Jodie bag by Bottega Veneta: recognising a counterfeit!
Legend has it that the bag got its name from the American actress Jodie Foster, who wore it and used it as a shield in the face of the press. Released in 2020, this bag combines modernity and elegance and has been the talk of the town. In just a short space of time, it has become an 'it-bag'. Available in a range of colours and sizes, the Jodie bag is now a must-have in every wardrobe. But its price may turn some heads. So you may be tempted to buy it on the second-hand market or outside an official shop. However, it would be unfortunate if you found yourself faced with a counterfeit. That's why, in this article, we reveal our tips for spotting and avoiding a fake Bottega Veneta Jodie bag.
The zip :
First of all, pay particular attention to the zip on your luxury bag. It tells you a lot about its authenticity. The details contained in the zip are generally poorly replicated.
On an authentic Bottega Veneta bag, the end of the zip pull should have a triangular hole. It is not uncommon for replica factories to forget this detail and make this end with a round or rectangular hole.
Using the pull tab should also not be complicated, the opening and closing movement should be fluid, and the pull tab should not be blocked on one side or the other.
On the left, an authentic Bottega Veneta zip, on the right, a counterfeit BV zip.
Bag material :
Bottega Veneta's Jodies bags are made from genuine lambskin on the outside and calfskin on the inside. The quality of the leathers used ensures that the bag retains its shape at all times. The poor quality leathers used by counterfeit factories don't allow this, and the bags are very malleable.
You can also recognise a genuine Jodie bag by its shape. It should be circular and stay in place. The fact that a replica does not retain its shape also gives the bag a worn appearance.
On the left, a real Jodie bag, on the right, a counterfeit Jodie bag
The :
Also check carefully the brand inscription on the inside leather of the Bottega Veneta Jodie bag. The font is difficult for crooks to counterfeit.
The authentic "Bottega Veneta" logo uses a recognisable font because each letter has small lines at the ends. The letters do not have the same thickness, which makes them distinctive and easy to read.
The letters in the brand inscription on replica bags are spaced further apart than they should be. The font details are not respected either.
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The dust bag :
The last but not least point to analyse concerns the dust bag that accompanies your luxury accessory. This bag must be perfectly adapted to the size of the Jodie bag, neither too big nor too small.
The brand name should appear on the front of the dust bag. The words "Bottega Veneta" should be written in a fairly dark but bright green. Counterfeiters generally do not use the same shade of green for this inscription. It is often too light green or too bright.
On the left, a Bottega Veneta dust bag, on the right, a replica dust bag.
Secure your Jodie bag purchase with Obvy :
If you wish to buy your Bottega Veneta bag on resale platforms, we advise you to use Obvy to secure your transaction.
Obvy is a secure payment platform that helps you avoid the scams that are common in transactions between private individuals. When you make a transaction on Obvy, the funds are only credited to your seller when the buyer certifies that the goods purchased are in order. If this is not the case, you are automatically refunded and the item is returned to the seller.
By using Obvy to carry out transactions between private individuals, you can also benefit from payment in several instalments.