Vintage Alert How to Spot a Fake Chanel 2. Bag. By Chiara Spagnoli Gabardi. Buying vintage is one of the eco friendliest ways to shop, and quality items will be in great shape decades after their initial release as Catherine B well knows. This Paris based vintage Chanel and Hermes expert has run a shop at n1 rue Guisarde in St Germain for decades, attracting a stellar clientele. Catherine states I have handbags that are over forty years old in the shop and they are in perfect condition. People want timeless items that withstand the test of times and thats what vintage Chanel and Herms are all about. These timeless items abound in Catherines shop, and she guarantees that none of her stock is fakein fact, many people approach Catherine to see whether their own bags especially those given as gifts are fakes. But for those of us not lucky enough to visit Paris, we may need to be more cautious before investing in a valuable pre loved Chanel bag. Even Catherine admits there are many good fakes on the market, and its not always immediately obvious that a piece is not vrai Chanel. Ive been collecting vintage Chanel and Herms for over twenty years and have acquired the knowledge and experience by handling, purchasingfor myself and the boutiqueand admiring thousands and thousands of bags, jackets, and accessories, says Catherine. One of her biggest sellers is the classic 2. Chanel bagwhich is also one of the brands most popular and most faked. With her expert help, we have determined several factors you have to look out for to avoid being duped. How to Spot a Fake Chanel 2. Bag. The Leather. Chanel lambskin leather feels buttery soft, if its lambskin. In fact, its so delicate, its prone to tears, and the quilting may not be as pronounced for as long as it would with Chanels other key leather used, known as caviar leather. This is a rougher, pebbled leather and it is more durable less likely to scratch and mark. But either one could well be an original Chanel. Caviar leather is normally Made in France and Lambskin is Made in Italy. Remember to check there are no glue residues on the leather, which are ever so common in fake bags. Check Chanel Serial Number' title='Check Chanel Serial Number' />Also be aware that whilst Chanel uses many different materials, these will always be high quality think patent leather and wool, not plastic and polyester. Image Catherine B The Turnstile Lock. The turnstile lock, specifically the CC lock, is one of the most recognisable features on the 2. Chanel bag. This iconic lock was designed by Karl Lagerfeld in the mid eighties. Begin by checking that your locks right C overlaps the left C at the top also, the left C should overlap the right C at the bottom. Only replicas get this wrong. In Siam Paragon youll also find an increasing number of independent designers vying for elbowroom in this sparkling white space. Dont be surprised if you catch. Wearing her blonde tresses in a sleek centre parting, she accessorised with oversized shades and a funky Chanel bag in the shape of the designers Number 5 perfume. Submit the form. This will check the registration number within Dooney Bourkes database, and verify its authenticity. Assuming all information that youve entered. Locate the Fendi serial number on the back of the card. If you have a Fendi purse, the serial number may be embossed on the back of the fabric tag inside the bag. You may have noticed CC locks sometimes have a stamping mark. But dont fret if yours doesnt, not all 2. Furthermore the Cs on vintage bags have a flat finish, whereas more contemporary Chanel 2. Cs. One more tip that can help you with vintage is that pre 2. Stitching. Original Chanels always have 1. A fake bag only has 9 stitches per inch. T4tKkrYR8uU/maxresdefault.jpg' alt='Check Chanel Serial Number' title='Check Chanel Serial Number' />Naturally the stitching must be even, neat and strong, which ensures durability and helps maintain the bags original shape. Inside The Actors Studio S15. Obviously this takes more time and is more costly to produce, especially with the diamond or square stitching which distinguishes the brand. The classic burgundy interior uses stitching that matches the colour of the leather. The line and the pattern must not be broken. This means even the most complicated styles must be crafted so perfectly that observing them from the distance gives the impression there are no pockets or flaps. Replicas are rarely that perfect and, although the stitches on major pockets and flaps may initially seem perfect, further inspection will prove you wrong. The latest PLC Allen Bradley Micrologix 1400 is provided with Modbus TCP and RTU. This is a powerful feature and with this post i explain how to enable and how to use it. Image Lollipuff. Lining. It is very difficult to separate the lining at the bottom of the bag because it is so well constructed. Genuine Chanel lining lies flat against the bag. There are no visible lumps or bumps the fit is tight with no wrinkles, consequently authentic lining fits snugly with no creasing. Reproductions often can be spotted on the quality and fit of the lining, because its lining below looks inferior and feels like it is made from a cheaper leather. The colour doesnt match the original and you can see a crease line to the left and right of the CC embossed logo. Also pay attention to the stamp inside the bag, which should say Made in Italy or Made in France but never Made in Paris, Hong Kong or any other city or country. Made in letters are stamped either under the Chanel writing and always match the colour of the hardware. So if the seller claims the bag with no stamp, because it came straight from the factory rest assured he is giving you a fake. Image designbrand. Chanel Logo. The very obvious knockoffs, instead of having the interlocking C logo, have interlocking Os. But the more refined fakes have to check the Cs details. For instance, the width of the Cs and the gap between them should be a consistent 0. Remember that the Chanel logos width is 3. C. Can you see why this is a fake The same rule of turnstile locks works with the chain straps that were made pre 2. Look for that refined Chanel trait that has leather thread through each link. Replicas can rarely be bothered to go through the hassle of recreating this alluring trait of the original bags. Quilting. The quilting must be symmetrical, consistent and the stitching should line up. If you look carefully youll notice that the quilted pattern is consistent from the flap of the bag to the body of the bag when its closed, creating consistent diamond patterns. That quality of craftsmanship in an original Chanel is never equalled in reproductions. Image Catherine BAuthenticity Card Serial Sticker. The card system was introduced the same time as the serial sticker. The serial number on the card should match the serial number inside the bag. Authentic cards use a thick card coated with plastic. It feels a bit like a credit card, and should never have a hologram on it. The serial sticker should be in the bottom left hand side of a 2. Remember that a serial sticker on its own does not signify authenticity, nor does a missing serial sticker automatically mean the bag is a fake. Serial stickers were first introduced in 1. For example 6 digit codes, signify a bag made some time between 1. Be aware that Chanel produced bags with serial numbers up to 8 digits. So if you see a bag with 9 digits or more, its a fake. To buy authentic vintage Chanel, click here.