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gimpy2715 said:
Hi I'm looking for help authenticating this Classic Black City Bag that I received from MyHabit. I ordered it before I read that they sell fake bags and now I am very concerned. I tried to go to Balenciaga and have them authenticate it but, they don't do that. Thank you so much for your help!
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I don't like most of the details of this bag. I think it could be another super fake.
Please post CLEAR/CLOSER/RIGHT ANGLE (FRONT) pics of just what you've posted before. That'll be enough. Specially the front /back of serial tag and rivet please!.
 
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aalinne_72 said:
95% authentic but please, to confirm, post a clear closer pic of the rivet.
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Posting close up of silver plate and the 2 rivets on the front handle. Just noticed that there is an _ on the silver plate between Balanciaga and Paris rather than a dot.
 

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#9,153
dignatius said:
Posting close up of silver plate and the 2 rivets on the front handle. Just noticed that there is an _ on the silver plate between Balanciaga and Paris rather than a dot.
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Authentic, there's nothing wrong with the. "_" on the silver plate instead the "."
It could be due the seasonal new modifications Balenciaga does in their bags, don't worry, it's ok. I have the two variations on my bags.
 
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aalinne_72 said:
I don't like most of the details of this bag. I think it could be another super fake.
Please post CLEAR/CLOSER/RIGHT ANGLE (FRONT) pics of just what you've posted before. That'll be enough. Specially the front /back of serial tag and rivet please!.
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Thank you for your quick response, I've been trying to upload more pictures but i've been having problems with my computers. I have never used this blog before so I'm not really good with searching and all. But when I searched the entire number on the back of the tag, a post came up with the same number and you guys calling it out as a fake. 115748.1000.F.535269
So I'm guessing you should be correct with your first assumption. The company assured me that it would be authentic and that they would take it back if it was not. So now I guess I will try and start that fight with them.
Thank you for your help
 
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gimpy2715 said:
Thank you for your quick response, I've been trying to upload more pictures but i've been having problems with my computers. I have never used this blog before so I'm not really good with searching and all. But when I searched the entire number on the back of the tag, a post came up with the same number and you guys calling it out as a fake. 115748.1000.F.535269
So I'm guessing you should be correct with your first assumption. The company assured me that it would be authentic and that they would take it back if it was not. So now I guess I will try and start that fight with them.
Thank you for your help
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Unfortunately, it is FAKE, but I wanted to be 100% sure. Everything is off. I feel sorry for you and hope you find a solution.
 
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aalinne_72 said:
Unfortunately, it is FAKE, but I wanted to be 100% sure. Everything is off. I feel sorry for you and hope you find a solution.
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Thank you, they issued me a return label with not much problem fortunately for me. I can't believe the lengths people with go to making and selling these fake bags, it is sick!!! Especially for not much off full retail price. I am thankful for your help and will be much smarter in the future. Hope you have a nice night :)
 
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Hi, I just bought my first Balenciaga City bag. I studied many articles & blogs prior to purchase for authentication. According to the tag, my bag is from the 2012 Spring/Summer collection. I feel like it is real from the bales, rivets, the raised Lampo zippers, exterior pocket has leather inside but the feel of the bag is not as squishy. I read the bag should collapse, and I believe for its year it should be lamb skin. I bought a First from Fashion Phile I returned because of size, but it was smooshy/collapsed, though not sure because it was 2006. My bag doesn't collapse similarly and I feel the smell isn't quite leathery maybe plastic-like? The outside feels stiffer but I'm not sure, and it's not as soft to the touch. Also, should it lack the two interior pockets opposite of the zippered one? Can someone help ensure the bag I purchased is the real deal?

ITEM NAME: Authentic BALENCIAGA Noir/Black The City 115748 Leather Handbag S/S 2012

ITEM NUMBER: 231790945485

SELLER ID: brandearauction

LINK: http://m.ebay.com/itm/231790945485?...=8d032457f30147e580a0880fa39b6ac3&_mwBanner=1

Pics of the bag sitting:
 

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stefanie23 said:
Hi, I just bought my first Balenciaga City bag. I studied many articles & blogs prior to purchase for authentication. According to the tag, my bag is from the 2012 Spring/Summer collection. I feel like it is real from the bales, rivets, the raised Lampo zippers, exterior pocket has leather inside but the feel of the bag is not as squishy. I read the bag should collapse, and I believe for its year it should be lamb skin. I bought a First from Fashion Phile I returned because of size, but it was smooshy/collapsed, though not sure because it was 2006. My bag doesn't collapse similarly and I feel the smell isn't quite leathery maybe plastic-like? The outside feels stiffer but I'm not sure, and it's not as soft to the touch. Also, should it lack the two interior pockets opposite of the zippered one? Can someone help ensure the bag I purchased is the real deal?

ITEM NAME: Authentic BALENCIAGA Noir/Black The City 115748 Leather Handbag S/S 2012

ITEM NUMBER: 231790945485

SELLER ID: brandearauction

LINK: http://m.ebay.com/itm/231790945485?...=8d032457f30147e580a0880fa39b6ac3&_mwBanner=1

Pics of the bag sitting:
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Sorry, I don´t feel comfortable with this bag. Yes, pics of bale and rivets both are right, but they could have been taken from other side or stolen. What I mean is that there is something strange about the whole pics together. The serial is off to me. I have a hunch!!.

If the bag is on its way to you, post clear pics of everything again ASP. And if you haven´t paid yet, I wouldn´t do it.
 
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Hi everyone! I appreciate your help in this!!!
Just bought this Balenciaga Giant City Bag, my first b-bag purchase.

Item Name: SALE! BALENCIAGA CITY BAG!
Seller: jlxf8
Link: https://carousell.com/p/39367113

Photos:
Front:
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Back:
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Label (front):
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Label (back):
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Rivet:
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Bale:
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