How To Spot A Fake Chanel Handbag ?
Chanel is one of the most recognized and sought after high-fashion lines of handbags in the world. It is also one of the most expensive. For that reason, it is a favorite target for manufacturers of fake merchandise. But there are ways to tell if the bag you have in front of you is authentic.
1. The Price
China is a significant manufacturer of phony and replica designer bags. They are on the market between $100-$300.
2.The Logo
Check the logo. The Chanel logo is comprised of two interlocking “C” letters that face away from each other. The top of the right-facing “C” should bisect the top of the left-facing “C.” Some vintage bags exist that have a reverse overlap located on the interior flap. This rule is for handbags only and does not necessarily apply to other items in the Chanel line.
3. The Serial Number
Locate the serial number. There must be a serial number placed somewhere within the bag’s interior. Prior to the late 1990s, the serial number was printed on a white sticker with the Chanel logo printed in gold across the background. From the late 1990s to the present, the serial number has been printed on a white sticker beneath 2 gold Chanel logos. The serial number is most often located inside the bag at the lower left corner or on the zipper pocket. The sticker should be covered with a rectangle of clear tape large enough to cover then entire sticker.
4. The Authenticity Card
Find the authenticity card. An authentic Chanel bag comes with one. This embossed card contains a serial number. If there’s no card, if the card is not embossed or if there is no serial number included in the text, the bag is likely a knock-off.
5. Be Matching
Examine both the serial number on the authenticity card and the serial number on the bag. They must match.
6. The hardware
Look closely at the hardware on the strap of the bag. The Chanel name or logo should be engraved on the strap’s hardware. If an engraving is missing, chances are the bag is a fake.
7. Smelling
Phony bags often smell like leather-treating chemicals and are often stiff. Real handbags have sweet leather that smells just like leather!
If you don’t know how to spot the fake, i think it is better you buy a high replica(AAA+++) with $100-$300 online. HOHOHO, that is a joke.