How to Spot Fake Designer Handbags

How do you spot those Fake Designer Handbags?

It's not always easy.

Maybe you’ve just spent a nice chunk of money on your new authentic designer handbag but now you are wondering whether it is the real deal or just a fake.

If you know that you are buying fake designer handbags and understand that you are paying a lower price because they are not authentic, then that is one thing.

BUT when you are tricked into believing you are buying 100% authentic handbags and realize later that they are not, then that is completely different.

Take a look at these tips on How to Spot Fake Designer Handbags and never be fooled again.

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And some of the fake designer purses are made from such cheap materials which is a dead give-away that they are fake.

Others are made to look exactly like a mirror image of the authentic bags.

They are made with such high quality materials and great attention to detail so you must look much closer to identify the flaws.

Helpful Tips on Spotting Fake Designer Handbags

The first thing you should look at is the stitching. If it is authentic, then you will see no loose or missing stitches.

The color of the thread should match the bag’s main color and they should be spaced evenly. It is common for fake designer handbags to have missing stitches or gaps in between the stitching.

2. Hardware-

All of the hardware should match in color and sheen throughout the bag. It should be free of scratches and discoloration.

The logo should be engraved and not printed or embossed. Most designers include plastic covers on the hardware and logos which are designed to be removed after purchase.

Usually designers such as Gucci, Fendi, Prada and Chanel have their logo engraved on the shoulder strap hardware as well. If the logo is merely printed on, then it is most likely a designer knockoff handbag.

3. Authenticity Card-

An authentic designer handbag will always include an authenticity card. However, most of the really good fake designer handbags will include these also and they look exactly like the true authenticity cards.

If your bag does NOT have an authenticity card, it is definitely a designer knockoff handbag.

4. Serial Number-

Authentic handbags will always have a serial number. Some manufacturers will have this number located on the inside pocket of the bag. Just turn the pocket inside out and you should see a serial number printed on the fabric.

Gucci has the serial number on the small leather tag on the zipper seam. Most fake designer purses will have no serial number.

5. Lining-

Most authentic bags have lining made of a shiny satin material. The lining should look nice and expensive as well with no loose threads or any type of discoloration.

Remember, you paid a small fortune for this bag so every detail must be perfect, even the lining. Many fake designer purses look spectacular on the outside but the lining is made of cheap cotton material that is loose fitting and contains no inside logo.

6. Overall Look-

Authentic designer handbags bags are so expensive because they are made to perfection and from the finest materials. If there are any flaws in the production of your bag, it may be a fake.

Every detail should be perfect. You should see no loose threads,no glue under the logo, no crooked or mispelled logos, or any kind of imperfection.

It is always best to know these guidelines on How To Spot Fake Designer Handbags BEFORE you make that purchase. But, if you have already purchased a bag and you’re still not sure, you can always take it to a department store or authorized dealer to match it up with what you know is authentic.

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