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The serial number is etched on the upper right side of the right lens. While on the upper left side of the left lens is where the Prada logo is etched. Logo etching is usually found on the outer part of both temples, the nose piece and on the bridge like in the case of Prada Sport sunglasses. Prada sunglasses will have the Prada name engraved on outside arms and inside nose piece. Unique to Prada sunglasses is on the inside right lens is a serial number that is etched into the lens. Prada makes high-quality and expensive merchandise. There are some good deals out there, but you want to be sure that anything you buy with the Prada name on it was legitimately made by the company. Prada has serial numbers and model numbers associated with all of its merchandise, so you can verify the authenticity.
Due to their immense popularity and reputation, Prada sneakers are among the most heavily faked in the World. Luckily, fakes are easy to spot once you know what to look for. Everything from the box and packaging to the stitching on the shoes can be dead giveaways as to their authenticity.
Here I give you some tips with accompanying photos, to help you spot fakes, comparing real with fake Prada sneakers side by side.
Box size
The real Prada box is to the left, the fake box to the right. As you can see, the real box is significantly larger than the fake.
Box front
This photo shows the front of the box. The fake box is to the left, the real box to the right.
The 'R' in Prada should have an indentation below the curve of the R, just where it meets the leg and should curve inward. Also, note that the printing is heavier on the fake box.
Box side
The side of the box will have a copyright message. The left photo shows the fake box, the real box is to the right.
The fake box says 'Made in Italy' on a separate line. However, as we will see in the next photo, the shoes were made in Vietnam.
Inside tongue
This photo shows the inside of the tongue. Note the poor printing on the fake shoe to the left, and the poor quality of the stitching and leather. Also note the looser mesh on the fake.
Rubber Stripe
Notice that the rubber stripe on the tongue of the fake shoe to the left is darker, the R is missing the indentation below the curve, and the font differs from the real shoe to the right.
Insole
The insole should have PRADA printed on the bottom of the heel. However, the fake has this aligned to the right instead of to the left as on the real shoe. Also notice that the fake is made from a shiny plastic instead of a matt rubber.
Insole
The other end of the insole should have a serial code printed, as can be seen in the photo of the authentic shoe to the right. The fake to the left, is missing this serial code.
Red stripe on insole
The red stripe on the top of the insole should be stitched in, not printed or glued. Note the poor quality of the printing on the fake to the left, and the darker color.
Sole
This photo shows the bottom of the sole. Notice the poor quality of the embossed 'PRADA' on the fake to the left, and the missing indentation below the curve of the 'R'.
Red stripe on sole
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The red stripe on the sole should be printed cleanly and evenly, and should have a recessed border around each of the letters, as can be seen on the photo of the real shoe to the right. The fake shoe to the left is again missing the indentation on the letter 'R' in Prada.
Laces
The fake laces, on the right in the photo, are lighter in color and are also significantly thicker than the real lace on the left.
Video comparison
Conclusion
Hopefully this guide has given you some ideas as to what to look for when buying Prada sneakers from non-authorised dealers or on eBay.
You can all check out my video on Youtube below.
This is a great hub... well done.
Some real prada boxes have writing on the top part of box
Are these authentic?
new prada sport shoes don't have serial numbers on the insoles
Accessorize With Prada Eyeglass Frames
Prada eyeglass frames, manufactured by Luxottica Group, are known internationally for Italian luxury and quality. On eBay, you can find stylish new and pre-owned Prada eyeglasses for every occasion in vivid colors and styles to match your wardrobe.
What types of Prada eyeglass frames are available?The Prada Linea Rossa eyeglass collection is the brand's vibrant, youthful, fashionable, and durable sports collection. It features a sea coast style reminiscent of the America's Cup sailing yacht race.
- Men: Prada eyeglass frames and sunglasses for men come in full frame or semi-rimless options in medium, large, or extra-large sizes. They may include unconventional design features in gold, metal, or plastic.
- Women: Prada eyeglasses and sunglasses for women include bifocal, progressive, or single-vision lenses. They may be sold with extra lenses.
- Children: Children's designer eyeglasses come in options including striped maple and chestnut tortoise. Refined girls' eyeglass frames include maple, pewter, or blush pink with highlights that accentuate the facial features.
Authentic Prada eyeglasses will include the PRADA logo on the temple. These glasses are designed for comfort with sculpted nose pads and flexible arms. The Prada PR line consists of full rim acetate frames in varied colors, textures, and patterns laminated for versatility and comfort. The lamination of cotton and plastic fibers in the Prada frames create lustrous visual effects.
Elegant Prada eyeglass frames are hypoallergenic and can be made of metal, plastic, or a combination of metal and plastic. Some of the brand's design shapes include aviator, cat's eyes, oval, rectangular, rounded, and square. Men's Prada frames are also available in wrap and over-sized styles.
How to choose Prada eyeglass framesPrada Serial Number Check
When you choose Prada eyeglasses on eBay, you have an array of choices. You may want to choose a few frame shapes and vary the colors and styles for different occasions. Select a size and color that best suits your face shape and highlights your hair and eye color. Consider your own personal style as well. If you are going for a classic look, opt for traditional frames that can pair well with many items in your wardrobe.
