First things first, just take a good, *long* look at the bag. I mean, *really* look. Does something just feel…off? Authentic Dior bags, especially the Lady Dior, have this *je ne sais quoi*, this aura of class and quality. Fakes? They often look kinda… cheap. Like they’re trying too hard, y’know? The overall look should be impeccable. The stitching should be perfect. (More on that later). Seriously, sometimes it’s just a gut feeling, trust your instincts!
Then, get up close and personal with that “Christian Dior PARIS MADE IN ITALY” label inside. This is HUGE. The font is crucial. On a real Dior, it’s usually a thinner, more elegant font. Fakes often have thick, clunky lettering. And the spacing? Oh man, the spacing! Fakes are notorious for getting the spacing between the letters and words all wrong. Its gotta be *just* right. It also has to be straight. No wobbliness allowed!
And speaking of stitching… pay CLOSE attention! Dior stitching is immaculate. It’s even, precise, and the thread color should match perfectly. Fake bags often have wonky, uneven stitches, loose threads, or the color is just… wrong. Like, a slightly off shade of gray instead of the perfect silver. It’s a dead giveaway. Think of it this way, Dior isn’t gonna let some apprentice butcher their bags with bad stitching!
Hardware is another big one. That Dior charm? The D-I-O-R letters? These are often where fakes really fall down. They should be heavy, perfectly aligned, and the finish should be flawless. Fakes often use cheaper materials, so the charms might feel light, flimsy, or even have a weird, plasticky sheen. And pay attention to how they’re attached! Authentic charms are securely fastened, not just dangling precariously.
Oh, and that date code! Don’t forget to check the date code. It should be located somewhere inside the bag, often on a leather tab. Understanding how Dior date codes work can be a whole thing in itself, so I’d recommend googling “Dior date code guide” to get the lowdown. If the date code is missing altogether, or if it’s completely wrong for the year the bag is supposed to be from… huge red flag.
And lets be honest, if the price seems too good to be true, it probably is. A real Lady Dior is an investment. It’s not gonna be selling for a bargain basement price. If you find one that seems incredibly cheap, there’s a really good chance it’s a fake.
