*CLOSED* Authenticate This KATE SPADE

[x UHOH X]

Can someone please tell me if these purses are real or fakes? I purchased them at an auction today really cheap. I am hoping I got the deal of the century, but I think they are fake. Can someone please help me?

Sorry but you got taken.

If you pry those metal tags off the front, you'll see that they are attached similarly to staples. And the label inside the bag is a sticky label that will peel right off.

Agree, sorry to say it. On the first one, the metal KS plate is off centered from the patch behind it, and some of the stitching is a little off. On the second, the stitching looks like a clue, as well as the bottom - is that leather or PVC? I hope you didn't get REALLY taken at the auction.

 

[stampininfredva]

Sorry but you got taken.

If you pry those metal tags off the front, you'll see that they are attached similarly to staples. And the label inside the bag is a sticky label that will peel right off.

Oh well!! I guess there was a reason why I got them for $5.00 each. I figured it was to good to be true!! Thank you for your help!! How do you learn how to spot a fake? Is there a website?

 

[x UHOH X]

Help with authentication - Please

I am planning to purchase this KS mini-bag. However, I am not sure if this is authentic. Would like your expert opinion before buying.

Thanks in advance!

http://www.use.com/618518a02f7be8993914?p=1#photo=1

http://www.ebay.ph/itm/LoveFashionDepot-Authentic-Kate-Spade-Black-Nylon-Bag-/110759902124?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_211&hash=item19c9cdfbac

You may have to wait for the REAL experts, but the clues look right and at least the seller uses his/her own photos. It looks like a Thelma bag, but with longer handle, but again, you might want to wait for one of the ladies with more knowledge.

 

[stampininfredva]

Agree, sorry to say it. On the first one, the metal KS plate is off centered from the patch behind it, and some of the stitching is a little off. On the second, the stitching looks like a clue, as well as the bottom - is that leather or PVC? I hope you didn't get REALLY taken at the auction.

It's probably PVC!! I guess I have alot to learn about purses!! That is why I collect and sell antique glass!! LOL!! I did get alot of "real" nice glass today for cheap!! I have a third bag that I new right off the bat it was fake. It had big feet and a bow on the front of it. In which I have read the striped purses don't have the bow. Oh well a lesson learned!! Thank you all for your help!!

 

[x UHOH X]

Oh well!! I guess there was a reason why I got them for $5.00 each. I figured it was to good to be true!! Thank you for your help!! How do you learn how to spot a fake? Is there a website?

It's probably PVC!! I guess I have alot to learn about purses!! That is why I collect and sell antique glass!! LOL!! I did get alot of "real" nice glass today for cheap!! I have a third bag that I new right off the bat it was fake. It had big feet and a bow on the front of it. In which I have read the striped purses don't have the bow. Oh well a lesson learned!! Thank you all for your help!!

How do you learn? LOTS of trial and error, and paying attention to some of the forums here. BeenBurned is VERY observant, and has taught me lots about the Coach bags as well as things to note about how sellers operate. If you're an antique glass collector, you'll understand how to spot the clues to look for once you get the hang of it. Some things to note about slightly pricier purses:

1.) make sure if they say it's leather, it's really leather. PVC is fabric and will often fray around edges or purse hard ware and will be an indicator.

2.) The pricier purses (brand regardless) will typically have quality construction - pay attention to how even the stitches are, how the "plates" or brand name labels are attached, how well the purse is joined together, and the materials of which it's made (like zippers: usually they don't use cheap feeling/looking zippers in a $300+ purse!)

This doesn't mean there aren't absolutely AWESOME fakes...it just helps narrow the competition, so to speak. Good luck!

 

[BeenBurned]

Oh well!! I guess there was a reason why I got them for $5.00 each. I figured it was to good to be true!! Thank you for your help!! How do you learn how to spot a fake? Is there a website?

I'm sorry they took you even for $10. By law, they're required to authenticate items but sadly, few estate sales or auctions obey the law.

