It is becoming more and more difficult to distinguish authentic Gucci handbags from the forgeries, partially because of the fact that there are not as many distinguishing factors of authenticity. Fake Gucci purses and handbags are many times so good that one needs an authentic bag for comparison.
Protect yourself! It is easy to find discount Gucci bags that are actually authentic. Continue reading below for some general characteristics for comparison, and also some specific tactics that Gucci counterfeiters will use.
Telltale Signs of Counterfeit Gucci Bags
1) A sure sign (and one that's all-too-common) is an incorrect emblem on the front of the bag. Things to watch out for are incorrect font sizes and letter spacing, (both as they relate to each other and to the entire tag), misspelled words, and capitalization mistakes. They do happen!
2) On monogrammed bags, look at the G's. You're looking for overall shape and clarity. Fakes will sometimes have fatter G's that bleed out like old tattoos.
3) Look at the durability of the materials. Like most Italian handbags, Gucci uses only the highest quality leather, fabric, and hardware in their items. Any items with chipped, distressed, or flimsy-looking components are probably fake.
4) Look at the overall craftsmanship of the purse. Stitching should be tight, clean, and even.
5) Many fake bags will still contain the word "authentic" somewhere, but nearly ALL authentic ads will contain the word authentic. If "authentic" is missing, don't buy.
6) "Gucci Made in Italy" must be embossed in gold on some part of the handbag or strap. It could also say "Gucci Parfums."
7) The purse handles on some forgeries appear much thinner and longer than genuine Gucci handbags.
8) Satchel bags come in blue and brown logo vinyl, trimmed with matching leather. They will always have a twill racing stripe somewhere on the bag. Either down the middle and up the back, or as ribbons on each end of the handles. There will be a green and red stripe on the brown Gucci Accessory Collection bags and a red and blue stripe on the navy blue doctor bags in the G.A. Collection.
Keep in mind: If it looks too good to be true, it is. But you can still find fashion handbags wholesale by connecting directly with sellers. Just know how to spot the fakes and always buy with your credit card!