Every fashionista and glam girl has dreamed of or remember the first time you opened that box or bag to reveal your first designer handbag. Does anything feel better? Well….Yea…knowing you only paid a fraction of the price! Vintage Designer Handbags give you the feeling of accomplishment without the damage to you coin purse. Check out your local flea markets and thrift stores to find these treasures but keep these tips in mind to assure you are getting the “Real” Deal!
1. Certificates and ID cards
Majority of designer bags are sold with the cards of identity. They are usually the size of a business card. They contain all the information about the bag: its model type, its colour, size and serial number.
2. Dust Bag
Designer bags are always sold together with a dust bag, which usually has a designer’s logo. However, your vintage designer handbag could have a very complicated destiny and could lose its fabric dust bag. In that case…
3. Look inside the bag
Inside it should be the designer’s logo in leather or metal, it depends on the brand.
4. Lining
Lining should be of high quality with the brands name on it. Some brands have particular lining, such as Prada’s black lining with simple motif and Prada logo.
5. Registration number
Usually a registration number is sewn inside the lining. It looks very simple, just several figures on a white label.
6. Stitching
The stitching on the bag itself and on its handles should be neat and rather short. Big brands bags are usually handmade, so the length of the stitches can vary.
Good luck with your vintage shopping!
The Luxurious Life 
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