Being a fashionista, I have long understood the importance of owning designer accessories and the impact that it has on my overall look. When I first started shopping, one of my recurring issues was being able to tell fake Prada bags from the real ones. Seeing as Prada, as a brand, is known to be extremely exclusive and sophisticated, I had to learn how to identify their bags in order to avoid making a costly mistake.
To begin with, I always start by looking for the right logo because that is the first telltale sign. The Prada logo consists of two classic “P”s that face each other in opposite directions, on top of two parallel wrinkles. It should be seen printed firmly in the center of the bag, and never as a sticker.
Afterward, the hardware of the bag is important. Prada bags are usually made of good quality brass, chrome, silver, or gold with their unique logo engraved and painted. Moreover, when it comes to the quality of the leather, you want it to look and feel soft with a consistency throughout, that’s something always brand’s like Prada get right.
The craftsmanship of the bag is something I always focus on. From the stitches to the lining, the whole process of the bags’ creation conveys the expertise of the craftsmen behind it, and you can always tell real Prada bags apart just by looking. Aside from that, there is no issue of bumpy edges or inaccurate lengths with real handbags.
Finally, I also inspect the pattern of the missiles. Prada bags are usually made with a signature “Vela” pattern of two center lines staring at each other. That’s why, while examining the bag, I specifically look out for any variations in it, which could be a sign of a faulty bag.
Overall, in order to cleverly buy quality Prada bags, I make it a point to go through all the aforementioned indications so I confirm the authenticity of the bag. I remember the time when I was fed up with all the misleading sellers trying to pass off fake bags as the real deal, but now I feel much more comfortable when it comes to confirming the genuineness of them.
To further elaborate on this topic, the colors of Prada bags should also be looked into in order to certify its originality. For instance, fake Prada bags usually come in colors which are more on the brighter side, however, real Prada bags are mostly sold in darker shades.
Another thing to keep in mind is the smell. Quality Prada bags usually smell of some sort of pleasant aroma of leather, and if it doesn’t smell like it, it’s probably a knock-off. Lastly, I have also been informed that the best way of verifying an original Prada bag is to look for its label on the interior of the bag.
I find that with a careful eye and few criteria, it is not that hard to distinguish between the originals and the fakes. Even though one wrong decision is enough to make me regret, I still enjoy the process of verification as it makes me feel proud and sophisticated when I get it right!