- 1). Feel the leather. Leather on a designer bag has a very particular feel. It should be soft, smooth and supple. When you bend it the leather shouldn't crinkle. If the leather has a plastic-like feel or is hard, then it probably isn't Cole Haan.
- 2). Check the credentials. If the bag doesn't come with a Cole Haan authenticity card, take a pass on it.
- 3). Check for the Cole Haan signature-engraved charm on the bottom of the strap.
- 4). Cole Haan bags cost around $300 to $12,000. If you are purchasing a new one for a deeply discounted price, such as $25, you are more than likely getting a fake.
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