How can I tell if my Gucci purse is real?? (besides the price?)?

Answer 1

it should've came with paperwork and should have serial # inside, all my coach purses come like that, so I would assume Gucci is similar since its more of a higher- end brand name

Answer 2

Just remember a simple point. If the handbag is a valuable one the handbag will literally stand up on its own. This is because authentic bags use high class leather, which is so good, that it is strong enough to stand up on its own weight. Besides, the handles wont ever collapse. Knockout handbags have a tendency to collapse under their own weight!!

Always buy from a real seller or designer outlets. Never buy on-line or at sales. This will ensure the authenticity of the handbag. The only definite way to know your handbag is legitimate is to buy directly from designer stores or stores long established in selling designer ranges

Check the handbag for digits: Most authentic handbags have either a control card or control number on the inside, as well as a certificate of authenticity. The number on the tag or control card should match the number printed on the lining. If you can, register your handbag.

Quality matters, so feel the bag. authentic bags will have soft leather or suede. Knock offs tend to feel more like plastic. Weight makes a difference. Real leather is heavier.

Small details make the difference. The lining and stitching can help to differentiate a fake handbag from a legitimate one. The knockout bags may have thread hanging or may be frayed in the corner. genuine handbags are also often lined with fabric with the brands specific logo or monogram on it.

On a knockout handbag the stitching may not be completely straight, or may be a different color. Even the color of the outside of the bag may be a little off. genuine handbags wont have imperfections in the straps. Zippers will match the skin color well and the designer run of bags may only truly come in a very small range of colors.

Very slick and over shiny highly processed leather is often an indication of a fake. Poor uneven stitching is a sure dead give away of a fake.

Check the logo. Pay particular care to the pattern of printed monogram styles. There may be simple spelling mistakes, although the patterns may be the same Well-designed bags with logo fabrics never run the lettering into the seam lines.

The hardware is significant. On knock-offs, the hardware tends to be oversized. Always check the placement of the hand bag and the distressing on bags. The trademark nameplate may be huge on a knock-off. many authentic designs also have details such as a logo or letter on the zippers and clasps.

You can also keep in mind that designers tend to be repetitive. Each style handbag will have an exactly same pattern that is followed. Nothing will vary. The patterns, the logo all will follow the same line, stitches. There is never anything haphazard about true designer bags. The same number of stitches is used and each stitch is the same size!

In authentic handbags zippers will glide smoothly, hardware is weighty; everything is exact and is of the highest quality. There will be no fly tabs to the zips.

Answer 3

I would call a Gucci outlet store. They can usually tell if there is a Serial Number on the inside of the purse.

Answer 4

If you didn't buy it online or at department store counter (like Macy's or something) then it's most likely not real. It also depends on how much you paid. If you paid less than 100 then it's most likely fake. Also if the handle is thin and "weightless" it's most likely fake. Really Gucci have a thicker, sturdier strap. Also if the metal turns colors then it's fake. O yeah and just because it has a tag label on the inside it doesn't mean it's real even the fakes have those. Most people are fooled by that, they think if it has that then it must ne real. O yeah and don't be fooled by the bag it comes in (if it cam with one) and the paperwork inside even the fakes have those sometimes.

Answer 5

Hi i'm Italian living in Milano ,i have many Gucci's bags and i know you can buy them only in the Gucci's shops or brand names shops ad Neiman Marcus, Saks or similar. Avoid offers ,sales etc are only fakes!

Answer 6

weight of the purse.
smoothness of material
stitching straight
zipper works smoothly
leather handles
soft vinyl ( if it is one of the gucci logo bags)
hardware stamped with gucci name
there should be a tag inside with serial numbers.
you can always take the bag to a gucci store for verification.
( which 2 stupid people gave thumbs down on my advice?)

Answer 7

It's not trust me. Alll these dumb kids with fake purses. If you bought it from a push cart on the street it's fake. If you bought it from nordstrom it could be real. Fake purses are weak.

Answer 8

go to knowknocknockoffs.com
its a great website that gives you tips on how to tell if your designer bag is real or fake.

Answer 9

Where did you buy it? Was it in an overpriced store or was it off the back of a truck in a downtown alley? The location is a great clue.

Answer 10

The tag on the inside