Chanel is a popular fashion brand founded in 1909 by pioneer French fashion designer, Gabrielle Bonheur ‘Coco’ Chanel. Her extraordinary influence on fashion was such that she became the only couturier to enter the list of Top 100 Most Important People of the Century by Forbes magazine. Due to the popularity of the brand and the high end price tag attached to its products, not many people can afford it. However, many companies sell authentic discount Chanel purses that are pre-owned whereas many sell replicas. Therefore while you are selecting one make sure that you know how to spot the fake, so that you don’t end up being duped. Guidelines to Spot a Fake Discount Chanel Purse Following are a few simple things to remember in order to avoid buying replica discount Chanel purses: Craftsmanship: If you have hand felt a Chanel purse you would know that the authentic purses are made from the finest material and fabric. Do not purchase from retailers who sell you bags made from faux leather as Chanel does not deal with that material. Calfskin or goatskin is popularly used to manufacture the authentic bags. Identify loose or uneven stitches on the bag. Discount Chanel purse that have logos merely printed on them instead of engraved or embroidered are also mere replicas. On the Inside: Most authentic Chanel purses have a Chanel logo embossed on the inside in gold or silver. Check to make sure that the color and pattern of the inside logo would match with that on the outside or on the zip puller. If the tag is missing or anything is misspelled, the bag is clearly a cheap knockoff. Also, do not settle for the tags that say anything apart from ‘Made in Italy’ or ‘Made...

Louis Vuitton has remained one of the top handbag companies in the world for many years. Always having the latest styles and keeping with today’s trends, Louis Vuitton offers high quality handbags and incredible style that is sure to make you the envy of all of your friends. The only problem is that the high quality and incredible style comes with a high price tag. Luckily, it is possible to find these designer handbags at much lower prices than their original retail price by shopping at a Louis Vuitton outlet. The term outlet usually means you are guaranteed to save money, especially at outlets that sell secondhand Louis Vuitton handbags. Since Louis Vuitton offers such incredible craftsmanship and quality, their purses are known to last for a great many years – more years than any typical handbag. The beauty of its quality means that Louis Vuitton purses are perfect for secondhand stores. Too many women purchase purses for one or two specific outfits or occasions and then do not use them any longer. These women have many purses sitting in the corner of their wardrobe, doing nothing but collecting dust. Rather than wasting such a gorgeous purse, a Louis Vuitton outlet will either purchase the purse from you or sell it on consignment, giving you a fraction of the proceeds when it sells. This is a great way to clean out your wardrobe, as well as make some money back on such a large purchase. If you are in the market to purchase a Louis Vuitton purse but shudder at their retail prices, you can purchase your purse at a Louis Vuitton outlet. Reputable outlets offer secondhand Louis Vuitton purses of utmost quality and style. They are very choosy about which purses they will...

If you love designer handbags and have a few laying around the house that you no longer use, you can make the best of both worlds with consign handbags. Consignment shops are the latest up and coming place to sell designer clothing and handbags you no longer use, making it a great way to make a little extra money. The best thing about consignment shops is that you can turn around and use the money you made on your sales and purchase other designer handbags at the same consignment store. Using consignment stores is a great way to make the most out of your wardrobe without breaking the bank. Many consignment shops will consign handbags, which means you get a certain percentage of the sale of the handbag without having to do any work. This is a great way for busy people to sell their handbags without having to deal with the hassle of listing the item, paying the listing fees and monitoring the item as people look at it. When you give your handbag to a consignment store, they handle all of the aspects of selling your handbag for you. The advantage to using a consignment shop to sell your designer handbags is the great amount of exposure your bag will get, especially if you use a well-known consignment shop. Another use for consignment shops is to purchase designer handbags. Consign handbags are typically a small fraction of the original price of the handbag, making it easier for women of all income levels to afford their dream handbag. Whether you have had your eye on a certain brand or style handbag or you just like to buy designer handbags periodically, when you buy your handbags from consignment stores, you will get more for...

