Now, I’m no expert, okay? But I’ve been around the block, seen a few things, especially when it comes to handbags. And lemme tell ya, spotting a *good* “Original Quality” Miu Miu? It’s an art. It’s like…detective work, but with more sequins.
First off, that matelassé. The real stuff is, like, pillowy and dreamy. Feels expensive, ya dig? The “OQ” versions…well, sometimes they nail it, sometimes they’re a bit…off. Like, the stitching is a little wonky, or the leather feels a bit plastic-y. You gotta really *feel* it, y’know? Don’t be shy, give it a good squish.
Then there’s the dust bag. Apparently, according to the interwebs, real Miu Mius have a fancy dust bag with the logo all nice and proper. Honestly? I haven’t always paid attention to the dust bag. I’m more concerned with the bag itself! But hey, if the dust bag’s cheap and flimsy, that’s a red flag, for sure. Like, *major* red flag.
And the Miu Miu card! Supposedly, it’s there. I think? Honestly, half the time I buy things, I lose the cards anyway. But if you’re buying online, ASK for pics of that card. Just to be safe.
Also, let’s talk about the *style*. Miu Miu is like, constantly bringing out new IT bags. Remember that Wander bag? Everyone had it! And Emma Corrin’s been rocking some shoulder bag on her promo tour, apparently. Keep up with the trends! If you see a “Miu Miu” bag that’s totally out of left field, and not even remotely close to anything they’ve ever made, that’s a dead giveaway that it’s not the real deal.
Okay, so here’s my totally unprofessional, kinda rambling advice:
* Touchy-feely: Feel that leather! Does it feel luxurious?
* Look closely: Stitches, hardware, the logo itself. Are they perfect? Or are there little flaws? (Real Miu Mius *can* have minor imperfections, btw, but generally, the quality control is tight.)
* Research! Know the current styles, the popular bags. Don’t be fooled by something that doesn’t exist.
* Trust your gut: If it seems too good to be true, it probably is.