Here's a really helpful guide. Kat, aka elviscostellofan on ebay, is THE kate spade guru:

http://ihatecounterfeitbags.info/

 

[gordomom]

Hi ladies,

I purchased this KS Jamesport Natia earlier this year from an Ebay seller. Would you mind taking a look and let me know if there are any concerns about authenticity?

Please also let me know if you need any other photos.

Thanks so much!

share.shutterfly.com/action/welcome?sid=8AbuHDRu5csm8Y

p.s. When I clicked on the link, it didn't work. However, when I copied and pasted it into the address line, it did.

 

[Smilette]

You may have to wait for the REAL experts, but the clues look right and at least the seller uses his/her own photos. It looks like a Thelma bag, but with longer handle, but again, you might want to wait for one of the ladies with more knowledge.

Thanks for your insights. I'll heed your call to wait for the others to provide their opinions as well.

 

[marissk]

Hi ladies,

I purchased this KS Jamesport Natia earlier this year from an Ebay seller. Would you mind taking a look and let me know if there are any concerns about authenticity?

Please also let me know if you need any other photos.

Thanks so much!

share.shutterfly.com/action/welcome?sid=8AbuHDRu5csm8Y

p.s. When I clicked on the link, it didn't work. However, when I copied and pasted it into the address line, it did.

This looks completely authentic to me. The counterfeiters have yet to copy the license plate label with the gold-plated rivets and the interior label and zipper surround are correct. You got an authentic bag.

 

[marissk]

I'm sorry they took you even for $10. By law, they're required to authenticate items but sadly, few estate sales or auctions obey the law.

Here's a really helpful guide. Kat, aka elviscostellofan on ebay, is THE kate spade guru:

http://ihatecounterfeitbags.info/

OK, so I'm a beotch (sometimes), but I'd take those fakes back to the auction house, demand your money back. If they refuse, I'd let them know that they are violating Federal laws by selling counterfeit merchandise. I'd then march my chubby butt down to the police and file a claim against them for selling counterfeit merchandise.

That's not being a beotch...that's being an educated consumer!

 

[marissk]

You may have to wait for the REAL experts, but the clues look right and at least the seller uses his/her own photos. It looks like a Thelma bag, but with longer handle, but again, you might want to wait for one of the ladies with more knowledge.

I agree...the embossed hardware is certainly authentic. It's the real thing.

 

[BeenBurned]

OK, so I'm a beotch (sometimes), but I'd take those fakes back to the auction house, demand your money back. If they refuse, I'd let them know that they are violating Federal laws by selling counterfeit merchandise. I'd then march my chubby butt down to the police and file a claim against them for selling counterfeit merchandise.

That's not being a beotch...that's being an educated consumer!

I don't disagree at all. I've been laughed at in thrift shops when I've informed them that they're selling fakes. They claim that they aren't selling as authentic and are allowed to do that.

 

[marissk]

I don't disagree at all. I've been laughed at in thrift shops when I've informed them that they're selling fakes. They claim that they aren't selling as authentic and are allowed to do that.

They're wrong. The law states that any goods that have a label on it that is not either authorized nor licensed by the trademark holder (think of "offically licensed MLB or NFL stuff) or is not provided directly from the trademark holder is illegal to sell. Such goods can be confiscated and destroyed.

This is the policy eBay tries to enforce (although lately, they've been VERY lax as several fake KS bags that I reported numerous times sold over the past week).

 

[Smilette]

I agree...the embossed hardware is certainly authentic. It's the real thing.

Thanks Marissk! I'll bid on the item now

 

[gordomom]

This looks completely authentic to me. The counterfeiters have yet to copy the license plate label with the gold-plated rivets and the interior label and zipper surround are correct. You got an authentic bag.

Thanks so much, Marissk!

I completely agree with you & BB on the fakes. Someone's got to hold up the standards!! I've only seen one fake in real life before (a Coach), back when I was just learning. Maybe it was even BB who helped confirm...