Authenticate This PROENZA SCHOULER

[southernbelle43]

Hi, everything looks ok but I can't remember this color. Is it dyed? Also note the fold-over clasp is missing.

I have no clue if it is dyed. The price was great and I think I can get it repaired. She said she is selling at this price because the clasp is missing. I just bought it, so wish me luck. She offers a 14 day return and I have contacted PS to see if I can order a new clasp. They may or may not be willing to sell me one. If not I will seek a leather worker to replace it for me. Thank you so much. You rule!!

 

[Elliespurse]

I have no clue if it is dyed. The price was great and I think I can get it repaired. She said she is selling at this price because the clasp is missing. I just bought it, so wish me luck. She offers a 14 day return and I have contacted PS to see if I can order a new clasp. They may or may not be willing to sell me one. If not I will seek a leather worker to replace it for me. Thank you so much. You rule!!

Congrats! Looking at the PS website I think it could be the current Birch color.

 

[southernbelle43]

Congrats! Looking at the PS website I think it could be the current Birch color.

Yea!!! Now to find some hardware to go on it. I am thrilled beyond words.

 

[vishna_old]

Hello, I bought this bag from a Friends of a friend. She said it was a gift from her husband. Luckily i paid her using PayPal. Please, help me authenticate this. It has no serial number or authenticity card. Is it normal?

 

[Elliespurse]

Hello, I bought this bag from a Friends of a friend. She said it was a gift from her husband. Luckily i paid her using PayPal. Please, help me authenticate this. It has no serial number or authenticity card. Is it normal?

Hi, it's authentic.
It's a PS1 from around 2012.
Welcome to the forums too.

 

[vishna_old]

Hi, it's authentic.
It's a PS1 from around 2012.
Welcome to the forums too.

Thanks a lot! That's a relief! I was confused, because it has no tag with serial number, I looked everywhere is it normal?

 

[Elliespurse]

Thanks a lot! That's a relief! I was confused, because it has no tag with serial number, I looked everywhere is it normal?

It's ok, the tag and serial number was introduced for Fall 2013 together with new "triangle print" lining and logo letters.

 

[vishna_old]

It's ok, the tag and serial number was introduced for Fall 2013 together with new "triangle print" lining and logo letters.

Trank you so much!

 

[southernbelle43]

Elliespurse, my eBay PS1 purse arrives tomorrow and being a PS newbie I am wondering
what type of leather is it, calf? or lamb? The seller thinks she bought it in 2015 or 2016.
There are several posts about hardware breaking (this is why I got this purse for such a great price, the flip lock is gone). Do you know if PS has corrected this? The reason I ask is that they have tentatively agreed to repair this for a fee. How lucky we are to have people like you- encyclopedias of purse knowledge. There is no way I would buy purses sight unseen without the fabulous people on TPF who are so willing to share their knowledge.. Thanks again.

 

[Elliespurse]

Elliespurse, my eBay PS1 purse arrives tomorrow and being a PS newbie I am wondering what type of leather is it, calf? or lamb? The seller thinks she bought it in 2015 or 2016.
There are several posts about hardware breaking (this is why I got this purse for such a great price, the flip lock is gone). Do you know if PS has corrected this? The reason I ask is that they have tentatively agreed to repair this for a fee. How lucky we are to have people like you- encyclopedias of purse knowledge. There is no way I would buy purses sight unseen without the fabulous people on TPF who are so willing to share their knowledge.. Thanks again.

Thanks! I think it could be calf. The lamb leather was thin, light and very soft but the color was easily discolored by humid/rainy climate. From around 2013-14 many PS1:s were calf for low maintenance. Some seasons had problems with the pin in the fold-over clasp fall out so it could be in this batch.

 

[southernbelle43]

My pre-loved PS1 just arrived and I could not be more thrilled. It is even more beautiful than I imagined. It is in excellent condition, just needs the front hardware replaced to be as new. I cannot believe I got such a bargain and could not be happier. First PS and I am definitely a fan now.

 

[cathead87]

Thanks a lot! That's a relief! I was confused, because it has no tag with serial number, I looked everywhere is it normal?

I believe this is bronze...which is one of my favorites.
It looks to be in great shape too. Congrats!

You might want to consider treating this bag. It is a lighter color and can be prone to color transfer...especially on the back were it rubs against clothing.

 

[Surfergirl23]

Hi there! Just ordered this ps1 mini, but now I'm having concerns on its authenticity. What bothers me is that there is nothing engraved on the zippers like my other ps1. Also the edges of the leather seems weird to me. Maybe I'm just freaking out. Should I be worried this is a fake? Thanks in advance!

 

[southernbelle43]

I believe this is bronze...which is one of my favorites.
It looks to be in great shape too. Congrats!

You might want to consider treating this bag. It is a lighter color and can be prone to color transfer...especially on the back were it rubs against clothing.

Like this color!

 

[Elliespurse]

Hi there! Just ordered this ps1 mini, but now I'm having concerns on its authenticity. What bothers me is that there is nothing engraved on the zippers like my other ps1. Also the edges of the leather seems weird to me. Maybe I'm just freaking out. Should I be worried this is a fake? Thanks in advance!

Hi, it's authentic.
The logo on the zippers was removed for Fall 2013 when PS also changed the lining and engravings.
Welcome to the forum!