First, I check the material of the hang tag, which every Coach bag has come with for decades. An authentic bag should have a tag made of the exact leather used on the bag. It should also feel thick.

This sartorial marvel comes in the form of Coach's Pebble Leather Chaise Crossbody, and the polished handbag is currently available on Amazon at 30 percent off—bringing the price down to $207.

One great choice is this $350 Coach Ellie File Bag that is being sold at Coach Outlet ... for only $160 right now The purse is made with a leather exterior (or canvas and leather on select models ...