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ballet_russe · Feb 1st, 2009, 02:26 PM

Originally Posted by tandemstoker

Unfortunately I did my homework AFTER purchasing on eBay and discovered how prevalent fake handbags are. I think this is probably a fake partly because I paid so little for it ~$45 w/ shipping. I feel obligated to let the seller know if it is. Can anyone here help me out?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=230321773190

that's real. everything looks good.

the newer leather bags have zipper hardware like yours, with that little leather pull that's embossed with the stylized KS logo. your bag also has "larabee dot" lining.

it's mostly the nylon bags that are faked, and there are some nondescript pleather fakes, but they usually have incorrect hardware and lining.

tandemstoker · Feb 1st, 2009, 02:52 PM

Holy cow, I can't believe it. I was up until 2:00 am this morning reading about fake purses, wishing I had done so BEFORE bidding. Thanks for taking the time to respond.

Originally Posted by ballet_russe

that's real. everything looks good.

the newer leather bags have zipper hardware like yours, with that little leather pull that's embossed with the stylized KS logo. your bag also has "larabee dot" lining.

it's mostly the nylon bags that are faked, and there are some nondescript pleather fakes, but they usually have incorrect hardware and lining.

ballet_russe · Feb 2nd, 2009, 12:59 AM

you're welcome.

BTW, the bag is from the "punch noel" collection.

tandemstoker · Feb 2nd, 2009, 01:17 PM

You're amazing and this is a great website. Thank you again.

Originally Posted by ballet_russe

you're welcome.

BTW, the bag is from the "punch noel" collection.

london14 · Feb 6th, 2009, 11:35 PM

pls help with this, thanks!

http://cgi.ebay.com.sg/KATE-SPADE-Cl...3286.m63.l1177

sara_g · Feb 7th, 2009, 12:32 AM

Originally Posted by london14

pls help with this, thanks!

http://cgi.ebay.com.sg/KATE-SPADE-Classic-Noel-Sq-Alme-Lrg-Satchel-Purse-NWT_W0QQitemZ200304718310QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_CSA _WH_Handbags?hash=item200304718310&_trksid=p3286.m 63.l1177

It's good.

Mila_Pops · Feb 11th, 2009, 03:43 AM

Hi everyone, is this authentic? This is the only picture I have from the seller. I can try to ask for more if there are features that would easily help identify if it's a fake or not. Thanks!

sara_g · Feb 11th, 2009, 10:56 AM

Originally Posted by Mila_Pops

Hi everyone, is this authentic? This is the only picture I have from the seller. I can try to ask for more if there are features that would easily help identify if it's a fake or not. Thanks!

Definitely fake. No more pictures necessary.

Mila_Pops · Feb 11th, 2009, 01:02 PM

Lol thank you!

couture_addict · Feb 12th, 2009, 12:12 PM

Originally Posted by sara_g

Definitely fake. No more pictures necessary.

Agreed.

NamasteSusan · Feb 14th, 2009, 04:31 PM

Oops - I guess I'm supposed to post this here: I can't tell if it is afake, but it is really well made constructed, but look at the "hem" of the purse and the uneven checkers.

sara_g · Feb 14th, 2009, 05:11 PM

Originally Posted by NamasteSusan

Oops - I guess I'm supposed to post this here: I can't tell if it is afake, but it is really well made constructed, but look at the "hem" of the purse and the uneven checkers.

I'm almost positive that's fake. I could tell you better though if you have a clear closeup of the label (but I'm pretty sure all it will do is confirm it's fake).

NamasteSusan · Feb 14th, 2009, 08:22 PM

Originally Posted by sara_g

I'm almost positive that's fake. I could tell you better though if you have a clear closeup of the label (but I'm pretty sure all it will do is confirm it's fake).

That's what I'm thinking too. Here's a closeup.

sara_g · Feb 15th, 2009, 02:38 PM

Originally Posted by NamasteSusan

That's what I'm thinking too. Here's a closeup.

Yup, fake.

MrsMammaGoose · Feb 16th, 2009, 12:21 PM

I'm pretty sure this is authentic. The hardware is right (little feet and zipper pull), as is the pattern of the perforation, the name tag, and the lining. I also recognize the shape as typical Kate Spade. You just got a really good deal! :-)

Feb 6th, 2009, 11:35 PM	#20
london14 Member Joined: Feb 2009 Posts: 87	pls help with this, thanks! http://cgi.ebay.com.sg/KATE-SPADE-Cl...3286.m63.l1177
london14 Member Joined: Feb 2009 Posts: 87

Feb 14th, 2009, 04:31 PM	#26
NamasteSusan Member Joined: Feb 2009 Posts: 3	Oops - I guess I'm supposed to post this here: I can't tell if it is afake, but it is really well made constructed, but look at the "hem" of the purse and the uneven checkers.
NamasteSusan Member Joined: Feb 2009 Posts: 3

Feb 2nd, 2009, 12:59 AM	#18
ballet_russe pointe de la mode Joined: May 2008 Posts: 829	you're welcome. BTW, the bag is from the "punch noel" collection.

Feb 11th, 2009, 03:43 AM	#22
Mila_Pops Snake Charmer Joined: Jan 2009 Location: Salt Lake City Posts: 332	Hi everyone, is this authentic? This is the only picture I have from the seller. I can try to ask for more if there are features that would easily help identify if it's a fake or not. Thanks!

Feb 11th, 2009, 01:02 PM	#24
Mila_Pops Snake Charmer Joined: Jan 2009 Location: Salt Lake City Posts: 332	Lol thank you!

Feb 16th, 2009, 12:21 PM	#30
MrsMammaGoose Member Joined: Feb 2009 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 665	I'm pretty sure this is authentic. The hardware is right (little feet and zipper pull), as is the pattern of the perforation, the name tag, and the lining. I also recognize the shape as typical Kate Spade. You just got a really good deal! :-)

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