Due to the popularity and high cost of a Prada bag, cheap fake versions are sold in the markets. Careful examination reveals a fake and this article tells you how.
Steps
Step 1. Look at the seam
The Prada seam is well aligned. The stitches are small in size and will not be loosened towards the end.
Step 2. Check the studs
All Prada studs are in aged brass. If you find a rusty, old or worn stud, then it probably isn't a Prada. Check the coloring, size and condition.
Step 3. Check the logo
There should be a black Prada logo in the interior lining contrasting with a slight protrusion. In the fake ones, the word "Prada" will be misspelled or something else will be written on it. Size and space between the letters also reveal its authenticity.
Step 4. Look at the coating
The lining of a Prada bag is black. If there is a fantasy then it is a fake. The lining material must be of high quality. It will also need to have the word 'Prada' written horizontally. All Prada bags have the unique logo repeatedly embroidered in the lining, regardless of the material.
Step 5. Find the metal label
An original Prada bag will have a metallic label that says "Prada Made in Italy". If the label is made of plastic or fabric, the bag is not original. All Prada bags carry a serial number and an authenticity label. Even misspelled words can indicate its falsity.
Step 6. See if there is a protective bag
The absence of a protective bag can reveal that the bag is fake. An original Prada bag will have a protective bag with a black print of the Prada logo. There should be a label sewn into the protective bag that says "Prada" and "Cotton Made in Italy".
Step 7. Find the Certificate of Authenticity
These certificates are contained in a black envelope. Each certificate contains information on the model of the bag and its serial number.
Step 8. Look closely at the 'R'
The 'R' of the Prada logo has a notch in its right leg. This is a simple identifier that is missing in the manufacture of fake Prada bags.
Step 9. Know your stores
This is a pretty obvious sign since authentic bags are usually bought in the luxury departments of stores.
Step 10. Look for other directions
Buttons and zippers should be color-matched and should be styled to coordinate with the bag and its lining. The high quality zippers will close / open without a hitch.
Advice
- In case of rectangular plates, the corners must be rounded.
- Wrong words are a sign of falsification.
- The detailed photos or pictures of the bags can help you when shopping online.
Warnings
- Beware of online fakes.
- Second hand bags may not have the certificate of authenticity or the protective bag as they may have been lost or kept by the previous owner.
