My friend, have you ever ventured into the wonderful world of luxury handbag purchases? Well, let me tell you, I have and it hasn’t always been a picnic. I remember my first fake Coach bag: I was so excited to land it at about half the normal price. I felt like I had won the lottery, until I received it in the mail. Yikes! It was glaringly obvious that this was no authentic designer bag.
Sure, the design was on point and the material felt great. The problem was that the logo was blurry and the stitching was uneven. Needless to say, I was taken in by the fake bag’s crafty sales copy. And now I was stuck with a piece of junk that I had paid almost too much for.
I knew I needed to figure out a way to spot a fake Coach bag if I ever wanted to take a chance on these designer deals again. So, I did some research and I’m pleased to share what I’ve learned.
First thing’s first. The logo is the ultimate giveaway. A real Coach bag will have an intricate, detailed logo on it. Whether it’s embossed, debossed, or printed, each letter should be crystal clear and perfectly spaced. If you can’t make out the letters, you’ve likely got a fake.
Second, pay attention to the zippers and buckles. Any hardware affixed to your bag should be made from solid brass or steel. If you’re looking at a bag and those buckles look cheap and flimsy, you should think twice about it.
Third, don’t rely too much on the tags. An authentic Coach bag will come with an interior and exterior tag. The details on the tags should match the details of the bag and look like they were printed by a professional. Fake tags tend to be fuzzy and off center.
Fourth, the material of the bag itself is key. A real Coach bag will feel substantial and have an even texture throughout the entire fabric. Anything that feels plastic-y, thin or cheap is a big sign of a fake.
fifth, pay attention to the bag’s shape. This is a really tough one, because any experienced counterfeiter can get it right. If you’re suspicious about the bag, compare it carefully to photos of the actual design. That usually does the trick.
Sixth, check the lining of the bag. Genuine Coach will feature a few quality details. Look for a heat-stamped logo, a pocket or two, and the bag’s style and color number. If the lining looks plain or just feels wrong, then that bag is probably fake.
And lastly, examine the stitching. Authentic Coach bags will have perfectly straight lines with no loose threads or sloppy edges. If the stitching and trim looks haphazard, then that’s another sure sign of a fake.
It’s important to do all of these checks in person if you can. That way, you can get a better feel for the construction and truly inspect the bag. If you’re buying online, make sure the seller offers a returns policy or money-back guarantee. That way, if the bag turns out to be a fake, you can get your money back.
What’s more, you should stick to shopping with reliable resellers like consignment stores and luxury outlets. They’ll usually provide some sort of authentication to guarantee that what you get is real.
Now that you know how to spot a fake Coach bag, you can shop around with more confidence. It’s always a good idea to do some research beforehand, but at least you’ll know to look out for common signs of a fake. Go ahead and treat yourself to your heart’s desire knowing you’re getting the real deal.