One can easily say that handbags are a girl’s best friend. They help you in those trouble times when there’s too much to carry, they make you look good, and they literally become your companion as you about your daily business.
The trend these days is for women to carry classic, designer handbags that make a statement and are useful and practical at the same time. The fad started with celebrities flaunting some famous (and quite dear) brands of handbags, making an average bag collector drool over the luxurious possession. Louis Vuitton’s Speedy range, Herme’s Birkin bag, Chanel’s classic and Fendi’s Selleria are some great examples.
Nowadays, these handbags are considered an ‘investment’ and women are willing to spend a fortune on them for that iconic look, to make a fashion statement and to have something that also lasts them long. When you’re buying something that expensive, you do want to make sure it’s the genuine stuff you’ve laid your hands on. Here are our tips to help you get that perfect, original vintage bag:
Make Sure to Go to a Reputed Seller
Now don’t go around shopping for a vintage from a roadside kiosk! Go to the original design house of the brand if possible. If you cannot do that, make sure that the dealer you are buying your bag from has a strong reputation in the market. If you can find references for the dealer, that would be even better. If possible, get the bag checked again from a second dealer.
Be Critical of the Quality
Well known designers charge a hefty price tag for their products for a reason – they give much thought, time and effort to every single piece and a lot of craftsmanship and care is taken to design them. All of this will show in their bags. If you feel the quality of the bag you are getting is nowhere close to the price you are paying, you just may be getting duped!
Go for a Neutral Color
Choosing a color that has a neutral tone to it can work with several of your outfits, giving the maximum usage for your investment. Colors such as black, beige, brown, white, etc can not only work with various outfits, but also with different seasons, be it spring or fall.
Choose a Long-Lasting Material
When paying so much for a handbag, you’d want it to last as long as possible. Opt for materials that will last longer. Textured leather or embossed leather tends to last longer than leather that has been polished to give a shiny, smooth look. You’ll have to take good care of your bag to make it last longer, and the right kind of material will help you in that.
Check out the Lining
The lining of any bag can tell a lot. The kind of material, whether it has been stitched properly into the skin of the bag or is loose, the prints on the lining, etc. can say a lot on whether the bag is an original or fake. Scan the lining of your bag very very carefully to make sure you’re getting your money’s worth.
With these tips, you can be sure to make the right investment into a handbag.