Hi hermosa_vogue! I can't say for sure whether these are authentic but I am suspicious. I don't like that the innersole lining is lifting up in the first pic (left shoe). I don't like that the logo printed on the innersole isn't properly centered and that the lettering appears a little 'thick' and ill-defined. The seller also has at least one suspect completed listing. But the serial number matches the box, the shoes otherwise look ok. So...I'm not prepared to commit either way but personally, if it was me, I wouldn't risk it. Sorry I can't be any more definitive on this pair!
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Hi hermosa_vogue! I can't say for sure whether these are authentic but I am suspicious. I don't like that the innersole lining is lifting up in the first pic (left shoe). I don't like that the logo printed on the innersole isn't properly centered and that the lettering appears a little 'thick' and ill-defined. The seller also has at least one suspect completed listing. But the serial number matches the box, the shoes otherwise look ok. So...I'm not prepared to commit either way but personally, if it was me, I wouldn't risk it. Sorry I can't be any more definitive on this pair!
So my shoes finally came in, and there were a few things I was curious about that I was hoping you could help me out with! After I cleaned the shoes and tried them on, a few pairs seemed substantially less comfortable than the others, but I thought that could probably be attributed to the levels of wear and age of each specific shoe. A few things stuck out, and I was hoping you could help quell my worries about authenticity.
1. I was reading the discussion about stacked leather you were having in previous posts, and I noticed something like a 'strip' that wraps around the heel on the shoes - could you please take a look and give me an opinion on what you think?
2. I noticed that the 'Ferragamo' stamp on the metal hardware is slightly different between a few of the shoes - is this just because they were produced during different periods?
3. One of the stamps on the sole of the shoe is extremely light and barely makes an indent. I just thought that was weird, but it's probably a non-issue, right?
I've attached some pictures of the serial numbers as well, since they weren't in my initial post. Let me know if any other closeups would help.
Please take a look and let me know what you think! Thank you in advance
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Thanks for your honest feedback!
I think I'm better off waiting for Varinas to go on sale at one of the major retailers instead of rolling the dice on ebay.
Thanks
jcoll1960, it is possible to ID a Ferragamo shoes style with the serial code inside the shoe? TIA
So my shoes finally came in, and there were a few things I was curious about that I was hoping you could help me out with! After I cleaned the shoes and tried them on, a few pairs seemed substantially less comfortable than the others, but I thought that could probably be attributed to the levels of wear and age of each specific shoe. A few things stuck out, and I was hoping you could help quell my worries about authenticity.
1. I was reading the discussion about stacked leather you were having in previous posts, and I noticed something like a 'strip' that wraps around the heel on the shoes - could you please take a look and give me an opinion on what you think?
2. I noticed that the 'Ferragamo' stamp on the metal hardware is slightly different between a few of the shoes - is this just because they were produced during different periods?
3. One of the stamps on the sole of the shoe is extremely light and barely makes an indent. I just thought that was weird, but it's probably a non-issue, right?
I've attached some pictures of the serial numbers as well, since they weren't in my initial post. Let me know if any other closeups would help.
Please take a look and let me know what you think! Thank you in advance
Hi 7ch5,
To answer your questions - here goes:
1. Both the heels look like genuine stacked leather - no doubt in my mind.
2. Yes - I've also noticed slight differences in the engraving of some buckles. Can't say for sure why this occurs but the buckles have been manufactured from 1978 right up to today so I guess over the years, different machines may have been used at different times, older machines replaced etc. I don't think the very slight differences in your 2 pairs of shoes are anything to worry about. I stand by my original assessment that both pairs are genuine.
3. In essence, the same as 2. except talking about the embossing of the leather soles rather than the engraving of the buckles.
4. serial numbers look good. I can't decode the first part, but the 338 refers to the Vara/Lillaz style and the font/format is correct.
So....in short, relax - I think your shoes are genuine!
I'm not an expert with serial numbers I'm afraid.
The first part of the serial number, the bit that starts with 2 letters and then has some numbers after it ie. DG06576 is a mystery (at some stage, many years back, I did discover something about this but unfortunately, I've now forgotten and can't find the source). But I seem to remember that it denoted the exact place of manufacture (within Florence) and also the time of manufacture (and possibly other things as well).
Then there's a code to identify the style. For example, the Vara/Lillaz shoe with the iconic engraved buckle and bow (either grosgrain or leather) has a code of 338. So all the different styles do have their own code.
I wish I could give you more info but sorry, that's about it I'm afraid.
I'm not an expert with serial numbers I'm afraid.
The first part of the serial number, the bit that starts with 2 letters and then has some numbers after it ie. DG06576 is a mystery (at some stage, many years back, I did discover something about this but unfortunately, I've now forgotten and can't find the source). But I seem to remember that it denoted the exact place of manufacture (within Florence) and also the time of manufacture (and possibly other things as well).
Then there's a code to identify the style. For example, the Vara/Lillaz shoe with the iconic engraved buckle and bow (either grosgrain or leather) has a code of 338. So all the different styles do have their own code.
I wish I could give you more info but sorry, that's about it I'm afraid.
Hi, thank you for your reply. Style code would be M 170K.
Hello,
Could someone please help me authenticate this bag?
Item ame- ferragamo Marisa black handbag
Item number- 110970301935
Seller Id- forzaviola30
Working link-
http://www.ebay.com/itm/11097030193...would be greatly appreciated! Many thanks!!!
Could someone please help me authenticate this bag?
Item ame- ferragamo Marisa black handbag
Item number- 110970301935
Seller Id- forzaviola30
Working link-
http://www.ebay.com/itm/11097030193...would be greatly appreciated! Many thanks!!!
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Hi 7ch5,
To answer your questions - here goes:
1. Both the heels look like genuine stacked leather - no doubt in my mind.
2. Yes - I've also noticed slight differences in the engraving of some buckles. Can't say for sure why this occurs but the buckles have been manufactured from 1978 right up to today so I guess over the years, different machines may have been used at different times, older machines replaced etc. I don't think the very slight differences in your 2 pairs of shoes are anything to worry about. I stand by my original assessment that both pairs are genuine.
3. In essence, the same as 2. except talking about the embossing of the leather soles rather than the engraving of the buckles.
4. serial numbers look good. I can't decode the first part, but the 338 refers to the Vara/Lillaz style and the font/format is correct.
So....in short, relax - I think your shoes are genuine!
You're the best! Thanks for the reassurance
Item name- Salvatore Ferragamo Red Patent Vara Bow Classic Low Heels Made Italy Womens 4.5
Item number- 290801864117
Seller Id- samanthavann
Working link- http://www.ebay.com/itm/Salvatore-F...64117?pt=US_Women_s_Shoes&hash=item43b5244db5
Ladies, please help me authenticate these shoes. thanks very much!
Item number- 290801864117
Seller Id- samanthavann
Working link- http://www.ebay.com/itm/Salvatore-F...64117?pt=US_Women_s_Shoes&hash=item43b5244db5
Ladies, please help me authenticate these shoes. thanks very much!
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