Jimmy Choo Authentic Bag? How To Tell

Jimmy Choo was launched in 1996 when Tamara Mellon, Acessories Editor at British Vogue realized the potential demand for stylish but wearable shoes and approached Mr Jimmy Choo, the couture shoe maker based in the East End of London, recognized for his excellent craft man ship. Tamara partnered with Mr Jimmy Choo to start the ready-to-wear shoe company and opened the first stand alone boutique on Motcomb Street, London along with a strong wholesale business.

In 1998, Jimmy Choo opened its first boutique in New York followed by Los Angeles in 1999. Sparking an immediate success amoungst young Hollywood, Jimmy Choo became synonymous with the ‘red carpet’ shoe of choice and was hailed the lucky charm for Oscar winners such as Cate Blanchett, Halle Berry, Hilary Swank and many other Hollywood actresses.

When looking for a designer handbag,  we may choose Jimmy Choo handbag. But it’s also easy to fall victim to scams and end up with a fake.

There are some instructions for you to identify whether it’s an 

Jimmy Choo handbag.

1. Check the inside label. An authentic Jimmy Choo handbag has a metal label that is lilac in color, with a leather backing. Many imitations have labels which are an incorrect shade of lilac. The lettering on the label should be gold or silver and easily read.

2. Look for high quality hardware. An authentic Jimmy Choo bag will have hardware that is large and unique. The locking mechanism will feel fairly heavy and substantial. The lock on a fake bag will feel lighter and will make a hollow sound when the bag is closed.

3. The zipper on the inside pocket will always be the same color as the bag, and should be engraved with the designer’s name in clear, precise lettering.

4. Inspect the font. With some of the better knockoffs, the difference may only be noticeable in the lettering details. In the two MM’s in JIMMY, the first line of each M should be very thin. The horizontal crossbar of the Jimmy CHOO should be toward the top rather than in the center of the letter.

Also, you can bring your Jimmy Choo bag to the local shop and let the profession workers of Jimmy Chou help you identify. That’s the best.