First off, let’s be real, Prada ain’t cheap. If you see a pair of “Prada shoes” listed for, like, fifty bucks, run. Just run. It’s probably made of recycled plastic bottles and sadness. Okay, maybe not sadness, but definitely not genuine leather. I mean, the descriptions themselves can sometimes give it away. I saw one recently… let me find it… Oh, here it is: “Prada shoes for women —-The elegance of brushed leather enhances the clean design of these modern and…” And? And what?! Like they forgot to finish the sentence! That’s a red flag, people! A big, waving, “DO NOT BUY” flag.
And the “Prada reinterprets the classic loafer with a chunky design emphasized by the round…” thing? Okay, valid point, Prada *does* do chunky loafers. But, like, look at the *source* of the info. Is it on the actual Prada website? Which, by the way, is where you SHOULD be buying them if you want to guarantee authenticity, “Visit PRADA official website to brows and buy online the latest collections of bags, clothes, accessories and much more.” Boom. Done. End of story. (Except it’s not, because we’re still talking about avoiding fakes.)
But maybe you’re a bargain hunter. I get it! I love a good deal. Which leads me to the whole “authentication” thing. “Prada Authentication: Your Guide to —-Get peace of mind with physical authentication. All your favorite designers up to 70% off retail prices.” See, *that* sounds tempting, right? 70% off! BUT… “physical authentication” usually means you’re buying second-hand. Which is fine! But you *really* need to know what you’re looking for.
Things to watch out for? The stitching, obvs. Prada’s stitching is like, perfect. Even tiny, even lines. And the leather? Real leather smells like… well, leather. Not chemicals. And the logo? Make sure it’s crisp and clear, not blurry and wonky. Also, check the inside of the shoe. There should be a serial number somewhere. Google it! See if it matches the style and material.
Honestly, sometimes I think it’s easier just to save up and buy them from the store. The peace of mind alone is worth it. Plus, you get that little rush of happiness when you walk out with that iconic Prada shopping bag. You feel me?
