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Thanks so much for the detailed answer, jcoll1960!

I was actually the winner of the eBay auction, so I received the shoes a few days ago. The innersole and lining are indeed pink. The seller says that there are "discoloration on the footbeds [and] some light stains on the uppers" - in person, it all looks completely pink. What are the chances that there is such uniform discoloration? Do you think this might make them fake? Thank you so much!
 
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summershimmer said:
Thanks so much for the detailed answer, jcoll1960!

I was actually the winner of the eBay auction, so I received the shoes a few days ago. The innersole and lining are indeed pink. The seller says that there are "discoloration on the footbeds [and] some light stains on the uppers" - in person, it all looks completely pink. What are the chances that there is such uniform discoloration? Do you think this might make them fake? Thank you so much!
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private message sent.
 
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summershimmer said:
Thanks so much for the detailed answer, jcoll1960!

I was actually the winner of the eBay auction, so I received the shoes a few days ago. The innersole and lining are indeed pink. The seller says that there are "discoloration on the footbeds [and] some light stains on the uppers" - in person, it all looks completely pink. What are the chances that there is such uniform discoloration? Do you think this might make them fake? Thank you so much!
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The pink lining does ring alarm bells for me. I've never come across that color lining before but that doesn't mean the shoes are fake. What about the heels summershimmer, are they genuine stacked leather or imitations made from a synthetic material but designed to look like the real thing?
 
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jcoll1960 said:
The pink lining does ring alarm bells for me. I've never come across that color lining before but that doesn't mean the shoes are fake. What about the heels summershimmer, are they genuine stacked leather or imitations made from a synthetic material but designed to look like the real thing?
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This is my item so it is not appropriate for me to comment about the authenticity of it. However, it should be noted that I have sent the buyer a private eBay message.
 
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jcoll1960 said:
The pink lining does ring alarm bells for me. I've never come across that color lining before but that doesn't mean the shoes are fake. What about the heels summershimmer, are they genuine stacked leather or imitations made from a synthetic material but designed to look like the real thing?
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How can I tell if they are genuine stacked leather? Are the heels supposed to be made of actual leather? I feel like they are more wooden or plastic...but I could be wrong. Do you have more detailed instructions for how I can check this?

Re: salearea, got your private message thank you! I'm not unhappy with the item at all, just wanted to check its authenticity.
 
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lauren13 said:
Could you authenticate these two purses? Thanks so much!


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$650. authentic FERRAGAMO Italy PURSE Black LEATHER Couture SHOULDER BAG
Listing number: 200799529770
Seller name or ID: evogue
Working Link:http://www.ebay.com/itm/20079952977...NX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649#ht_500wt_1205
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This patent leather bag is not possible to authenticate without close up pictures of the hardware, lining and the interior serial tag. If you are the winning bidder I would request close up photos (especially of the hardware).
 
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summershimmer said:
Could you please help me authenticate this pair of Ferragamo shoes? Thanks in advance!

Item Name: SALVATORE FERRAGAMO ITALY WOMENS 6 AA KHAKI BEIGE PATENT LEATHER PUMPS SHOES
Listing number: 370634539678
Seller name or ID: salearea
Working Link: http://tinyurl.com/8gc2gc7
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I too have not seen a pink inner lining. However, this does not mean there was never a pink lined shoe. Other than this, everything else looks good, so I would say it is authentic.

BTW - here is an awesome explanation of how a stacked leather heel is made: http://ruthiedavis.blogspot.com/2011/04/ever-wonder-how-stacked-leather-heel-is.html
 
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summershimmer said:
How can I tell if they are genuine stacked leather? Are the heels supposed to be made of actual leather? I feel like they are more wooden or plastic...but I could be wrong. Do you have more detailed instructions for how I can check this?

Re: salearea, got your private message thank you! I'm not unhappy with the item at all, just wanted to check its authenticity.
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Yes, the heels of these shoes should be made of actual leather. Check out post #668 in this thread by jburgh, there's a really great link which explains how stacked leather heels are made.
 
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summershimmer said:
How can I tell if they are genuine stacked leather? Are the heels supposed to be made of actual leather? I feel like they are more wooden or plastic...but I could be wrong. Do you have more detailed instructions for how I can check this?
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Sorry summershimmer, I didn't really answer your question. That's because I'm finding it difficult to explain exactly how to tell the difference. Once you know what genuine stacked leather heels look like, it's easy to tell the difference. You really need to see 2 pairs (genuine and fake) side by side, then it's obvious. You mention that your heels feel more like wood or plastic. Well...people often mistake stacked leather heels for wood - I did before my Ferragamo obsession started.

So...first point...if they seem more like wood than plastic, then they're probably genuine heels. But it's not an exact science I know!

Second point...if you want to know for sure, I'd advise you to take the shoes to an expert (a reputable shoe repairer) or to a Ferragamo boutique, if you're lucky enough to live near a big city. They'll confirm whether the heels are genuine.

And, third point, if that's not possible, you did get the shoes for a bargain basement price, so just enjoy wearing them!
 
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Wow, thank you so much for the helpful responses! I also got a note from salearea with an explanation about the pink lining:

The shoes you purchased are authentic Ferragamos from the late 90's. The pink footbed was one of the many colors they produced from the 90's through the early 2000's. The "sport" line included even more variations of colors.
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Authenticity aside (and it does seem like they are authentic), I am really happy with the shoes. What a great find online!
 
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rachelmalta said:
Item name: not known
Listing number: 150851961136
Seller name:lirva9401
Link: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ws/eBayIS...ename=ADME:X:AAQ:GB:1123&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc

Hi! Ferragamo newbie here :) I wonder if, so late in the day, and from these few pictures, it's possible for you to give me an opinion on this bag?

Thanks for any help!
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Hi there, Someone else is going to have to authenticate this one. I'm just not familiar enough with vintage Ferragamo bags - sorry!
 
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