First off, like, obviously look at the price. If it’s selling for, like, a tenth of what it usually goes for? Red flag city, baby! I mean, come on, nobody’s just giving away designer bags. Unless they’re my rich auntie who randomly showers me with gifts – which, sadly, she isn’t. *sigh*
Then, GET CLOSE AND PERSONAL. That main back label? That’s your first line of defense. Real Love Moschino uses quality fabrics, right? So the label should *feel* nice. Not scratchy, not cheap. And the lettering? It should be, like, crisp and perfect. No blurry edges or weird spacing. If the letters look wonky, that’s a HUGE sign. I mean, even I can print better than that sometimes! (Okay, maybe not *print*, but you get the idea).
And speaking of fabric, give the whole bag a good once-over. Is it flimsy? Does it smell kinda… plasticky? Authentic designer bags, including Love Moschino, are usually made with better materials. They’re not gonna use some cheap vinyl that falls apart after two uses. My friend bought a “designer” tote once and the handle literally snapped off when she put her laptop in it. Total disaster.
Oh! And don’t forget the stitching. This is a big one. Look for even, clean stitching. No loose threads, no messy seams. A real Moschino bag will have super precise stitching. Fake ones? They often cut corners (obviously). I once saw one with stitching that was so crooked it looked like a drunk toddler sewed it. It was genuinely hilarious.
Okay, now this might sound a little extra, but… check the little details, you know? Like the zippers, the hardware. Do they feel solid? Are they branded correctly? Often, the fakes will skimp on these things. They’ll use cheap zippers that get stuck or clunky hardware that looks like it came from a dollar store. It’s the little things that make the difference, tbh.
Honestly, the best way to avoid getting scammed is to buy from reputable sellers. You know, places that are known for selling authentic stuff. Like department stores or the official Moschino website. Yeah, it might cost a bit more, but at least you’ll know you’re getting the real deal. And you won’t end up with a bag that looks like it survived a garbage truck incident.
