Anyone bought from Pierotucci?
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To me I see two distinct camps of thought regarding this:
One individual may simply enjoy the luxury of what they own and leave it at that; they are not really into the the extreme specifics of the bag's dimensions, etc and therefore not notice or care what others carry.
Then there's the individual who may be more 'painfully aware' of inspired versions -- this camp may recognize the difference, or simply be on the look out for them.
Now... if someone could let me model a Pierotucci for keeps, I'd be a very happy camper
About why they haven't been sued, there's actually a period of 14 years on how long you can protect the design of something and it can't be renewed because the whole point of design protection is that it has to be "new" and original. Protection for trademarks such as names or logo marks can be renewed however. Look up the US Goverment Patent and Trademark Office "How long does design patent protection last?" Depending on the country it might be up to 25 years though.
http://www.uspto.gov/main/faq/index.html
It all boils down to whether or not you carry the bag thinking it's a Pierotucci and telling people, when asked, that it is a Pierotucci.
http://www.uspto.gov/main/faq/index.html
It all boils down to whether or not you carry the bag thinking it's a Pierotucci and telling people, when asked, that it is a Pierotucci.
I understand H sued another company a few years ago which is why I am confused why these blatant copies has not been questioned......
This company has in fact recently copied the Hermes Karo clutch which is a relatively new item and must still be protected.
There is a difference between fake and inspired bags. Just leaving the trade stamp off a bag does not make it 'inspired' , it's just a blatant copy. Where is the originality which must be a part of an 'inspiration'?
This company has in fact recently copied the Hermes Karo clutch which is a relatively new item and must still be protected.
There is a difference between fake and inspired bags. Just leaving the trade stamp off a bag does not make it 'inspired' , it's just a blatant copy. Where is the originality which must be a part of an 'inspiration'?
As several people have stated repeatedly, these bags aren't fakes. Inspired, yes, fake, no.
They're not claiming to be Hermes bags. They're not stamped HERMES in any form or fashion, and therefore they aren't trying to fool anyone out of thousands of dollars of hard-earned cash. As several people have also stated repeatedly, these bags are a nice alternative for those among us who either can't or simply choose not to purchase an Hermes bag.
I'm sure the Hermes ladies wouldn't appreciate someone repeatedly joining threads to deride their handbag choices. It would be nice if the Pierotucci ladies were afforded the same courtesy.
They're not claiming to be Hermes bags. They're not stamped HERMES in any form or fashion, and therefore they aren't trying to fool anyone out of thousands of dollars of hard-earned cash. As several people have also stated repeatedly, these bags are a nice alternative for those among us who either can't or simply choose not to purchase an Hermes bag.
I'm sure the Hermes ladies wouldn't appreciate someone repeatedly joining threads to deride their handbag choices. It would be nice if the Pierotucci ladies were afforded the same courtesy.
^^ Thanks for the warm welcome. I am in no way questioning the handbag choices the ladies who buy Pierrotucci make. To each her own. What I am questioning is why H is not suing the company. I am also answering the original post. I feel a lady who is yearning for an H bag will not be satisfied with a copy and I feel it may be useful for the OP to find out from her friend what her views on copies are before she buys this bag for her. As her friend is totally against fakes, she may be totally against blatant copies too.
OP: If your friend is craving some Hermes... may I suggest a scarf or a leather accessory. There are some great suggestions in the H forum.
OP: If your friend is craving some Hermes... may I suggest a scarf or a leather accessory. There are some great suggestions in the H forum.
Well said, Rose. 
I totally agree with you.
I really would also suggest some H accessories. A scarf, Twilly or a pretty detailed enamel bracelet might be a great alternative.
I totally agree with you.
I really would also suggest some H accessories. A scarf, Twilly or a pretty detailed enamel bracelet might be a great alternative.
Wow - what a post. These bags don't come close to copyright infringment - they don't say Hermes anywhere on them. They are gorgeous, beautifully made and all the more power to the company for making a truly well-made, gorgeous leather bag. They are not copies. Not blatant or otherwise. There is no need to bash anyone for wanting to buy a gorgeous leather bag. They haven't been sued because they are not making any attempt to copy Hermes bags.
So, not fakes, not blatant copies, and no need to get to bash them or the people who wish to purchase them. While it's fine to say you don't want to, implying that someone that does is either purchasing a fake or a copy is inappropriate. I'm sure Hermes would go after them if there was a problem; they haven't, ergo - no problem. It's very easy to tell they are not Hermes, they are not marked Hermes in anyway.
There is no need to be a tad condescending to other PF members who do like these bags, especially suggesting perhaps they would like a bracelet or a scarf. Perhaps the OP would like to buy her friend a truly lovely purse. These purses are beautifully made and are a nice alternative if you like the style, but either don't like the Hermes brand or cost.
^^^ I am not being the least bit condescending. Please read the OPs question again. The question here is whether someone who wants a Hermes bag will be happy with a copy. I am just saying... maybe not... it would be wise to find out. I would be shocked if someone bought me a copy. A Hermes lover would be delighted with a scarf... it's a work of art. The question is whether the OPs friend is a Hermes lover or wants a H copy?
Oopsie, my statement didn't come out right. I think most Birkins cost upwards of $7000 and Kellys maybe a little bit less. A person who is just going in for a job obviously can't buy herself one of those unless she snags herself a rich husband who can pay for one
...Since Hermes hasn't really bothered with Pierotucci, why not let the lady purchase a Pierotucci if she likes 'the look'? This argument occurs all over the place about inspired vs fake and which is what...the LV wearers have occasional complaints about Dooney & Bourke trying to look like they are LV and so on.
So I say show her the website and buy her what she likes. If the Hermes Company has an argument with Pierotucci, let them sort it out at a corporate level...
I own real H and I know how it feels when I see someone carrying fakes/ those ones sold on ebay.. it p*sses me off! As all H owners know, an H bag whether it is a Birkin, Kelly, Picotin, or whatever it is - there's just something magical about it. the smell of the leather, the feeling u get when wearing it, etc. My friend's been wanting one for ages and all I wanted to give her is just a nice purse for her to adore - I can't afford to get her the real deal so I thought of just getting something of a similar style, that's all.
I've gotten her a twilly before, and as merika mentioned, a bag is a bag - not a scarf.
I'm sorry if I started another pierotucci-hermes 'discussion', I didn't mean to cause any trouble.
I've gotten her a twilly before, and as merika mentioned, a bag is a bag - not a scarf.
I'm sorry if I started another pierotucci-hermes 'discussion', I didn't mean to cause any trouble.
Absolutely... the main thing is that she does not get offended by someone getting her a non H bag when that is really what she wants. If P is what she wants.....
Lately, it seems that any thread about Pierotucci ends up being less than pleasant for all involved. It's not your fault! You asked a question and hoped to receive helpful replies. No harm at all in that.