Bag Game: Can You Tell Designer Goods from Cheaper Versions?
Color blocks are one of the few ’80s fashion trends that I am okay with having a resurgence. Here, we have - (in alphabetical order by company name, because “no particular order” seemed to particular) - a former “it” bag that cost (it’s no longer available) $1,300; a knock-off verging on copying for $56; and a $26 one that is more “inspired by” than copied.
Can you tell which bag is which?
Here are some tips of things to look at (as well as you can over the Internet):
* Quality and design of clasps, seams, zippers, metal pieces, handles, material, and color.
* Logo - is on everything, including the findings? Is it perfect in color, design, placement, etc.?
* Is it floppy or stiff? Designer bags have nice form and structure to them unless “floppy” is part of the design concept.
* Are the colors evenly saturated and nicely matched or striated, blotchy, and slightly off?
UPDATE: Answers are here! Click “more” below to find out if you knew your designer from your teenie bopper store brand.
The first bag shown is the cheapest at $26. It’s available at Delia’s.
The second is by designer Fendi, and retailed for $1,300.
The final picture is by Melie Bianco, for $56.
Read more about the Fendi “It” bag and the Melie Bianco copy over at Counterfeit Chic.
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