It’s probably hard to believe, but people actually make fake bags to put up for sale. This includes designer labels such as Louis Vuitton, Prada, and Gucci. The sad thing is, it doesn’t take long to spot a fake from the real thing. For example, I once bought a Balenciaga bag that I thought was real because it looked so much like the real one. But then, when I got it home and took a better look I realized it was fake.
There are several ways that one can tell a counterfeit from the real deal. First off, the stitching should be perfect and there shouldn’t be loose threads so if the bag has these issues, it’s probably fake. Secondly, the material of the bag should be authentic. So, if the bag feels a bit too soft or a bit too hard compared to the real one, then it’s likely a counterfeit. Lastly, the lettering should be perfect so if the letters are sloppily done, that usually means it’s a fake.
It’s really a shame that some people make fake bags just to take advantage of people looking to cop a nice bag. In most cases, they’re selling a counterfeit for the same price as the real one, or even more. This not only costs the consumers money, but it also negatively affects the company who’s the victim of the copycat.
These scammers can really be quite crafty when it comes to trying to pass off a fake bag as real. They’ll create intricate packaging with the branding and logos to fool people and thinking they are buying something of real value. They’ll also try to get it into the hands of unsuspecting people, so that they can take their hard earned money without them knowing.
However, there are a few ways to make sure that you don’t get scammed. One is to only by designer bags from a trusted retailer and stay away from buying from unknown stores or online markets such as eBay. And if you are buying online, do your homework first and check the reviews. Also, you should check to see if the store has an approved authentic program, which means that the items they sell have been verified authentic.
What really makes me disappointed is seeing people selling fake bags to benefit themselves, instead of doing something more productive. A lot of times, these sorts of people are too lazy to make an honest living, so they resort to selling counterfeits instead of just working for an honest wage. It’s kind of a symbiotic relationship too, because if not for these fake bags, people would not have any incentive to purchase the real bag.
Another thing that really gets on my nerves is how people selling fake bags often don’t care about the quality of what they’re selling. This is probably because they know it’s fake, so they don’t have to take any time to make sure they’re making a top-grade product. The materials can be shoddy, the colors could be off, and the design won’t be nearly up to par with the real product.
When all is said and done, it’s important to remember that buying a fake bag is like paying for something that’s not real. You won’t get the same quality as you would with the authentic version. In other words, if the price is too good to be true, then it probably is. So, the next time you are out shopping for a bag, make sure you double check if it’s real or if someone is trying to scam you.