Authenticate This Balenciaga

[Vlad]

IMPORTANT READ-ME

Please see post #1 for complete Balenciaga authentication rules. All requests must be posted in this thread. Authentications are not done via private message or in any other thread.

See the link below for examples of the photos needed and the format they should be in (clear, close up, forward-facing, no angles, right way up, no bends in tags).

https://forum.purseblog.com/threads/required-pics-for-balenciaga-authentication.741442/

A link to the listing in question is required.

It is an authenticator’s right to ignore a request that is not in the proper format. If the listing you are interested in is missing photos it is your responsibility to request them from the seller prior to posting in this thread.

Thanks and be well!

 

[Lisie]

Thank you for posting.. It's good you are here..
None of us said the bag was not authentic, we just said with the newer tags, it's much more difficult to tell.
There have been some super fakes out there- of the newer tags (not that your is) and it's made members more cautious.
The ladies here would rather err on the side of caution for the buyers own good. And yes, you are correct, cards receipts can be & are faked now-a-days, sadly.
That's why it was recommended they seek paid authentication. There are several sites to choose from that charge only a small fee.
But the fact you are here is a good sign..

I try my best to satisfy my customers. I am sorry for that, my buyer said that the forum was referring to as fake. I have been a member of tpf for a very long time. just not active recently as normal life keeps me way too busy. I would love to help you out in the authentication thread but as said I am super busy so I would miss a lot of posts. I am not too sure if the term 'superfake' actually applies. Its hard to tell from pictures sometimes when it comes to authentication, but as far as I know the information on seasonal colours and serial numbers have not been updated in one of the Balenciaga threads. A lot of people buying feel that the missing year card is a sign of a bag being fake- which is certainly not true. Just aboves post shows that all the "accessories" mean nothing - as the turquoise bag is fake, so is the mauve/pink colored one. If you have any further questions please ask. I will try to get a certificate for my buyer. And two cents here as a seller- I am trying to satisfy clients as much as I can but it is not easy. People beg me for low prices, send rude messages sometimes, etc. Sorry for being off-topic but I felt the need of telling a sellers story too All the best,

 

[aksaiyo]

These are all authentic. I posted this on the Balenciaga Finds thread..
It's a great deal..
BTW There is a black mini by itself but it's a City
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Authentic-B...615726?hash=item4d4c2ec6ae:g:8O4AAOSwbYZXfcqT



@aalinne_72 Sorry I didn't see you had answered already on the other bags.

Thank you!! Makes me more comfortable bidding. I'm feeling pretty adamant about getting a first rather than a city but I might get t too, thanks for the heads up!

 

[carlo12377]

I am the seller of the bag sold on Ebay. The bag is authentic and comes directly from Balenciaga. It is season 2016 ( as letter D). I never said VC (Vestiaire Collective) is an authenticator. I am usually selling through them and Videdressing as it is easier than Ebay. I rarely sell on Ebay. The items are shipped to VC and they check if authentic or not. I have never had problems with Vestiaire Collective and I have been buying and selling from them for a while. Mistakes can happen. I am happy to provide a certificate at buyers cost when proven authentic. Second, Ebay listing is closed now. I was away on holiday. I advice everybody being scared of receiving a fake buying from the boutique directly. Cards, dustbags, receipts mean nothing nowadays. Any questions please drop me a message. Regards.





I am the seller of the bag sold on Ebay. The bag is authentic and comes directly from Balenciaga. It is season 2016 ( as letter D). I never said VC (Vestiaire Collective) is an authenticator. I am usually selling through them and Videdressing as it is easier than Ebay. I rarely sell on Ebay. The items are shipped to VC and they check if authentic or not. I have never had problems with Vestiaire Collective and I have been buying and selling from them for a while. Mistakes can happen. I am happy to provide a certificate at buyers cost when proven authentic. Second, Ebay listing is closed now. I was away on holiday. I advice everybody being scared of receiving a fake buying from the boutique directly. Cards, dustbags, receipts mean nothing nowadays. Any questions please drop me a message. Regards.

for those wondering this is the bag i bought.

 

[PikaboICU]

for those wondering this is the bag i bought.

For what it's worth, I don't see any red flags with that bag.
In my opinion it's authentic-
There has been some concerns but only because the newer tags & bags can be more difficult to authenticate via photos only.
Your seller has come & posted, she is a long time TPF member- I believe she is selling authentic bags.

