I recently heard from a friend that Chanel double flap bags are being sold as fake! I was totally shocked. I couldn’t believe such a luxury, high-end brand was being counterfeited! I was angry and mad all at the same time—how could someone be so audacious and shameless to make a product that looks so similar!
I started doing some research on the matter, and it turns out that this is a really common issue. Not just with Chanel, but with luxury brands in general. Apparently, these counterfeiters can be difficult to detect because they have all the details down perfectly. You could almost mistake them for the real deal. I just find it so frustrating!
When I looked into it further, it made me so angry. It’s one thing for counterfeiters to make their own versions of designer products, but it’s another when they’re selling them at a much lower price! This means that people are being misled and scammed, and it’s not fair. It’s absolutely wrong. Plus, it takes away from the value of the original product, and that’s just not a nice thing to do.
At the same time, it also made me question the current dynamics and market of designer goods. If people are looking for luxury goods, but can’t afford them, then why don’t companies offer lower price points? Because it seems to me like the market right now is just so exclusive, and only the privileged or wealthy can really purchase these goods. Doesn’t it limit the audience?
I think it’s a double edged sword. On one hand, luxury items are so highly sought after and treasured, and counterfeiting ruins that. On the other hand, this could be seen as an opportunity for designer companies to fill a niche, and offer more attainable luxury items.
In terms of the Chanel double flap bags, it seems that there is a lot of competition out there. The counterfeiters have all of the details perfected and so it’s hard to distinguish between the real and the fake. That doesn’t mean it’s impossible to find the real, though.
When examining the bag, make sure to look at the stitching. If the stitching is imperfect or uneven, then it could be a sign that it’s not a genuine item. Also, make sure to check the texture of the leather since Chanel uses a very specific kind of material. If the leather doesn’t match that of a real Chanel bag, chances are, it’s a fake!
Next, you should take a look at the hardware. The hardware should say “CHANEL” engraved into it. If it doesn’t, that’s another sign that it is a counterfeit version. Also, you should also look for a serial number of some sort. Real Chanel items will usually have an eight or nine digit serial number stamped in gold. And if you have any doubts, you can send the bag off for authentication.
Lastly, one of the most important things to pay attention to is the price. If the price is too good to be true, it probably is. Luxury items like Chanel bags cost a lot of money, and if the price is too low, then there’s a good chance it’s a counterfeit item.
I know that when it comes to designer goods, it can be hard to tell the real from the fake. And it’s important to be very watchful when these items are being sold, as you want to make sure you’re getting an authentic item that’s worth your money. But with a few simple tips and tricks, you can find your way to a genuine Chanel double flap bag.