How to Spot a Fake Louis Vuitton Bag

Learn how to spot a fake Louis Vuitton bag, so you don’t end up spending a ton of money on a replica. There are many replicas out there that are very close to the real thing. In fact, many fakes are hard to distinguish from the real deal. Know what to look for so you can be sure you are getting an authentic bag and not a fake.

Don't be fooled by imitations!

With the popularity of designer bags at an all-time high, more counterfeit bags are hitting the streets and online auctions. Don’t be fooled into purchasing a bag that claims to be the real thing when in fact, it is not. There are many ways to spot a fake Louis Vuitton bag. It can be difficult at times to tell a fake from an authentic but, by keeping in mind a few things you will be able to guarantee that you are buying the real deal.

There are many fakes floating around eBay and other websites. Many claim to be authentic Louis Vuitton bags but most are not. Research the brand and become familiar with what makes a Louis Vuitton so special. An authentic Louis Vuitton bag has the following characteristics:

• Louis Vuitton bags are expensive. They are made out of expensive materials such as boa, crocodile, lambskin and camel skin. Fakes are made from pleather and vinyl and feel rough and stiff. A real Louis Vuitton is smooth and feels soft. The trim is done is Vachetta and will tan naturally as the bag ages. Most fakes are done in a light tan trim or a fake aged trim that will not change with age.

• Since authentic bags are expensive, if the price seems very low then the handbag probably is not real.

• Louis Vuitton stitching is done perfectly. You will not see loose threads or ends on an authentic Louis Vuitton bag.

• Monogram placement is done carefully and is consistent on pieces. It will not be crooked or cut off. It will look the same on each style of bag.

• Louis Vuitton does not discount, have outlets, sell wholesale or have their products in open air markets.

• Tags are never attached to a Louis Vuitton bag. They may come with tags, but they are simply placed in the purse or dust bag.

• If the bag in question is a style that cannot be found on the Louis Vuitton website, then this means that the bag is fake. There are not new styles coming out every season.

• The hardware used on the bag is also an indicator. Fake bags will often have painted gold plastic whereas an authentic will have gold or brass metal hardware.

Where you obtain your bag is also an indicator as to whether or not it is a fake. The only place to buy an authentic Louis Vuitton bag online, other than the official site, is Eluxury.com. If you are able to shop in person then Louis Vuitton bags can be purchased at:

• Louis Vuitton stores
• Higher end department stores such as Saks Fifth Avenue

You can bring in the bag in question to ask a sales associate about authenticity of the bag. All associates are trained and will be able to spot a fake without hesitation.

Like the old saying goes, if it is too good to be true then it probably is. This goes for Louis Vuitton bags as well. An authentic Louis Vuitton is crafted from high-end luxury materials and the price tag reflects that fact. Don’t be fooled into buying a fake, educate yourself and be well-informed on what to look out for when purchasing a designer bag.

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