That said, let's see if anyone else will weigh in with an opinion.
Also it couldn't hurt to seek paid authentication if you still have any question.
It's not expensive & can be done for $10.-$25.
Have you owned Balenciaga before? If you are familiar with Bal, does it have the same texture, weight and even leather smell as others?
Is there something that makes you doubt the authenticity?

 

[carlo12377]

I try my best to satisfy my customers. I am sorry for that, my buyer said that the forum was referring to as fake. I have been a member of tpf for a very long time. just not active recently as normal life keeps me way too busy. I would love to help you out in the authentication thread but as said I am super busy so I would miss a lot of posts. I am not too sure if the term 'superfake' actually applies. Its hard to tell from pictures sometimes when it comes to authentication, but as far as I know the information on seasonal colours and serial numbers have not been updated in one of the Balenciaga threads. A lot of people buying feel that the missing year card is a sign of a bag being fake- which is certainly not true. Just aboves post shows that all the "accessories" mean nothing - as the turquoise bag is fake, so is the mauve/pink colored one. If you have any further questions please ask. I will try to get a certificate for my buyer. My buyer already filed a paypal claim, I hope they will take it back soon. And two cents here as a seller- I am trying to satisfy clients as much as I can but it is not easy. People beg me for low prices, send rude messages sometimes, etc. Sorry for being off-topic but I felt the need of telling a sellers story too All the best,

thanks Lis, this makes me feel better, the back looks good i just felt things were off when the same bag i purchased was still available and sold and available again meaning multiples of the same color and the same exact ad in eBay. naturally i thought this was a red flag. you've been very polite and helpful and for that i appreciate it. also when i received the bag the year card was not included but was very visible in the picture and sales ad in ebay. so i thought it was a switch and grab meaning modus operandi of having authentic photos of authentic bag while receiving a replica. i had this happen to me in another watch forum. can never be careful nowadays. but as others have mentioned the fact you are here makes things sit in my mind easier.

as to the comment of being not authentic i based it on a comment that it could be not authentic and more authenticators are needed.
http://forum.purseblog.com/threads/authenticate-this-balenciaga.936807/page-169#post-30683700

 

[carlo12377]

For what it's worth, I don't see any red flags with that bag.
In my opinion it's authentic-
There has been some concerns but only because the newer tags & bags can be more difficult to authenticate via photos only.
Your seller has come & posted, she is a long time TPF member- I believe she is selling authentic bags.

That said, let's see if anyone else will weigh in with an opinion.
Also it couldn't hurt to seek paid authentication if you still have any question.
It's not expensive & can be done for $10.-$25.
Have you owned Balenciaga before? If you are familiar with Bal, does it have the same texture, weight and even leather smell as others?
Is there something that makes you doubt the authenticity?

my wife has 2 other balenciagas city from 2007 that is super super supple leather.
like the bag just collapses on itself because leather is so soft. this one is seems like
the leather is stiffer. although could be because its brand new and in ssmaller shape.

like i said only reason why i doubted in the first place is the multiple listings of the same ad thats all.
and seller has already explained that she has a source of these bags so i think peace of mind is close
at hand. sorry for all the trouble

 

[JNG1088]

Thank you for reposting my post!!

So happy to see you Jira!!

They posted them back a bit, I'll repost here..
I'm just not confident with these newer tags yet & the strap joining bothered me a little.
Here is the origin post with photos!

So happy to see you Jira!!

They posted them back a bit, I'll repost here..
I'm just not confident with these newer tags yet & the strap joining bothered me a little.
Here is the origin post with photos!

 

[JNG1088]

Thanks for linking to the pics, PikaboICU!

This bag is NOT authentic in my opinion; a closer look at the smaller details raises red flags for me. Conni618 is also a longtime authenticator and might be able to give you another opinion as well.

Thank you for your opinion!! How can I contact Conni618 to ask for a opinion? I don't know what I can do because Gilt is refusing my request for a refund.

 

[geekyhippo]

Yes, that's true..
Some of those facts have changed a little over time.. The newer bags are more difficult..
What you can do is have paid, online authentication.
It's usually $10-$25 and can put your mind to ease..
And this may sound strange but, yes some details can only be checked in person so.... Have you owned Bal before?
The feel of the leather, the smell of it- there are some of those things that can point to genuine or fake as well.

You're absolutely right, Pika! Some details can only be told in person. The moment you see, feel or smell the bag, you'll know it at once. I have purchased pre-owned LV bags before, and the moment I received the bag, I knew immediately if it was authentic.
I've never owned a Bal before, but I have some other designer bags, and I'm sure authentic Bals will be as good as my other bags. ^-^
I'm going to return this bag anyways..
Thanks a lot Pika !

