It should be perfectly centered on the leather tag inside the bag, and the tag itself should have rounded corners (not square). Open it up: "Don’t forget to take a look at the interior heat stamp. If there are significant stitch length changes, it may be a cause for concern."ģ.
Pro tip: Look for stitches that go from a long to short length over the bulkier/thicker portions of the bag. Stitching that is inconsistent in length strongly suggests the item is inauthentic. Zoom in on the stitching: "The Lady Dior, in particular, is known for its iconic, nearly impossible-to-replicate Cannage stitching. True Christian Dior hardware should have a nice finish, with no waves or brush strokes."Ģ. Often, fakes will use cheaper metal hardware that will have “waving” in it. Check your charm: "Dior bags often feature the brand’s lettered DIOR charms, and the “O” charm should be in the back. But there's more to the process of buying a Dior bag, too, according to Amanda Joseph, ThredUp Merchandising Manager, and Luxe Specialist.Īhead, her expert tips on everything you should keep in mind before you hand over your credit card and purchase a Dior bag for yourself. So before you pull the trigger, research is key. Sure, it might not be as big a decision as picking your engagement ring, but the designer arm candy is an investment piece that certainly doesn't come cheap. We've learned some great tips in our time though, like sale season is your best friend, buying winter clothes in the summer can save you major bucks, and last but certainly not least, don't buy a designer handbag without first doing some thorough research.īuying a Dior bag, for example, is a big life decision. Buying new, luxe, on-trend items is incredibly tempting, and as editors, we really do have to practice restraint because, well, shopping is kind of our MO. If you've purchased something pricey on a whim only to be met with a wave of buyer's remorse shortly thereafter, you're not alone.