Handbag Authentication

Walk-In Service — No Appointment Needed

At SW3 Boutique, our authentication
service is designed to be seamless, transparent, and highly convenient. Simply
walk in, and our in-house authentication specialists will take care of
everything while keeping your bag within your sight at all times, ensuring a
smooth and effortless experience.

Our three-layer authentication system
leaves no room for error. Using advanced digital microscopic imaging, we
magnify and analyse every detail—from the logo, stitching, and hardware to the
box and accessories—ensuring comprehensive verification at every level.

  • In-shop authenticators

    Conducting real-time inspection in the boutique

  • Remote authentication team

    Providing secondary review and expert analysis

  • Industry-Recognised Authentication

    Entrupy and Bababebi, ensuring precise and reliable authentication outcomes

    Authentication Price

    Non-Hermès

    £120 per leather / sequin / cloth
    bag (excluding Hermès)


    Hermès

    £300 — Standard leather

    £700 — Exotic skin

    £900 — Exotic special order &
    blue box bags

    £900 — Himalayan / Diamond hardware
    / Kelly Doll / Faubourg Birkin

    POA — Rush authentication (Hermès
    only)

    Fast & Reliable Authentication Service

    Our authentication service is designed for your convenience, offering a quick, secure, and seamless experience. Here’s what you can expect: 

    In-Store Authentication:
    The authentication process for your bag typically takes no more than 45 minutes. We will keep your bag within your sight at all times, so you won’t need to leave it at the store.

    Turnaround Times:
    Express Service: As fast as 3 hours (subject to an additional charge). Standard Service: 24-hour turnaround.​

    Trusted Certification:
    We provide certificates from renowned authentication systems such as Entrupy and Bababebi, ensuring accurate and reliable results.

    Walk-Ins Welcome:
    No appointment is necessary. You can simply walk in, and we'll take care of the rest.​

    We prioritise your time and the security of your items, ensuring a fast, efficient, and hassle-free authentication process every step of the way.