First off, those iconic YSL initials. Those babies are your first line of defense! The real deal? The letters are thick, like they’re kinda popping *out* at you. A fake? Thinner than my patience after waiting in line at Starbucks. And the engraving? Oh honey, on an authentic bag, it’s subtle. A fake? The “SAINT LAURENT PARIS” is gonna be HUGE and bulky, like it’s screaming for attention. Which, ironically, is what a fake *is* doing. It’s trying too hard.
Now, the zipper. Don’t sleep on the zipper! I mean, who even *looks* at the zipper, right? Wrong! Authenticity is in the details, babes. We’re talking quality hardware here. A real YSL zipper should feel smooth, not like you’re dragging it across sandpaper. And the hardware in general? Feels cheap? Tarnishing already? Red flag city! A real YSL is gonna have a refined finish – you can feel the quality. The fake is just… bleh. Think “dollar store” versus “boutique.”
And speaking of hardware, let’s not forget those magnetic closures on some of the smaller YSL bags. The YSL lettering is engraved – small, deep, and precise. A fake? Probably shallow and wonky. Like someone did it in their garage with a dull butter knife. Okay, maybe not THAT bad, but you get the picture.
Okay, here’s where it gets a little tricky. Some people swear by serial numbers. And yeah, they’re important. But listen, counterfeiters are getting smarter every freakin’ day. Just because it *has* a serial number doesn’t mean it’s legit. You gotta look at the whole picture. Is it in the right place? Is it the right font? Does it even *look* authentic? This is where you might need to do some serious detective work.
Spacing, too! Apparently, the spacing between certain elements on the bag is important. I read somewhere (and I’m no expert, so don’t quote me on this) that real YSL bags have a specific spacing, like 23-25 millimeters. A fake? Maybe 22-23. I mean, honestly, who’s got a ruler out measuring their handbag? But hey, every little detail counts, right?
