Hey Friend!
How to tell if a Hermes bag is fake? It’s a question I get asked a lot and one that takes a keen eye to spot a counterfeit correctly. Fake handbags are everywhere and getting good at spotting them ensures you’re not fooled when shopping around. Here’s a few tips I’ve found to help tell if that gorgeous Hermes bag is authentic!
First off, just get up close to the bag. Is the stitching even? It should be neat, the same length and no skipped areas or extra lines. That’s already a good indicator- if it’s wobbly or sloppy the bag isn’t genuine. Genuine Herme bags also have a symmetrical design look at the way the straps are attached or the length of pockets. Fake handbags will often be lopsided or off-balanced.
Next, check the hardware of the bag, is it heavy and solid or light and thin? Hermes only uses quality materials and anything that looks ‘cheap’ is a big giveaway. Pay attention to the font too, a real Hermes bag will have lettering that is neat and uniform, if it’s too thick or too thin the bag is fake.
Now the leather. Hold the bag in your hands and see if it creases easily, Hermes leather is known to be soft and supple. Fake bags will be stiff and rigid to the touch. Hermes use the very best leather and it’s a great indicator of its authenticity- if the leather doesn’t feel as advertised, then it’s likely a fake.
And finally, examine the authenticity card. A real Hermes bag will come with an authenticity card that’s well-made and sturdy. Fake authenticty cards will often look cheap and hastily printed.
So, there you have it friend! That’s a few of the key things you should always look out for when shopping around for a Hermes. It can be hard to tell the real from the fake so just take your time and make sure you’re confident in your purchase.
The Next thing to consider when buying a bag is it’s age. If you’re buying a new bag, Hermes bags will always have a certain type of dustbag that is accompanied by a credit card-sized booklet. The booklet contains the bag’s authenticity number and this is something that Hermes now includes with all bags.
When shopping for a vintage bag, always double check that the authenticity number was issued during the year the bag was released. Also, look for the symbol of Hermès inside the bag, it should be either embossed or engraved on a leather tag inside the bag. It should also be the right font for that specific release year.
The next thing to check for is the label. Hermes does not have the company name stiched on the bags. This around 1978, Hermes decided to go with a simple and elegant design and went for the orange boxes and white labels. The white label should have the leather type, color and model name printed on it.
On the bottom of the bag, Hermes usually include the manufacturing year. This is usually printed on a white label that has a black code. For instance, “90WA” would mean the bag was made in 1990.
Look for the trademark Hermès lock. This is another way to tell if the bag is authentic. The lock should be smooth to the touch and have the word Hermes engraved into it. If the the word Hermes is misspelled, then it’s a fake.
Another indication of authenticity is the zipper. Hermes bags use high quality YKK zippers, and the zippers should not stick or jam when sliding them up and down.
Also, take into consideration the seller too. If they have a history of selling only fakes, consider going somewhere else to buy your bag.
Next, look at how much the bag is selling for. If it’s too cheap, it’s probably because it’s fake. Fake Hermes bags do not cost the same as original ones.
Finally, check the serial number. Authentic Hermes bags come with a serial number, and you can find this somewhere on the bag.
These are some of the things you should always keep in mind when shopping for a Hermes bag. If you keep these tips in mind, you’ll be sure to get a genuine bag that will last you a lifetime!