How to Tell an Imitation Fendi Purse
Fendi, an Italian fashion label based in Rome, has over 160 boutiques in 25 countries worldwide. It's been in business for over 80 years. Fendi began as a luxury producer of leather goods and fur, but has since branched out into a full line of ready-to-wear clothing. Fendi handbags can cost thousands of dollars, and are therefore status symbols. There are many fakes produced and passed off as real Fendi. Don't be fooled. Read up on some of the signs of an inauthentic handbag. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Check the logo of your bag to see if it is engraved or stamped. A fake Fendi logo will be stamped on. You will be able to tell because it is usually crooked and the letters are not as precise and sharp as an engraving.
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Check the lining of the bag. Fendi handbags use linings made of satin, a soft, shiny fabric. Any other fabric lining is a fake.
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Feel the weight of the straps. Fendi straps have a leather core, so they have weight and bulk to them. A fake Fendi bag will have hollow or thin straps that are light and feel flimsy.
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Check the stitching on the bag. Only a fake Fendi bag will have loose strings, uneven stitches or thread that contrasts sharply with the color of the bag.
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Look for an ID tag. A real Fendi bag will have a metal ID tag on the inside of the purse, with the logo and identification number engraved on it.
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Tips & Warnings
If you are still not sure about the quality of your bag, take it to a Fendi boutique or retailer. Any salesperson will be to tell you if it is real by looking at it and feeling it. You will also be able to hold it up to a genuine bag and look for differences.
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