Hey [Name],
It seems everywhere we look there are counterfeit YSL bags. And if that weren’t bad enough, these fake bags look so convincing that it can be near-impossible to tell the difference between real and fake. Like anything else, when it comes to price, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. I mean, who would be giving away real YSL bags at 50% off?!
So, with that being said, here are my top tips to make sure you’re not tricked into buying a fake:
1. Pay attention to detail and scrutinize the quality. Fake bags usually have sloppy stitching, rough finishing, discolored leather and unaligned parts. An authentic YSL bag is made from high-quality leathers, with top stitching, smooth finishing, and all components well-aligned.
2. Check the hardware. YSL bags come with distinctive silver and gold hardware detailing with a hallmarked logo embossed in the metal. The hardware on a fake bag tends to be of inferior quality and often does not have the marked logo.
3. Look for a well-packaged dust bag. One of the tell-tale signs of a fake YSL bag is a low quality, poorly made dust bag. Authentic bags come in designer dust bags, complete with a security tab.
4. Check the design. Fake bags can have incorrect logos, misspellings, missing elements, wrong bags sizes, and other design elements, so be sure to do your homework and know what to look out for.
5. Beware of sellers on third-party sites. Sadly, fake bags are rife on sites like eBay and Amazon, simply because the sellers can hide behind anonymity. The best way to guarantee authenticity is to buy from an authorized retailer such as Farfetch, Selfridges, Harrods or Mytheresa.
Knowing how to spot fake YSL bags is essential if you’re planning on investing in a designer item. While shopping online can present certain risks, if you take into consideration these easy tips, you’ll have no problem snagging the real deal. Who knows, even at the luxury stores, you may be able to find a good bargain!
One way to ensure that what you are buying is a real YSL bag is to look for they YSL hang tag. The tag is attached to the handle and is only used on authentic styles. YSL hang tags will have a metal barrel at the top and a black leather loop at the bottom of the tag.
It’s essential to pay close attention to the details of the bag. Look at the font used for the YSL logo and check that it’s consistent throughout the bag. An authentic bag will have well aligned stitching and the smooth leather won’t have any inconsistencies or scuff marks.
Apart from looking at the quality of the bag, if you’re going to buy online make sure to always check the return policy for the store you are buying from. Flag any retailers who don’t offer returns or won’t put money back into your account if the purchase turns out to be a fake.
Also, always ask for a receipt and make sure it’s a valid receipt from one of the authorised retailers. Fake receipts are designed to look like the real thing but with close inspection, you’ll be able to spot any irregularities.
The authenticity card, which should come with each YSL bag, is another great way to spot a fake. Authenticity cards are one of a kind for each bag and feature an embossed logo, the name of the designs, YSL stamp, and genuine barcode. If the card seems sketchy, it’s likely that the bag is too good to be true.
As a final precaution, you can scan the barcode on the authenticity card online to ensure its validity. It just takes a few seconds and it’s well worth the effort when you consider how much money you could save.
That’s my two cents as to how to spot a fake YSL bag – I sure don’t want to be fooled! So, try and stay vigilant when availing yourself of these designer must-haves, and you’ll be all set to own a bag that will showcase the real you.