Buying a handbag over the internet can be a daunting task, especially when you see how many websites are selling handbags. As you do your search in your favorite search engine, you will see literally thousands of websites selling handbags. You will find replica handbags, inspired by handbags, authentic handbags, designer handbags'The list goes on and on. But don't be fooled into thinking that a website is really selling authentic handbags, even if they say they are. They could be scam artists, trying to pass off a mirror image handbag as being 100% authentic.

Here are a few tips for you to figure out which one of those thousands of websites are actually selling authentic designer handbags.

When you go into a website, always look for a proof of authenticy. A good website, selling 100% authentic designer handbags, will have a proof of authenticy. If you can't find one anyplace, you should just leave the website, because they could be trying to sell you a fake.

If you run into a website that keeps telling you that all the handbags are of great quality, you should think twice before making a purchase from them. Authentic handbags always have great quality and they don't need to advertise that fact. The brand name stands for quality.

Always look for a money back guarantee. If you are in a website and they do not have a money back gaurantee, then you shouldn't buy from them. When you get the handbag from the mail, you will need to inspect it to make sure it is what you paid for. If it's not, you should be able to return it for a refund.

When you are in a website, check around and make sure that the website has a complete address and phone number. Any website that doesn't have these are not trustworthy and you shouldn't do business with them.

Beware of any company from China who claim to be selling authentic handbags. These companies are selling illegal copywrited handbags and it is against the law. Law enforcement is very scarce in China, and it's easy for these scammers to get away with making and selling illegal, mirror image handbags, complete with logo's, tags, bags and boxes.

Not all websites are selling illegal handbags, but you should be aware of the ones that are. You can get that handbag that you have always wanted for 70% off the retail price, but only if you are looking in the right place.