5 Tips for Spotting Fake Designer Bags – Glam Radar

There’s nothing worse than finding out your bag isn’t real and you’ve been conned after you’ve been wearing it for a few months. Before shopping for a designer bag, you have to know which one is real and which one is a fake especially if you’re buying it secondhand. So, keep on reading for our 5 tips that will help you avoid carelessly spending a lot of money on a handbag that isn’t what you thought it would be.

  1. Authentic designer bags have labels stitched on properly.

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One of the biggest giveaways of a fake handbag is the label. Authentic designer bags have labels stitched on properly. On the contrary, fake handbags will have labels that are hanging from the handle and not stitched on properly. Just look at the label on the bags and make sure the label isn’t spelled incorrectly and isn’t hanging on the bag. If the label is attached through a metal, be sure the coating doesn’t scratch or fade like fake bags do.

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Real designer bags have carefully constructed designs that are intricate to the point where the counterfeit can’t imitate it. So, look for stitching that looks inconsistent or sloppy in areas on the bag that are not visible like the inside pockets and underside of the bag. Also, take a good look at the design of the bag. If it looks too simple and cheap, then chances are it’s a fake.

  1. Pay close attention to these details and look for any flaws.

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The details such like the leather material, stamping, fabric, and metal make a high-end bag cost expensive. Also, most high-end designer bags come with a product booklet with specifics on the details and authenticity cards. Before buying a designer bag, look at the handles and make sure they have equal length and the logo should look authentic. More than that, simple things like zippers must be gliding smoothly and doesn’t clump.

  1. Look for any type of discoloration or lack of quality in the material used for the bag.

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Nowadays, fake bags are made of pretty good leather instead of PVC, but you can still tell it’s a fake one if the material feels stiff, or if you notice some type of discoloration. Also, keep in mind that authentic bags aren’t lined, while most fake designer bags are. Even though you might not be able to afford real designer bags, you don’t need to resort to knockoffs that fall apart after wearing it for a few months. Instead, go to department stores during clearance sales or browse through some reputable online stores to find high end designer bags that are reasonably priced.

  1. The real designer bag will have a good weight to it and smell like leather.

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Identifying a fake from a real bag is possible when you pick it up since fake bag will feel lighter, smell like a plastic, and look faded. On the other hand, the real designer bag will have a good weight to it and smell like leather. Also, the side pockets shouldn’t look like they were added on with some type of cheap material and the metal zipper will seem durable. By taking these things into consideration, you’ll be able to get designer bags worth your money.

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