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[Mercuryman76]

Any Armani experts in the house? I sold this Giorgio Armani on Ebay several weeks ago - buyer received it and left positive feedback, but just emailed me the following:

"I received the suit and it is a good looking suit. I thank you for the fast shipment. However, I found out that the suit is not as described. I was completely embarrassed when I took the suit to a cleaner and found out that the suit was not an authentic Armani. There are many tell-tale signs including all of the labels, the lining and the buttons that all point to a knock-off. I wish I had done my homework prior to bidding on this suit but I had good faith in you as a seller that your description of the item was correct. Since it is not an Armani suit as described I would like to return this product for a full refund. Thank you."

Here's some of the main pics I posted in the auction of the suit. Looked pretty authentic to me. Can anyone verify?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=110862599096&ssPageName=ADME:X:AAQ:US:1123

 

[capnwes]

Thrift fit today... I've got a soft spot in my heart for seersucker suits since I'm from the South... This corded cotton isn't technically seersucker, but it's close enough and it's warm today








Suit: Brooks Brothers from elev8rz
Shirt: Ermengildo Zegna from JChance
Tie: Saks cotton, thrifted by me
Shoes: Allen Edmonds Kenwood, eBay

Lovin' that pincord!

 

[AndroFan]

I'm by no means an expert, but I've never seen the Emporio Armani "eagle" used with the "Georgio Armani" name, which seems weird to me. Again, not at all an expert and that's purely just an observation solely from past experience. You should PM toscano_adotatto. He knows quite a bit about Armani stuff generally.

Any Armani experts in the house? I sold this Giorgio Armani on Ebay several weeks ago - buyer received it and left positive feedback, but just emailed me the following:
"I received the suit and it is a good looking suit. I thank you for the fast shipment. However, I found out that the suit is not as described. I was completely embarrassed when I took the suit to a cleaner and found out that the suit was not an authentic Armani. There are many tell-tale signs including all of the labels, the lining and the buttons that all point to a knock-off. I wish I had done my homework prior to bidding on this suit but I had good faith in you as a seller that your description of the item was correct. Since it is not an Armani suit as described I would like to return this product for a full refund. Thank you."
Here's some of the main pics I posted in the auction of the suit. Looked pretty authentic to me. Can anyone verify?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=110862599096&ssPageName=ADME:X:AAQ:US:1123

 

[Regg]

http://reviews.ebay.com/Fake-Armani...pos-s-Out-There-Part-1?ugid=10000000001083511

lotta info here and from a few other google links. seems like the lining shouldn't have any logos or branding, same with the buttons. That's just what I found from a quick look though, so don't quote me

 

[TheWGP]

um, that eagle logo is only on Emporio Armani stuff IIRC... been awhile since I looked into Armani stuff, but that's screamin' fake to me. sorry!

Found a Nom de Guerre yellow polo shirt yesterday... autodibs to someone based on size, we'll see what happens.

Also found a Brioni tie - it's available for cost + shipping BUT you don't get to see a picture until you pay... any brandwhore takers? I guarantee authenticity, it's in good condition and it is not a loud paisley pattern

 

[Brianpore]

I'm by no means an expert, but I've never seen the Emprio Armani "eagle" used with the "Georgio Armani" name, which seems weird to me. Again, not at all an expert and that's purely just an observation solely from past experience. You should PM toscano_adotatto. He knows quite a bit about Armani stuff generally.

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Not an expert either, but just fro the eBay fake guide http://reviews.ebay.com/Fake-Armani...pos-s-Out-There-Part-1?ugid=10000000001083511

"The lining NEVER has Armani eagle logos or anything else on it."

Here is also a SF thread on fake Armani suits... http://www.styleforum.net/t/13684/how-to-spot-fake-giorgio-armani-le-collezion-suits/0_100

It does appear the suit you sold was fake

then again I am no expert, just doing basic research

 

[Mercuryman76]



Not an expert either, but just fro the eBay fake guide http://reviews.ebay.com/Fake-Armani...pos-s-Out-There-Part-1?ugid=10000000001083511

"The lining NEVER has Armani eagle logos or anything else on it."

Here is also a SF thread on fake Armani suits... http://www.styleforum.net/t/13684/how-to-spot-fake-giorgio-armani-le-collezion-suits/0_100

It does appear the suit you sold was fake then again I am no expert, just doing basic research

Thanks for the replies everyone. I better refund this dude his money!

 

[Brianpore]

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If he left positive feedback there is not too much he can do, BUT yea... any decent seller would refund his money and either let him keep the suit and cut your losses or pay for the return shipping.

 

[toscano_adottato]

That Armani couldn't be faker if you had bought it from a faker machine on the fakingest day of your life. It wouldn't shock me if that picture of it was fake as well as the reality in which it existed. Fakingly.

Sorry man....give that dude a refund and apologize profusely.

 

[Mercuryman76]



That Armani couldn't be faker if you had bought it from a faker machine on the fakingest day of your life. It wouldn't shock me if that picture of it was fake as well as the reality in which it existed. Fakingly.
Sorry man....give that dude a refund and apologize profusely.

I already sent him a message letting him know that I'll refund his money and all shipping charges. Thanks for the input on the authenticity or lack thereof.

 

[toscano_adottato]

Fakes happen....just gotta be wary if you are flipping stuff. At least they spelled the name right!

 

[gauchogolfer]

Just found a new shop nearby which looks promising for the future. I picked up a sweet Thomas Pink shirt, left behind 2 HF cashmere suits and a Burberry SC. Both of which are nicer than other stuff I've seen at bigger local places. Keeping my fingers crossed it'll be reliable. The fact I can walk there from my house might not do me any favors...

Edit: here's a photo, now that I'm at home. It's a pattern I've been looking for, and $2 can't be beat

 

[div25sec9]

this is what a legit armani collezioni label looks like. The trick for Armani is the more boring the label, the better. Giorgio Armani and Armani Collezioni have boring labels; anything flashy or containing eagles stay away from; 99.9% of it is fake, the other .1% you'll find is legit Emporio, which is usually ugly clubwear. Le Collezioni is the old version of the Collezioni line, and isn't worth picking up unless it's something you really like for yourself.

 

[div25sec9]



Just found a new shop nearby which looks promising for the future. I picked up a sweet Thomas Pink shirt, left behind 2 HF cashmere suits and a Burberry SC. Both of which are nicer than other stuff I've seen at bigger local places. Keeping my fingers crossed it'll be reliable. The fact I can walk there from my house might not do me any favors...

sorry for the consecutive posts, but this came up while I was replying...why did you leave HF Cashmere?

 

[GHo]



That Armani couldn't be faker if you had bought it from a faker machine on the fakingest day of your life. It wouldn't shock me if that picture of it was fake as well as the reality in which it existed. Fakingly.
Sorry man....give that dude a refund and apologize profusely.