If the devil wears Prada, then who wears Miu Miu? Paris Hilton, that’s who. When Miu Miu opened it’s the doors in Hawaii, they celebrated with a limited edition Hawaii Exclusive bag. Hawaii was the 50th state that they were in, so they offered only 50 of those exclusive bags. As you can guess, Paris Hilton ended up with one of these rare shoulder bags. Word has it that Japanese enthusiasts paid up to $15,000 for this top handbag. Owning a Miu Miu wallet or bag is a very enviable position to be in. They are some of the most highly demanded items in the fashion industry. These bags set the fashion pace for the industry, propelling it forward. Not only are the Miu Miu’s timeless and classy, these bags and wallets are more than an accessory. They are truly an investment. By guaranteeing that your handbags are authentic Miu Miu designer handbags, you can be assured of their quality and value going into the future.
The place from where you are looking to purchase your Miu Miu bag can be a main indicator of its validity. “Jenny’s Jumping Discount Store” just doesn’t seem like a place that would have thousand dollar bags anywhere in there discount inventory. So use common sense and rely on the words of wisdom, “If it seems too good to be true, it probably is.” An authenticity card or store receipt is meaningless when it comes to guaranteeing authenticity. Also, look for other products, if the store has another line of accessories, such as Miu Miu shoes or sunglasses, the odds are much better that it is a legitimate place to shop. If you are considering buying Miu Miu bags from an online site or a site that offers bidding, try to find out how many handbags are for sale. If possible, read the satisfaction surveys of prior clients. If your vendor has fifty or even a dozen of the same line for sale, raise the red flag. Better yet, see if the site has recommendations for reputable sources. Even then, be on the lookout for phishing scams. One of the most reputable online sites for the true fashionista is Bluefly.com. It does carry many of the new Miu Miu handbags.
If you have the Miu Miu handbag that you are interested in in your possession, then you can do more evaluation. Look at the physical details of the Miu Miu bags that you want to validate. Take them to one of their stores (they are now in all 50 US states!) where you can get professional help. Use a bag at the store for comparison. Compare the details or validate information;
- stitching color and width
- identification tags placement
- Serial numbers – compare number and placement.
- Lining alignment and quality
- Dust bag similarity
- Model number release date
- Color and size of bag
For much of this information, you are best off going to a local Miu Miu store and talking to a salesperson or customer service rep at the store. From what I can see, the Miu Miu website does not have customer service info on it. You can get information about the current different varieties of the handbags you might want to buy by looking on the Bluefly.com website. All current size, style and color varieties of the Miu Miu Bags are recorded and accessible for viewing after entering the section for handbags.
Many of the these bags sell out quickly. Take for instance the black leather handbags of Miu Miu in the New arrivals section of Bluefly.com. As of this writing, two out of the three bags offered are sold out.
Do not feel desperate just because the bag you want is sold out. If you see it elsewhere, take your time and do your proper research to validate its authenticity. Better to miss a purchase than to get scammed out of a thousand dollars. If you follow the rules set out here, you should do just fine. If you can not find the Miu Miu that you want, be patient or find another high quality designer. D&G bags are a good substitute. Just remember to apply the same rules for purchasing your D&G bag as for the Miu Miu or for that matter, any high end designer handbag that you are thinking of buying. You’ll end up with a great investment rather than a financial and fashion flop.