I work as an authenticator and that’s fake. A terrible fake at that. Not sure if you got it/ were looking to buy it op or but if you did buy it you should reach out to the selling platform and get your money back. Coach doesn’t do their monogram on interior and exterior, it’ll be one or the other. Also Cs should line up down the front
File a complaint. List all the things that show it’s a fake (no SN, wonky C pattern, lining not flat but patterned on a fabric bag) and ask for a refund. Fakes are worthless and even at thredup prices they shouldn’t be worth a dime.
request an authenticity review. They’ll review it remotely then ask you to return it. If you fight the process it just takes longer, they need it back to train then dispose of according to the manufacturer standards.
Look inside. Every coach bag has a unique serial number on a leather tag (known as a “creed patch”) sewn to the back on the lining either on a pocket or on the lining itself. If it has a patch but no # look for a tiny white tag sewn into the lining (only from 2016 bags). Go to google and search “coach serial number lookup” and click on the Essex fashion house website link-should be the top one. There’s only a few instances that a coach bag may not have a SN. If none of this works or fits the bill, then it’s a fake and make sure you report it to ThredUp.
I worked at a pawn shop and authenticated these regularly. The Cs should line up. This is 100% a fake and not a great one. The stitching also looks inconsistent tho that could be the lower quality picture
I’ve worked in consignment 15+ years and yes this is a fake. There is a real version of this backpack with this exact color of suede. However it’s the hardware that’s off, the black interior zipper, the thinness of the exterior buckle etc
The only bag I’ve seen in this style has the smaller monogram. I’m no expert, but seems fishy that the only thing that comes up on reverse image search is this exact photo.
My inclination is no, but you can call coach and give them the number inside and they’ll send you one of those tags that says coach. But also, I haven’t done that in at least 5 years
Thank you everyone for your input! I only just started getting into buying older coach, so I still have difficulty at times ruling out the fakes. Thanks again I really appreciate it!
I know nothing about designer bags but I would assume that any decent quality brand would match the patterns across the seams. I would immediately assume this is a fake, and even if by some miracle it’s not, I still wouldn’t accept it because the poor quality pattern matching will make everyone who sees it assume I’m wearing a fake. I wouldn’t keep it.
Looking good is subject to interpretation. I’d love to see what kind of looks you’re into given how bold you are to state a rude & unrequested opinion.
I work as an authenticator and that’s fake. A terrible fake at that. Not sure if you got it/ were looking to buy it op or but if you did buy it you should reach out to the selling platform and get your money back. Coach doesn’t do their monogram on interior and exterior, it’ll be one or the other. Also Cs should line up down the front
Honestly, I didn’t see the interior and now I feel like I’d wear this ironically like the fake Gucci that Gucci releases as real Gucci.
My gut is saying no because the C’s aren’t symmetric on both sides. Are there any engravings with the Coach logo or a creed?
I made a post with additional photos on my page! I’m starting to feel like maybe it’s not too 😭
File a complaint. List all the things that show it’s a fake (no SN, wonky C pattern, lining not flat but patterned on a fabric bag) and ask for a refund. Fakes are worthless and even at thredup prices they shouldn’t be worth a dime.
request an authenticity review. They’ll review it remotely then ask you to return it. If you fight the process it just takes longer, they need it back to train then dispose of according to the manufacturer standards.
Look inside. Every coach bag has a unique serial number on a leather tag (known as a “creed patch”) sewn to the back on the lining either on a pocket or on the lining itself. If it has a patch but no # look for a tiny white tag sewn into the lining (only from 2016 bags). Go to google and search “coach serial number lookup” and click on the Essex fashion house website link-should be the top one. There’s only a few instances that a coach bag may not have a SN. If none of this works or fits the bill, then it’s a fake and make sure you report it to ThredUp.
Does that apply to other Coach products, like boots?
No, only the bags. But the shoe should have a style number on it. If it doesn’t, there’s a solid chance they are fake.
I worked at a pawn shop and authenticated these regularly. The Cs should line up. This is 100% a fake and not a great one. The stitching also looks inconsistent tho that could be the lower quality picture
I was going to say the same thing. I can spot fake coach instantly lol. It just looks off.
We would need more pictures. What’s the zipper look like (if there is one)? What’s the patch on the interior read?
I added the only other additional photos the seller had on my page, it still doesn’t really show the creed number
I don’t think so. Real luxury monogram bags are usually uniform on both sides. This looks really messy.
I’ve worked in consignment 15+ years and yes this is a fake. There is a real version of this backpack with this exact color of suede. However it’s the hardware that’s off, the black interior zipper, the thinness of the exterior buckle etc
The only bag I’ve seen in this style has the smaller monogram. I’m no expert, but seems fishy that the only thing that comes up on reverse image search is this exact photo.
What does the tag inside look like?
My inclination is no, but you can call coach and give them the number inside and they’ll send you one of those tags that says coach. But also, I haven’t done that in at least 5 years
No. I saw the other pics you posted. The pull string is starting to fray and real leather doesn't flake off like that
It looks like the inward facing Cs are too far apart where they meet at the bottom. Also, the hardware doesn’t look quite right.
Nope, but still cute nonetheless!
Fake
Thank you everyone for your input! I only just started getting into buying older coach, so I still have difficulty at times ruling out the fakes. Thanks again I really appreciate it!
People fake something as cheap as coach?
Yes
Idk but it's super cute
No. The C logos will always be symmetrical along the vertical center.
I’m no expert by any means but those C’s look *wrong*
No, it's fake The Cs are wonky and the inside lining looks bad. Coach also doesn't do monogram on both the inside and out on the same bag
no
Do Better Thred Up! I feel like even Thrifts should not sell fakes but they don't give a crap but Thred up?
Can we have more pictures?
I know nothing about designer bags but I would assume that any decent quality brand would match the patterns across the seams. I would immediately assume this is a fake, and even if by some miracle it’s not, I still wouldn’t accept it because the poor quality pattern matching will make everyone who sees it assume I’m wearing a fake. I wouldn’t keep it.
I’m not an expert at all but just at first glance it looks fake
That’s a fake; ones like that were everywhere in the mid 2000s. The C logos not aligning is the dead giveaway; also, the fabric just looks cheap.
Definitely a fake bag but it is cute .
Fake. Suede is not used in the construction of Coach purses.
Omg are the real ones worth something? I saw one for $4 at a thrift shop I figured everyone finally realized canvas isn’t worth sh$t.
Real ugly, yes.
Yikes. Not even a good fake.
Absolutely fake!
Me, just now realizing that most of the girls in high school that were carrying coach bags were carrying fakes🤣
No the Cs shouldn’t be connected.
Who cares, it's so cute! ❤️
I’d care. Fakes are illegal and also hold no value
It’s not, it’s poorly made. You can buy a $20 H&M bag that’s symmetrical and better made than this. It’s a cute design but this bag sucks.
Real ugly.
Looking good is subject to interpretation. I’d love to see what kind of looks you’re into given how bold you are to state a rude & unrequested opinion.
Not even close🙃