How to Spot a Fake Coach Handbag
By gamasutra
Coach manufacturers numerous lines of beautiful, inspired purses for both casual and business settings.They have slowly become everyone's favorite because they are relatively inexpensive compared to other luxury brands such as LV, Chanel etc. For this reason, you would think that no one would bother to make fake Coach purses. But, where there is any chance to make a quick buck, people will try to cash in on the hottest products. Once you have owned an authentic Coach purse you will not wish to settle for anything less. Read the two guides below and know the differences between a real and a knockoff bag so that you will not be tricked into buying one of the many fakes floating around in the market.
The first thing I do when buying a Coach bag is to check the inside for a label tag which contains a specific serial number. Fake handbags may also have this serial number, so that in itself is not a guarantee of authenticity. In many cases, even the best trained eyes can not tell the difference between a knockoff and the real thing. Your best bet then is to purchase Coach merchandise from an authorized dealer!
How to Identify Fake Coach Handbags... Coach or Replica?
- eBay Guide - How to spot a fake COACH bag
Fake COACH bags are a little difficult to spot, but here are some useful tips based on my personal experiences and observations. - How to NOT Buy Fake Coach Handbags
Comparison List, use these marks & signs to determine if the Coach item you purchased is authentic, or if you got duped;
Coach Madison Collection
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NWT~COACH Madison GRAPHIC OP Art FASHION SWINGPACK 46667 CUTE LITTLE BAG!!
Current Bid: $114.95
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Coach Madison Leather Sophia Satchel (18609)
Current Bid: $150.00
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NWT_Coach Madison Op Art Sateen Top Handle Pouch ~ 46854
Current Bid: $109.95
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Coach Poppy Collection
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COACH POPPY STRAW FLOWER TOTE HANDBAG 16706
Current Bid: $199.99
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NWT COACH Poppy Sand Leather Pushlock NS Tote Handbag - 17924
Current Bid: $112.01
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Authentic Signature Coach Poppy Black with Metalic Silver Leather Handbag
Current Bid: $26.00
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See results without votingHow to Choose the Right Bag for You
Choosing the right bag to suits your needs does not need to be hard. Here are a few tips you should keep in mind before your next shopping expedition.
1) Function What do you typically carry in your purse? Since I like to carry everything with me when I go out, I tend to opt for larger bags with lots of pockets. Make sure the bag you pick is large enough to fit all the stuff you plan to carry.
2) Color Your bag and shoes should go with your outfit. If you,re a girl who likes to wear colorful clothes, then you should consider a bag with a solid color to keep the focus on your outfit. If however, you are wearing a classic white or black outfit, then you should consider a colourful bag to brighten things up.
3) Size The size of a bag should be proportional to your figure. A tall woman should avoid a little hand-held bag, whereas a petite woman should really stick to handbags that are somewhat smaller.
4) Strap Length A bag will accentuate whatever part of the body it hits. As a rule of thumb, I try to keep my bag around my waist, that way eyes will be drawn to the bag and the smallest part of my body.
5) Shape It usually works out in your favor if you choose a bag that is the opposite of your body type. For instance, if you have a rounder figure, then choose a bag that is long and sleek, maybe a clutch.
6) Work or Play It is okay to have several bags for different occasions: one for the weekend, one for work, one for travelling. Don't be stuck with the idea that all you need is one really expensive bag that you can carry everywhere.
Fashion Tips
What's in my Purse? And a quick tip
Coach News
- Coach Designs Wallets Made Of Vintage Baseball Gloves - PSFK
PSFK Coach Designs Wallets Made Of Vintage Baseball Gloves PSFK It wasn't until Miles Cahn came along in the early 1950s that Coach started making women's handbags. Cahn was the owner of a leather handbag manufacturing business– and a big baseball fan. He drew inspiration for his handbags from the leather used in ... - 25 hours ago
- Deluxemoda.com Celebrates Fine Craftsmanship of Latest Hermes Collection - MarketWatch (press release)
Deluxemoda.com Celebrates Fine Craftsmanship of Latest Hermes Collection MarketWatch (press release) NEW YORK, May 15, 2012 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Handbag designer Hermes is hosting "Leather Forever" until May 27 in London. Visitors can actually see the craftsmanship of the bags unfold before their very own eyes. Deluxemoda.com, a popular online ... and more » - 4 days ago
Comments
The newly released Op Arts are my favorite.
I brought some coach purses from a flea market in Memphis,TN are they real coach purses. they have serial number in them. how can I tell if they are real or not.
The merchandise at the flea market's in Memphis are definately FAKE--some are really good replica's but none are real--a real coach is going to run $200-$400 not $30--even on sale or discontinued you wont get a bag under $80 if its real. Any flea markets in Memphis selling "designer" goods are fake--end of story
I bought a small coach wallet at an estate sale, I think its real but not sure, Its the gray C pattern ,has a ykk zipper in silver hardware, this is small and measures 4.5 across about 3 inches top to bottom, this is accented with white leather,has COACH LEATHERWARE EST. 1941 on the outside,.it was made in china the interior has coach written 4 or 5 times in it , with the leathers enclosed in a square its brown inside. The leather is beginning to wear a little, If anyone has any information I would appreciate it, Thanks
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Coach Purses 3 years ago
Great hub about Coach purses!!