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HOW TO FIND VINTAGE BAGS ON MARKETPLACE THIS CHRISTMAS

So the run up to the festive season is underway, and if you've got gifts on the 🧠 ASOS Marketplace has the answer: ✨vintage bags✨ From minis and clutches to totes and cross-body options, there're bags of styles to choose from 😉 Keep it locked for our guide on how to find the best ones that DEFINITELY won't need a gift receipt.
burberry bag

burberry bag

SCOPE IT OUT

Burberry Vintage Nova Check Black Shoulder Tote, £185

When it comes to judging the authenticity of a bag, our trusted ASOS Marketplace crew say that first impressions are EVERYTHING. Take a real good look at the bag and pay particular attention to sizing, symmetry, and the hardware, too 👀 Sometimes inauthentic bags can feel lighter or heavier than the original, so don't be scared to give it a feel.

louis vuitton bag

louis vuitton bag

PEEP THE PRINT

Louis Vuitton Vintage 2002 Cabas Mezzo Monogram Shoulder Bag, £395

For monogram bags especially, pattern plays a big part in testing authenticity. If the bag is genuine, the pattern will be aligned and consistent across the front and back. Plus, don't forget to look at the interior 🔎 If it's all good, you're one step closer to securing your fave's fave gift!
gucci bag

gucci bag

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CHECK THE LABEL

Gucci Leather Vintage Shoulder Brown Silver Tote £145

A really good tip from the team is to give the label a proper peep 👀 Authentic text tends to be on two to three lines, and fakes often have font discrepancies and spacing issues ✍️

 

So there you have it, top tips from ASOS Marketplace pros 🙌 Now you can bag gifts for your friends and fam (or yourself, we won't tell!) stress-free 🤗

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