 

[PikaboICU]

Thank you for your opinion!! How can I contact Conni618 to ask for a opinion? I don't know what I can do because Gilt is refusing my request for a refund.

Hello,
If you are set on returning to Gilt based on an authenticity issue, they wont take the return based on anyone's opinion from here.
You'll need to have paid authentication to get them to take it back, if they're refusing.

 

[PikaboICU]

You're absolutely right, Pika! Some details can only be told in person. The moment you see, feel or smell the bag, you'll know it at once. I have purchased pre-owned LV bags before, and the moment I received the bag, I knew immediately if it was authentic.
I've never owned a Bal before, but I have some other designer bags, and I'm sure authentic Bals will be as good as my other bags. ^-^
I'm going to return this bag anyways..
Thanks a lot Pika !

Awe you're so kind.. My pleasure for sure..
I'm sure you'll find the perfect Bal for you- she's out there...
Please feel free to come here & get authentication before you buy next time, if you have any concerns.
The gals here will be happy to help you.

 

[KeharaO]

Dear authenticators,
First I bought this bag from a local trusted seller not from Ebay so I could not provide you with item listing or link.

But I really need you to authenticate this. This bag IRL looks just perfect just the same as my other one (mini city edge) that I bought from the official Balenciaga Boutique. Everything is 99,999% almost the same. The stitches are perfectly neat & symetrical, including the studs, the gold hardware, the smell of the leather. I could not find any flaws.

One thing that keeps bothering me is the leather stamp. Since the colour is light taupe its quite hard to see the stamp or do real Balenciaga ever come with tags that look this badly stamped? Even I hardly could see the numbers behind .
The seller keeps convincing me too that this is 100% authentic and even she offered me a 100% refund if it's proven not.

Please kindly help me on this one

Items name:
Balenciaga Envelope Clutch Metallic Edge in Taupe 2016

Here are some pics of it:

The stamp (front)

The leather stamp (inside): it's very hard to see the serial numbers IRL unless you see in under natural light.

It is written :
"390167.1211 D.538735
MADE IN ITALY
FABRIQUE EN ITALIE"

Please contact me if you need more detailed or specifique shots. I'll be gladly provide. To me this bag's details are almost identical with the one I bought in the Balenciaga boutique except I've never found a Leather Tag with a stamp like this one before.
Looking fwd to hear from you soon. Thank you so much!!!

 

[asherzoby]

Hi! could one of you kind ladies authenticate this? It seems like a rose thulian velo but i am not sure why the colours don't quite look like rose thulian. Also, I already own a 2012 gris ciment but the leather is kinda papery - anyone knows if the same issues affects the f/w 2012 ones like this rose thulian (if it is a rose thulian)

Hi! Just managed to get more photos of the rivet, bale as requested. Please help me authenticate it.

From the pictures - don't you think its kinda dry and papery? It also has a penmark - anyone knows if those can be get rid of?

 

[Magayon_ako]

Hello, can anyone authenticate a Balenciaga bag from EBay? My problem is, I don't know how to post the link to the item ... been searching for the "share this item" link for the bag but I can't find it (sorry, totally not tech-savvy). Anyway, I copied the item no. and here it is .... Ebay item#182306285257 and is described as Balenciaga Motorcycle Bag (GLYCINE PURPLE with classic antique brass hardware). I hope somebody can take a look at it .... TIA!!!

 

[PikaboICU]

Hello, can anyone authenticate a Balenciaga bag from EBay? My problem is, I don't know how to post the link to the item ... been searching for the "share this item" link for the bag but I can't find it (sorry, totally not tech-savvy). Anyway, I copied the item no. and here it is .... Ebay item#182306285257 and is described as Balenciaga Motorcycle Bag (GLYCINE PURPLE with classic antique brass hardware). I hope somebody can take a look at it .... TIA!!!

Hello,
Here's a link to the listing http://www.ebay.com/itm/Balenciaga-...285257?hash=item2a724d26c9:g:Lx8AAOSwzaJX-BfR

This is authentic but a couple of things to note, it is a City, it isn't a "part time" as the seller has listed.
It is NOT Glycine as listed, it's "Metallic Purple" and a special edition bag made for Neiman Marcus in 2011.
I happen to own this bag & it's a pretty color but the leather is extremely papery.

I just wanted you to be aware & informed of the details but yes, this bag is authentic.