Authenticate This DOONEY & BOURKE

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Thanks so much.:tup:

Oh, I'm getting it! There's one person bidding on it be they must be low-balling the heck out of the seller.

not always - so i would say false. all my dooney bags came with their handles wrapped in plastic.

'K. Good to know. Some of this seller's bags come with plastic handles and that's a portion of the reason why I was a little hesitant about bidding on her bags...
 
A little help please...
I strongly believe this purse to be authentic. I have a better eye for spotting fake Dooney's than I would a Coach but I have never spent anything approaching $200+ on a purse unless I was at an actual Coach or Dooney Store. So I need some more eyes on this as I am seeing all this stuff about 'quality fakes' and I'm just really second-guessing myself right now.

Anywho--
this Dooney is on sale at d&b.com but it's cheaper with this seller. Retail is $295. (They're asking $198 or best offer).
100% feedback and some feefback referring to the authenticity of the seller's bags in a positive light.

Haven't placed a bid, yet.
Already asked the buyer a series of questions about the bag.
Waiting to hear back from her before I bid.

Thanks in advance.:tup:

Also, can I run my bags by a clerk at the Coach and d&b stores for authentification?
ALSO (lol)--I read that plastic-wrapped straps were indications of a fake. True...?

The bag is absolutely authentic and lovely. Good luck.

Although some brands with plastic on the handles/straps indicate fake, Dooney isn't one of them. You'll often find Dooneys with plastic. (You'll also see fake Dooneys with plastic, so do be careful.)

If you run your bag by a Dooney clerk, don't mention ebay!! Tell them it was a gift or make up some similar source. Many designer companies don't like that their items are sold on ebay and have been known to lie about authenticity if they know that it was bought or sold on ebay.
 
Although some brands with plastic on the handles/straps indicate fake, Dooney isn't one of them. You'll often find Dooneys with plastic. (You'll also see fake Dooneys with plastic, so do be careful.)

If you run your bag by a Dooney clerk, don't mention eBay!! Tell them it was a gift or make up some similar source. Many designer companies don't like that their items are sold on ebay and have been known to lie about authenticity if they know that it was bought or sold on ebay.

Ok, Good to know. I don't even recall how my purses are packaged. I'll start paying attention now.

good luck girl!!!!:tup:
just stay on top of it. things can turn on a dime on eBay!!

LOL
Girl, who you tellin? I already lost one purse tonight and I was madder than a dern hornet. (lol) But, I refuse to bid on anything until I have more *ahem* 'financial cushion'. I went a little crazy over Christmas. Got some good deals though. So, now I'm on 'purse budget'.


But--check it out below!
This will be my first non-sig bag but I can't pass it up. Anyway, I do trust this seller but I research all bags acquired through eBay. Trying to find the little style/serial number to compare but it looks GREAT though.
I need a good black bag!

Anywho: Asking $258. Retail $355; Made in Italy.

Thing is, bidding has ended but I don't see where anyone has actually 'paid' for the purse I just see that someone has 'bid'-->$185.00.
So...maybe I'm not lusting after this purse in vain.
I do plan to email the seller about the item tonight, though.
 

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that is absolutely beautiful!!! :nuts: and the perfect black bag.
when it comes to dooney's leather bags you are getting a great deal because they last forever!
please let me know what you find out!
 
@BAG-PRINCESS
No, I lost it. but I still think the buyer is paying with a check or something. I'm still stalking. (lol)
The seller showed another bag to me. Similar style. Smaller than the black one. It's so cute, I think. Not all shiny-looking.

I'm not at all familair with this bag though. Anyway--It's a Dooney lock Satchel Bag.
--Made in Italy.
--Metallic leather w/stamped Croc look
--Serial tag is cut
--key included 10x7.5x4
--Silver feet
 

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i have seen that croc style before in that color.
sorry you missed out on that black bag :sad: but i think you are right to stay on top of it. you never know what could happen! it doesn't hurt to let the buyer know if they don't come through to get in contact with you!
 
The green bag is authentic too. Good luck.

I agree with bag-princess. Let the seller know that you're interested in the black bag is the buyer doesn't complete the transaction.
 
Hey Guys!!!
I really need your help! Can you tell me if this is an authentic Dooney and Bourke item. I am not familiar with Dooney and Bourke and I thought this purse was very cute. I just want to make sure it is real. THANKS :smile1:


Here are the pictures of the purse and registration number.

http://s422.photobucket.com/albums/pp310/lilygurl016/?action=view&current=Photo0077-1.jpg


http://s422.photobucket.com/albums/pp310/lilygurl016/?action=view&current=tag.jpg

http://s422.photobucket.com/albums/pp310/lilygurl016/?action=view&current=registration.jpg
 
it's real...does it have red color transfer or is that the shirt reflecting on it? it's the small double handle tote looks like. there should be a shoulder strap to come with it.
 
Hey Guys!!!
I really need your help! Can you tell me if this is an authentic Dooney and Bourke item. I am not familiar with Dooney and Bourke and I thought this purse was very cute. I just want to make sure it is real. THANKS :smile1:


Here are the pictures of the purse and registration number.

http://s422.photobucket.com/albums/p...hoto0077-1.jpg


http://s422.photobucket.com/albums/p...urrent=tag.jpg

http://s422.photobucket.com/albums/p...gistration.jpg

That bag is authentic.

I think that the appearance of red on the front closure is a reflection from something, perhaps something the photographer was wearing when she took the picture.
 
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