How to Tell a Real Juicy Couture From a Fake
Handbags from designers like Juicy Couture are considered a luxury accessory and because of demand, unauthorized vendors can pass on knock-off versions to unknowing consumers. Technology and inexpensive labor allows these counterfeit bags to be manufactured in mass qualities in convincing styles. However, because most counterfeit bags are not made with the same proprietary access and quality control as the originals, a close look at the details can help you easily spot a fake. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Take note of the price. This sounds obvious, but a new leather Juicy bag sells on the Juicy Couture website for between $120 for a small bag up to $420. If it's priced considerably less, you'll want look for other clues.
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Feel the exterior of the bags. Juicy Couture bags are generally made from leather, canvas, nylon or velour. If the leather looks or smells like it's synthetic, it's probably not real.
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Look inside the bag at the lining, which should feel like a high-quality fabric and be stitched in, not glued. Make sure you can see a Juicy Couture tag, also stitched in, that shows the designer's name and emblem. Also look to see if you can find a country of origin tag. If it says "Made in Taiwan," you're dealing with a fake.
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Examine the hardware. Juicy engraves most of its zippers, charms, rivets and round metal feet on the bottom of the bag. Run the zipper up and down a few times to make sure it moves easily and doesn't catch.
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Check the stitching. Seams should be lined up and spaced evenly.
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Tips & Warnings
Purchase from a reputable vendor authorized to sell Juicy Couture products.
