First off, let’s be real, everyone and their granny wants a bit of Michael Kors glam. From celebs strutting their stuff to just yer average gal wanting to look a bit swanky, MK bags are a status symbol. And where there’s demand, there are dodgy dealers ready to cash in, the cheek of them!
Now, you might think, “Ah, I’ll just buy it online, dead handy.” And yeah, it *is* handy…but it’s also a breeding ground for fakes. You’ll see stuff advertised as “Micky Ken” – seriously, they’re not even trying to hide it! – for like, €20. Now, if a deal seems too good to be true, it probably *is*. Use yer head!
Then you get the ones that are trying to be convincing. That’s where it gets tricky. We’re talking about bags that *look* the part, but under closer inspection, they’re all kinds of wrong. I mean, who can tell the difference between real leather and some kind of plastic-y imitation these days? And the stitching? Don’t even get me started!
One thing that ALWAYS gives it away, in my experience, is the hardware. Real MK bags use high-quality metal that feels heavy and solid. The fakes? They feel like cheap tin foil. Check the zips, the buckles, even the little MK charm thingy. Does it feel right? Does it look like it could withstand a good Dublin downpour without rusting?
Also, have a ganders at the lining. A proper MK bag will have a lining that’s decent quality, probably with a subtle MK logo pattern. A rubbish lining? Red flag, big time.
And look, I’m no expert, right? But here’s my tuppence worth: if you’re really splashing out, buy from an official MK store or a reputable department store like Brown Thomas. Yeah, you’ll pay a bit more, but at least you know you’re getting the real deal. Forget that dodgy Facebook marketplace nonsense.
