Authenticate This BOTTEGA VENETA

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#2,881
emilyhiroyasu said:
Thank you so much, Von1B2!
I will need one more opinion from you -- Is Medium a good size for a woman in 5'2" height? I am debating if I shall purchase a large or medium.
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Size is a personal decision. I think you should think about what you need to carry on a daily basis and what styles/sizes of bags are you currently using. If you carry the basic essentials, then I think a Medium would be great - for any size person. IMO, Venetas don't look good stuffed to the gills - they should drape nicely.
There have been lots of posts here over the years on this subject. Have a look in the main BV forum and do a search for Medium vs. Large, check out the Veneta thread in the Reference Library, have a look through the "BV in action" thread, and most importantly, ask the ladies their opinion - you'll get a lot of different ones. Most of all though, if you can get to a BV boutique or dpartment store that sells BV, go try some on. :smile1:
 
#2,882
ineedbags said:
Thanks so much for this - I would never have guessed they're different bags! I think I'm going to take a step back because if she's going to do something dodgy now, I may end up with a fake bag at the end of this.

Thanks for verifying the rest for me, too. Much appreciated! :flowers:
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I don't know about the intentions of the seller, she may have had two purple bags at one time. I noticed in her listing she used Byzantine, Violet and Corot. The first picture looks like a stock photo taken from a website. I believe the 1st and 4th pictures are of a Byzantine Veneta. Byzantine because of the new style handle. The 2nd and 3rd photos can't be Byzantine because the interior would be different. Those would be pictures of the Violet/Corot Veneta. You can also make out the underside of the handle in the 3rd photo. (see the seam?).
If you are interested, ask her for more pictures, because she hasn't provided a photo of the authenticity tag in the pocket. Sellers will sometimes use pictures they've found on the internet (or other listings) which is a big no-no and not very smart, because had she provided all the necessary information, that bag could have been sold today.
However, I think sometimes it's best to deal with sellers that are a bit more familiar with the products they're selling. Makes for a pleasant transaction all around. If you are the least bit unsure, keep looking.
Hope that helps a little bit :flowers:
 
#2,883
V0N1B2 said:
I don't know about the intentions of the seller, she may have had two purple bags at one time. I noticed in her listing she used Byzantine, Violet and Corot. The first picture looks like a stock photo taken from a website. I believe the 1st and 4th pictures are of a Byzantine Veneta. Byzantine because of the new style handle. The 2nd and 3rd photos can't be Byzantine because the interior would be different. Those would be pictures of the Violet/Corot Veneta. You can also make out the underside of the handle in the 3rd photo. (see the seam?).
If you are interested, ask her for more pictures, because she hasn't provided a photo of the authenticity tag in the pocket. Sellers will sometimes use pictures they've found on the internet (or other listings) which is a big no-no and not very smart, because had she provided all the necessary information, that bag could have been sold today.
However, I think sometimes it's best to deal with sellers that are a bit more familiar with the products they're selling. Makes for a pleasant transaction all around. If you are the least bit unsure, keep looking.
Hope that helps a little bit :flowers:
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Thanks so much, seriously. I really appreciate it. You have an amazing body of knowledge of BV - I'm so much in awe, and thank you for sharing your expertise. I think I'll continue to keep a look out for another one. :flowers:
 
#2,884
V0N1B2 said:
No red flags and I think this is Violet from 2012, BUT!

Please ask the seller for a photo of the auth tag so I can give you a more accurate opinion.

Brandoff is a reputable seller, I'm sure they will oblige your request. :flowers:
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Thank you so much!! I actually found out that boutique pricing here in Hawaii cheaper than the mainland, so a new one was only $100 more than this listing- I bought the Byzantine purple one today! [emoji179] Thank you again!!!
 
#2,885
Please Help!

I'm not well versed in Bottega (former Coach collector), it seems this bag I purchased is a replica as this model number was only given to the replicas??? The leather feels plastic and the tag folds??

The pictures are from me, I have received the bag already and have asked the seller if it's authentic and they replied that it is. ImageUploadedByPurseForum1452531998.959660.jpgImageUploadedByPurseForum1452532021.648765.jpgImageUploadedByPurseForum1452532038.674131.jpg. I apologize it's not in proper format but this is no longer an auction.

Seller: shawnbecs
Site: eBay
Title: Bottega Vendetta made in Italy

Thank you in advance. Luckily I didn't spend much of it's not authentic.
 
#2,886
Nekolassa said:
Please Help!

I'm not well versed in Bottega (former Coach collector), it seems this bag I purchased is a replica as this model number was only given to the replicas??? The leather feels plastic and the tag folds??

The pictures are from me, I have received the bag already and have asked the seller if it's authentic and they replied that it is. View attachment 3238148View attachment 3238149View attachment 3238150. I apologize it's not in proper format but this is no longer an auction.

Seller: shawnbecs
Site: eBay
Title: Bottega Vendetta made in Italy

Thank you in advance. Luckily I didn't spend much of it's not authentic.
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I have no reason to this isn't authentic. The model number actually belongs to this style bag, the heatstamp and the authenticity tag look fine to me. There was a bright blue done for spring/summer 2010, and this bag also came in brown and black. I'm at work and won't be home for a few days so I don't have my BV detective gear with me. Give me a couple of days and I'll see if I can find you a bit more information :flowers:
 
#2,892
ineedbags said:
Thanks so much, seriously. I really appreciate it. You have an amazing body of knowledge of BV - I'm so much in awe, and thank you for sharing your expertise. I think I'll continue to keep a look out for another one. :flowers:
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Hi VON1B2- I learnt so much from your wisdom. I was tempted on this same bag. It was finally sold. I am glad that I did not take the plunge as I was debating if the color is hard to maintain. Now that I reviewed the thread, I heave a sigh of relief. The seller seems to be a professional one but nowadays, one can never tell. Thanks to Ineedbags as well for enquiring on this listing.

Great week ahead. Time for me to hit the sack. Asia timing !
 
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