And so we begin a new section on B101revue: our ‘Real or Fake?’ section! Each post, we’d be discussing a bag, and show its detailed photos.
At the end of each post, we will reveal if an item is real or fake.
Our first bag: a Christian Dior Grained Calfskin Saddle Bag.
The Christian Dior Saddle Bag is an iconic designer handbag and a known fixture since its the early aughts. Known for its unique, equestrian-inspired shape, it has a distinctive curved silhouette that mimics the shape of a horse’s saddle. It has a short shoulder strap with a ‘CD’ hardware, and a bold “D” charm that hangs from the flap closure. Its larger sizes (the double) has the ‘CD’ hanging charm.
Original Release (1999):
Designed by John Galliano during his tenure as Dior’s creative director, the bag debuted in the Spring/Summer 2000 collection and quickly became a status symbol in the early 2000s, often seen on celebrities, and famously carried by Carrie Bradshaw in Sex and the City.
Re-release (2018):
Under Maria Grazia Chiuri’s direction, the Saddle Bag was reimagined and reintroduced for Dior’s Fall/Winter 2018 collection. Maintaining the classic shape, the revival included updates on materials, modern embellishments, and a variety of sizes, appealing to both nostalgic and contemporary audiences.
Real or Fake?
The photos below show a Christian Dior Grained Calfskin Saddle Bag with code 19-MA-0158.
Have a close look and study closely the shape, the hardware, and its stamping details.
Is this Christian Dior Grained Calfskin Saddle Bag real or fake? Scroll at the end of the post to know the results.
Did you guess correctly? Let us know in the comments!
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