I can’t believe it. I bought myself a genuine Kipling bag – the nicest one I had ever seen. I was so excited to have it and show it off to my friends. Little did I know that the excitement would turn into disappointment when someone pointed out that it was a fake.
At first, I felt betrayed, as I had no idea that it was a fake. Who had made me feel so foolish? I knew that I had to figure out how to tell the genuine from the fake, so I went online to do some research. After reading several articles, I realised that there are several tell-tale signs to help tell an authentic Kipling bag from a fake.
The material is a dead giveaway. The genuine Kipling bag is made from Nylon, while a fake one is made from polyester. The quality of the zip is also important. Genuine Kipling bags comes with card closure while a fake one tends to have a self-locking zip. The authenticity of the tag is also significant. The genuine one should have “Kipling”printed on the outside, while a fake one might have only a logo or no tag at all.
When it comes to the price, a genuine Kipling bag will usually be more expensive than a fake one. Also, keep an eye out for the colours of the fabric used. The genuine Kipling bag usually has bright and vibrant colours, whereas the fake one usually has dull colours.
The quality of the stitching is another way to spot a fake Kipling bag. The genuine one usually has very accurate and precise stitching while a fake one tends to be loose and poor quality. The catches, handles and buckles on the bag are also worth noting. Genuine Kipling bags have these features designed with brass, while a fake bag will often use cheap plastic or metal.
Finally, if you’re really not sure, you can always check the brand website to ensure that the bag is an original. There, you’ll find images of the different styles, colours and sizes available. You can also read customer reviews of the product to find out more. This is the best way to ensure that you’re getting an authentic Kipling bag.
Now that I know the difference, I’m much more wary when looking for a designer bag. Talking to friends who have been in the same situation also provides valuable information. It’s always helpful to learn from each other’s experiences so we don’t fall between the same traps.
It’s amazing how much I’ve learned in the process of researching the differences between a genuine and fake Kipling bag. From researching online to talking to my friends, it has been an enlightening experience for sure. I still haven’t got my hands on the most genuine one but it won’t be hard to find with the proper information and I’m looking forward to having a genuine one soon.
It’s easy to be taken advantage of but with the right resources and knowledge, you can avoid being duped into buying a fake bag. For example, I have recently started to double check the tag, fabric, colour and the stitching of a bag before buying it, as these are the tell-tale signs that can make or break my decision.
Another way to be sure is to look up designer bag blogs and reviews regarding different sellers. Often, people share real experiences which can be really helpful in preventing a person from getting scammed. Moreover, buying the bag online is much riskier because it can be hard to detect the fake item if it’s being received from another country.
The upside to all this is that I’m now more aware of the fake bags that are out there. It has forced me to really pay attention to the details so that I can make sure to buy from a trusted source. Although, I’m yet to find a store that can guarantee the authenticity of the products. I’ve been looking around for a while now but can’t seem to find one that I can trust. So far, my safest bet is to buy my Kipling bag from the official website or from an authorized retailer.
Finally, I think the most important thing for me is to question what I’m being sold. It’s not always possible to buy an authentic item from just one source, but being critical in our purchases is essential. On this note, I’m never going to take a seller’s word for it again. That’s the only way to make sure I get my dream Kipling bag.