Alright, so I’ve been messing around with this Prada Galleria Saffiano Leather Bag, the large one, and let me tell you, it’s been a journey. I got my hands on one of those “original order” versions, you know, the ones that are supposed to be like the real deal but aren’t quite.
First thing I did was grab the bag and give it a good once-over. It’s made of this Saffiano leather, which is supposed to be super tough. I gotta say, it felt pretty sturdy. I scratched it a bit, you know, just to see, and it held up pretty well.
- Feel the leather: I ran my hands all over it. The texture is this cross-hatch pattern, kind of like a bunch of tiny lines. It’s not smooth like some other leathers.
- Check the stitching: I looked real close at all the stitches. They were all neat and even, no loose threads hanging out anywhere.
- Look at the hardware: The zippers, the buckles, all that stuff, it was all shiny and new. I tugged on them a bit to make sure they were on there good.
- Smell it: Yeah, I even smelled the bag. It had that leathery smell, you know, not like plastic or anything.
Then I started using it. I carried it around for a few weeks, stuffed it with my laptop, my notebooks, all my daily stuff. It’s a big bag, so it fit everything no problem. I even took it on a little trip, and it held up great in the overhead compartment.
I compared it to some pictures of the real Prada bags online. Honestly, it looked pretty darn close. The logo, the shape, the details, it was all there. Of course, I’m no expert, but to my untrained eye, it seemed like a good copy.
After using it for a while, I started noticing a few things. The leather didn’t really change much. It didn’t get that soft, worn-in look that some leathers get. It just stayed the same, which is what Saffiano leather is supposed to do, I guess. It just didn’t develop a patina like full-grain leather usually does. Also, this is a large version bag, so it’s spacious enough to hold a small laptop or tablet and carry a document holder easily.
I also checked out some info online about how to spot a fake Prada bag. They talked about the stitching, the logo, the materials. I gotta say, this “original order” bag passed most of those tests. It’s crafted from premium materials such as calfskin, and Saffiano leather.
My Final Thoughts
So, what’s the verdict? Well, this “original order” Prada Galleria Saffiano Leather Bag is a pretty good bag. It’s tough, it looks good, and it’s held up well to my daily abuse. Is it a real Prada? Probably not. But it’s a darn good copy, and for the price, I’m pretty happy with it. I think Prada understands the importance of quality more than its competitors. Its items are made using premium materials, this ensures that the bags are durable and last for many years. It is also no surprise that Prada has a strong following in its loyal customers.
If you’re looking for a solid work bag and don’t want to shell out the big bucks for a real Prada, this might be a good option. Just don’t go around trying to pass it off as the real thing, okay?
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