Remember that some genuine Chanel bags may have less than 10 stitches per edge, but this is usually true for smaller designs.
They are usually found either on a small leather tab such as in the bottom left example, inside of an interior pocket or tucked into a corner of the bag's interior.
1929 Chanel designs her first handbag with short chain straps and jersey quilted fabric for herself.
The bag in question needs pelo introduction. One thing is for certain, you can't dispute the craftsmanship.
Eight digit serial number printed on white sticker covered with clear tape with two Chanel logos."X" cut-lines prevent sticker from being removed without damage. "CHANEL" appears on rightright side of the sticker. Dark line appears on left side of sticker. Gold speckles appear throughout sticker.
The stitching quality, too, is a critical point in Chanel bag authentication. Chanel uses many tiny stitches, while fakes often make do with fewer, larger stitches. The stitching should be even at every seam and throughout the quilting. Authentic Chanel bags have up to eleven stitches to the side of each diamond.
An authentic bag always uses flathead screws on the backplate of the lock, never Phillips-head screws, which are a clear indicator of a copyright.
It may not look like it, but the CC lock hides so many interesting details. In an actual Chanel bag, the ‘C’s overlap perfectly, maintaining equal width.
Handles/Strap: Chanel invented a new style of shoulder strap inspired by men’s military satchels, who wore them across their chest. The gold-linking all metal chain was light yet strong, wearable on the shoulder or across the chest, so that a woman’s hands could remain free.
A hallmark of an authentic Chanel lock is its smooth and consistent finish is gold or silver, which should not show signs of flaking or discoloration, on the silver or gold plated surface, over time.
At Maison Vivienne, we take pride in our rigorous authentication process to ensure every Chanel bag we sell is genuine. When you shop with us, you can be confident that each bag has been thoroughly inspected by our experts, who know exactly how to authenticate a Chanel bag.
But the savvy shopper not only seeks to avoid counterfeits but also desires the ultimate Chanel shopping experience, which includes access to the latest designs, professional advice from knowledgeable staff, and a luxurious retail environment.
Caution: If Chanel serial number sticker doesn’t contain either CC logo markings, an ‘X’ shape cut into the tape or iridescent speckles, it could very well be fake.
Also, if you find "Chanel" printed at fake vs real Chanel bag the top or the bottom of the sticker it is not a real Chanel handbag. It is a common trait among copyright stickers. "Chanel" is supposed to be printed on the side of the sticker.