How to tell an original Celine from a fake
How to tell if a Celine is authentic?
Celine is a brand that, under the leadership of Hedi Slimane, underwent a radical transformation, evolving from intellectual minimalism into a symbol of the modern Parisian bourgeoisie.
Today, to understand how to identify an authentic Celine, you need to know the fashion house's specific techniques, which are extremely expensive to reproduce en masse. In this guide, we'll explore the brand's unique tricks that will help you solve this problem and accurately determine whether a Celine is genuine or fake.
The "pale" in the logo and the geometry of the letters
The first thing to look at if you want to know how to identify an authentic Celine is the logo. In 2018, Slimane removed the stroke above the letter E to return the brand to its 1960s look.
In the new collections: Triomphe, 16, and Belt Bag, the stroke above the letter E should no longer be present. If you see the "CÉLINE" inscription on a model released after 2018, you're looking at a counterfeit.
The geometry of the letter C: in the original, the letter C is an almost perfect circle. In replicas, it often appears as an oval or has a flattened shape.
Triomphe Hardware: Original vs. Fake
The clasp, featuring two intertwined Cs, inspired by the chains around the Arc de Triomphe, is the main distinguishing feature between an original and a counterfeit Celine.
If you look at the bottom or side edge of the Triomphe's metal clasp, you should see a very fine, almost microscopic engraving of "CELINE" and "PARIS." In a counterfeit, these edges are either left smooth, or the engraving will be too coarse and deep.
The original clasp closes with a very dull and soft sound. Counterfeit watches often have a loud, metallic click, suggesting the use of cheap alloys and simple springs.
Celine uses a 24-karat sputtering process. The metal has a smooth, satin sheen that doesn't appear too yellow.
What's inside a real Celine bag?
How to distinguish an original Celine from a fake by examining the inside of the bag:
The "CELINE PARIS MADE IN ITALY" inscription is applied using hot foil stamping. The text appears slightly recessed into the leather, and the letters are clear, with the ink remaining within the stamp.
Replicas often have a simple stamp over the leather. If you run your finger over the letters, you won't feel the relief.
Every Celine bag has a leather tag inside with a code in the following format: letter - letter - 4 digits, for example, S-GA-4118.
Important: the corners of this tag are always neatly rounded on the original, and the code itself is embossed in a clear, thin font.
How does a replica Celine dress differ from an original?
The main tag is made of thick black satin ribbon with white embroidery. The text must be perfectly centered.
The second way a replica Celine dress differs from an original is the quality of the information tag. On an original, it is long and soft, with a style code that must match the code on the cardboard hang tag.
The buttons on most models are made of natural horn or metal, with "CELINE" engraved around the circumference.
Why buy from Domino?
Purchasing items of the caliber of Celine requires absolute confidence. At Domino, we understand that our customers are looking for more than just style, but genuine quality that retains its value. We offer exclusively original Celine collections that have undergone a rigorous multi-stage authentication process.
We value our established reputation and want our customers to always be confident in the authenticity of our products. If you would like to see for yourself how to identify an original Celine dress, please contact our consultants. They are expert in verification methods, know everything about hidden engravings on hardware, and can reveal every sign of authenticity in each piece through detailed reviews.
Visit the catalog now, choose your signature Celine bag or dress, and enjoy the impeccability that cannot be faked with Domino!
