10 tips to distinguish real and fake designer handbags

1. Pay attention to the material

Most of the branded bags today are made from imported animal skins such as calf, python, ostrich, crocodile… at expensive prices.

Some brands also use PVC-coated canvas to increase the durability and elasticity of the bag, while also being waterproof.

When touching real leather, you will feel soft and dry, while most fake leather will feel greasy and slightly sticky.

2. "Examine" every small detail

Designer bags must go through many inspection stages before leaving the factory.When they reach consumers, they must be the most perfect products, with sharp seams, no excess threads or even the smallest errors.

This meticulousness and sophistication is shown in every stitch on each product. Because according to experts, just one bad stitch will leave a permanent hole in the bag.

Not only that, many master craftsmen also sit and count the number of stitches on each bag. If there is even one extra or missing stitch, the bag will be destroyed and required to be remade.Therefore, if you find any extra threads in any part of the bag - that will be a sign to question the "genuineness" of the product.

3.Pay attention to the clasp, strap, and zipper.

Genuine bags are always perfect down to the smallest detail, so why don't you check the metal hooks, buttons, zippers, and locks of the bag?

Famous brands are always subtle in revealing to users which products are genuine.

For example, every Hermes bag always has a label on the front of the bag "Hermes Paris Made in France" and a hidden label on the back of the lock and belt - revealing the year of manufacture and materials used.

4. Serial number

Serial number is one of the most important signs to identify genuine and fake goods.

In some brands, the label and serial number of the bag are preserved in a very special way, cannot be removed or damaged easily. Meanwhile, in counterfeit products, this label is not paid much attention, sometimes attached to any corner of the bag.

5. Brand name

Sometimes you are so focused on checking the details that you forget an important thing to identify genuine products, which is the name of the product brand.

Remember, the brand name on genuine bags, the font, color are always sharp, straight, the distance and position of the stitches and the brand name are always in absolute harmony.

Meanwhile, fake bags often print the brand name of the bag in different fonts, often not sharp, sometimes broken and even have spelling mistakes.For example, instead of Cartier, it becomes Carter, or Louis Vuitton becomes Louis Vutton...

6. Code on label

A genuine bag usually has a serial number and production code printed on the accompanying label. For example, Gucci's code is 1234567890. In addition, genuine bags must come with a bag cover, certificate card and warranty card to ensure the rights of the buyer.

7.Details on the lining of the bag

Each brand has its own distinct characteristics. Therefore, before you want to buy any item, you should try to research the specific attributes or your needs to be able to choose the product and brand as you wish.

A small suggestion for you is that branded products often choose a thick, water-resistant lining. The color of the lining is often designed to harmonize with the outside color of the bag.

If you notice an unusual shine or super smoothness in the lining, that's also a bad sign for you to question this designer bag!

8. Canning

Remember, an expensive designer handbag always comes with premium packaging, usually made of high-quality materials. And of course, they are also meticulously made, without any defects.

Genuine bags often come with a cover, certificate card, and warranty card to ensure the rights of the buyer.

9. See origin

The best way to buy a genuine bag is to buy directly from genuine stores or authorized dealers (usually with specific information about the address on the brand's website).

If buying onlineChoose a reputable seller. On many shopping forums today, there are many sellers of branded goods with advertisements ranging from authentic to fake 1, fake 2, fake 3. The best way is to go to the place to see the goods and carefully check the labels about the origin of the product.

Normally, only mid-range brands have Made in China or Made in Cambodia as their source; while high-end brands do not manufacture in any third country. For example, LV products will be Made in France and Gucci is Made in Italy... Add solid knowledge about luxury brands to make your shopping more effective.

10. Check the price

Don't be fooled by the sweet words of the seller. Before buying, check the price on the official website.

Many people nowadays use the "buying discounted goods" trick to explain why the bag is so cheap. However, high-end fashion brands like LV, Hermes... never discount or sell off. Besides, you also have to know the price of the product to know if you are being cheated or not.