If you are a woman who loves handbags, chances are you have heard of and quite possibly are in love with Louis Vuitton handbags. There are a variety of reasons women of all ages love these bags. The high quality, incredible design and trendiness of these purses have made them one of the most popular accessories for many years. Unfortunately, with popularity come imitations. In order to determine whether you are receiving the real deal, there are a few things you should look for. Stitching Real Louis Vuitton handbags are handcrafted and finished perfectly. There are no mistakes or stitches out of place on the authentic bags. When you are inspecting a particular handbag to purchase, look at the stitching. If the number of stitches is uneven or the stitching is out of place, chances are you are looking at a fake purse. If you are unsure about where to look or what to look for, you can look at the authentic versions online to give you a better idea of what it should look like. Monogram The LV monogram is a signature feature of any Louis Vuitton product. The imitation products will likely have uneven monogramming or even miss monogramming on one side. Thoroughly inspect the handbag you are thinking about purchasing to determine if it is real. If the monogram is not perfectly stitched, it is probably an imitation. Structure The structure of the purse you are looking at is also important. If you are unsure about the exact number of pockets, placement of zippers or type of dust bag the purse you will purchase should come with, you can look online at the Louis Vuitton website to confirm the features you should see in the authentic purses. Some imitation purses are...

If you are a woman that loves purses, you probably love the highly sought after designer handbags, such as Hermes handbags. What you might not love as much is the high price tag that usually accompanies these handbags. Even when you find a Hermes sale, you might wonder how any woman affords to own a designer bag because the prices are still incredibly high. The secret is slowly coming out, however; women everywhere are purchasing secondhand Hermes bags at a fraction of the regular price. The benefits of purchasing a secondhand Hermes bag are numerous and make your purchase well worth the price. What might seem like a dream handbag you would own forever to you, might just be a fad for another woman. Believe it or not, women buy handbags just to have them, whether they like to collect them or even just buy a handbag for one specific outfit. Once they are done with their designer purse, rather than let it sit and collect dust, many stores are choosing to sell secondhand designer purses to women who normally would not be able to afford them. There are many benefits to purchasing a secondhand designer purse from a Hermes sale. The biggest and most obvious benefit is the amount of money you will save by purchasing a secondhand bag. When purses are sold secondhand, there is a significant price savings, making it easier for anyone to buy the bag of their dreams. Another reason to purchase secondhand handbags from a Hermes sale is when you are buying a purse for one occasion or even a few occasions. When you know you will only need the purse a few times, it makes sense to buy one secondhand. It will make you and your pocketbook...

The Gospel According to Coco Chanel: Life Lessons from the World’s Most Elegant Woman, written by Karen Karbo was published in 2009. This alone goes to show what an icon Coco Chanel and her brand are. The novel chronicles the grandeur of Coco Chanel’s achievements and recommends that people should derive inspiration from her personality, to embrace the tiny moments and live life on their own terms. For such reasons and the timeless designs, authentic Chanel purses have been the crowning glory of many a celebrity wardrobe. Top Stars that Flaunt Authentic Chanel Purses Celebrities are constantly under pressure to look their best. Haunted and followed by the media and in consequence constantly judged and critically analyzed in terms of how they look, celebrities cannot afford to go awry in terms of fashion. Their choice of clothes and accessories has to be impeccable and high fashion. Here is a list of some of your favorite celebs who flaunt authentic Chanel purses: Nicole Richie Daughter of singer Lionel Richie, Nicole is a renowned fashion designer, singer, author and an actor. Her obsession for Chanel bags could never be hidden from the media. She herself declared somewhere around the end of 2010 that she owns at least 30 authentic Chanel purses. Blake Lively A rising actress and face of the popular TV series 90210, Blake Lively was chosen by Karl Lagerfeld (the creative director of Chanel) as the official face of the “MADEMOISELLE” line. She was recently spotted carrying a metallic cobalt blue version of the 2.55, which is the signature Chanel purse. Jennifer Love Hewitt The American actress, producer and former singer and writer was also spotted in a quilted black and golden, two-stringed, hung by the shoulder Chanel handbag. She decided to carry her...