Corneliani Slacks - A Good Deal?

[California Dreamer]

I've been hunting around for a pair of grey slacks. Prices locally are horrendous (on-sale Borellis are still $A455).

STP have these Cornelianis for $US140: http://www.sierratradingpost.com/p/1...s-For-Men.html

Good deal do you think? How would they stack up against a pair of Black Labels?

 

[j]

I think it's a reasonable deal. You might also consider stuff from Polo.com right now with the coupon. The made in Italy pants are made by Corneliani. I have the Regent pants and they are really nice, way up there in terms of quality.

 

[California Dreamer]

Originally Posted by j

I think it's a reasonable deal. You might also consider stuff from Polo.com right now with the coupon. The made in Italy pants are made by Corneliani. I have the Regent pants and they are really nice, way up there in terms of quality.
Sadly, polo.com does not ship outside the USA.

 

[odoreater]

At $150, they're a decent deal. Throw in a 20% off coupon code (I think the current one is 50505), which brings them down to $120 and they're a great deal.

 

[tiecollector]

Originally Posted by j

I think it's a reasonable deal. You might also consider stuff from Polo.com right now with the coupon. The made in Italy pants are made by Corneliani. I have the Regent pants and they are really nice, way up there in terms of quality.

I'm amazed at how you guys know this stuff. Where do you go about finding this out?

 

[tiecollector]

I might get a pair of those pants too, debating between the charcoal heather and the dark gray heather. My waist is about a 32.5". Would you say Corneliani runs large or small? Also, I'm going to have to get those pleats taken out.

Also this coupon code: 50505 has expired.

 

[Fabro]

It's a pretty good deal. But because it's coming from a commerical seller expect to get hit with taxes/duties on the way in, which can drive the cost up a lot.

I have one pair of Corneliani slacks, FF with side tabs, no belt loops. The cut is very flattering and the fabric is just great. Picked them up on eBay a year or so ago and was very pleased.

 

[Jared]

Originally Posted by tiecollector

Also, I'm going to have to get those pleats taken out.
That might make them a horrible deal.

 

[tiecollector]

Originally Posted by Jared

That might make them a horrible deal.

Yeah maybe I'll just get a pair made. It isn't that bad though. My tailor charges about $40 to take pleats out. He does a pretty good job.

 

[VMan]

Originally Posted by tiecollector

I'm amazed at how you guys know this stuff. Where do you go about finding this out?

You can tell by comparing the inside labels which have the sizing information, material composition, and various other factory numbers.

 

[acidboy]

Originally Posted by tiecollector

I'm amazed at how you guys know this stuff. Where do you go about finding this out?

huh?! weren't you made to take a test when you joined this forum like the rest of us?