They’re slogan is “creativity without extravagance”! Radley’s popular range of handbags, satchels and purses head up an ever growing list of fine, quality items. Every piece has the greatest of attention paid to it. The leathers used are richly coloured and this year they majored in shades of ivory, pale pinks and yellow. Recently, a curvy Belgrave tote favourite returned in an eye-catching pillar box red or appealing tan.
The popularity of Radley bags and products is such that, although they possibly don’t as yet rival the Louis Vuittons or Chanels, they are subject to copy and fakery. So how can you be sure that the item you’re considering is the real thing?
To begin with, if the iconic Scottie dog motif on the bag or satchel has the name “Radley” embossed on it in any way, the bag may be a fake. Usually Radley don’t put their name on the dog itself. They usually reserve that for the tag that hangs off the item.
It’s important to be sure that the bag will include a “leather care package” when you purchase it, because every Radley bag offers one of these.
Another thing to look out for is the white Radley label. If there’s a red dog on it, then the item is probably a fake. When you look inside a Radley bag you should find a genuinely fine grade of needle cord lining and a signature label. Many fake bags will be lined with black satin. Finally, if the price appears too good to be true – it probably is.