indicate who manufactured the item. If there isn't a tag, then you have no way of truly knowing whether or not your bag is genuine.

  • Question

    Will a Michael Kors purse begin to fray on the handle from daily wear and tear?

    Community Answer

    Yes. Any purse can fray from wear and tear.

  • Question

    If a Christian LaCroix bag says it's made in China, is it a fake?

    Community Answer

    Some bags are, indeed, made in China. That alone will not tell you if your bag is real or not.

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    Will a real MK or LV have a basic white price tag attached with the clear plastic piece like other items sold in regular stores?

    Community Answer

    It depends; however, this will not make a difference in its authenticity. Having the bag checked by a professional is best. If there is no time for that, a few good ways to check are: Is it well made to you? Fakes often will have small cheap zippers without the name brand engraved in them, and the hardware should feel solid and not glued to the product. They are generally attached in between the inside material and the outside material of the bag. Also, most high-end bags and wallets will be sold with the tag and all zippers individually wrapped in paper or foam, and product care cards should generally be present as well.

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    Do Brighton purses ever have a fabric lining with the name on the lining?

    Community Answer

    No, this is not a usual or standard feature of Brighton purses. However, it is a good idea to contact them if you're in doubt, in case they issued a special edition.

  • Question

    If a designer bag has a letter printed upside down in the leather, can it still be authentic?

    Community Answer

    It depends on whether or not the pattern continues like that. If it does, and the patterns match evenly all the way, then it's real. However, if just one letter is upside down or the pattern stops matching and goes crooked, then it's possibly fake.

  • Question

    How do I know if my purse is designer?

    Community Answer

    If your purse is from a top fashion label such as Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Saint Laurent or other such manufacturer, then it's designer (if it's authentic).

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  • If you can avoid it, don't buy your "designer" bags off the street.

  • You can take your bag to the store and compare it with designer bags to see if your bag is indeed a fake.

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  • If you're planning on selling bags, be aware of the legal implications. It's fine to sell knock-offs if you clearly say they're knock-offs, but it's illegal to sell fake bags claiming to be the real thing.

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If you have your eye on a designer bag but aren't sure if it's genuine, you'll need to keep an eye out for details like poor craftsmanship or differences in design. Inspect your bag for signs of poor quality, such as sloppy stitching or flimsy, artificial materials. You might also notice that the zipper breaks easily or doesn't work smoothly. In addition to looking at the quality of the bag, check for tell-tale design details, like minor differences between the bag's logo and the official designer logo. Real designer bags often have authenticity labels or tags with serial numbers stitched or stamped into them, so look for those as well. You can also check for design differences by comparing the bag to a picture of the same model on the designer's website. Read on for more advice, including how to buy a designer bag from a reputable dealer!

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