The design, the shape, the way you carry it and sometimes even the colour can tell people more about you. If you're carrying a luxury designer bag like Channel, Gucci, Bottega Veneta, Prada, Coach, Teflar and others, it's always very clear and unequivocal that you've spent a lot of money on it. Counterfeiters have become increasingly adept at mimicking luxury brand logos and styles, but there are some indicators that can help you spot a fake designer. Tracy Nyang, who sells imported secondhand designer handbags, shares some insights. Most people say they can tell genuine leather by the look, feel and smell, but you should also look at the colour of the original handbag and the consistency of the stitching," she adds.

Source: Daily Nation May 03, 2024 11:16 UTC