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Unlike other articles on this blog (which are richly decorated essays about certain subjects), this one is going to be, truth be told, quite long and boring. Why? Because this article is essentially a list of brands. Its main purpose is to … :
(1) … help you to make a clear distinction between mid-end and high-end brands because some of them, like Hugo Boss (a mid-end brand), are priced similarly to products that are, in terms of quality, high-end.
(2) …inform you about various brands and diffusion brands (a secondary line of merchandise created by a high-end fashion house or fashion designer that retails at lower prices and is of lower quality). For example, D&G is a diffusion line of Dolce & Gabbana.
(3) … warn you which brands are heavily faked, which ones aren’t that much and which ones aren’t at all. For example, Gucci is heavily faked, Hugo Boss is somewhat faked and Boggi isn’t faked at all.
As you can see in the table of contents below, this article is divided into two sections. The first section covers high-end brands and the second section covers mid-range ones. At the very end of each brand title, you’ll notice letters M and F (sometimes both). If you see… :
(1) … a letter M, that means that this brand focuses on menswear alone.
(2) … letter F, that means that this brand focuses on womenswear alone.
(3) … both letters (that is, M and F). that means that this brand offers menswear and womenswear.
Before I begin, make sure that you bookmark this article, because it’ll be extremely helpful if you intend to shop on the Internet or are planning to do some thriftin’ (trust me, it’s fun 🙂 ) . In addition, it’ll be updated once a week with a new brand 🙂 .
High-end Brands
Brioni – (M)
Brioni is a luxury Italian fashion house, known particularly for its menswear, including suits, formalwear, and accessories. It was founded in Rome, Italy, in 1945 by Nazareno Fonticoli and Gaetano Savini and is considered to be one the best tailoring companies in the world today – there’s hardly any president or successful CEO who doesn’t own at least one Brioni suit (or multiple ones).
In case you want to feel like a billionaire, a power broker or 007’s sidekick/ nemesis (whatever strikes your fancy), then Brioni (as well as Kiton, Tom Ford and Ralph Lauren Purple Label) is a brand worth considering!
Who Owns Brioni?
In 2011, Brioni was acquired by the French luxury group PPR (renamed Kering in 2013). Besides Brioni, that company, as of time of this writing, also owns many brands that you’re probably familiar with like Gucci, Balenciaga, Bottega Veneta, Yves Saint Laurent, Creed and Alexander McQueen.
Are Brioni Clothes Fashion-Forward?
Based on the items I own and seen, I wouldn’t say that Brioni are fashion-forward for the most part (vintage and older models certainly aren’t). However, I’ve noticed that they’re gradually becoming more fashion-forward (a significant of Brioni leather jackets are anything but classic, like the one in the picture below) after Kering acquired them. They have, shall we say, a lil’ bit of an identity crisis since Kering hasn’t yet decided whether they should still focus on classical or fashion-forward menswear. Considering the current trends among Millennials and Gen Z (they don’t wear formalwear as much as older generations), I expect that Brioni will focus on the latter in the decades to come.
Where Brioni Clothes are Made?
Brioni’s products (particularly suits) are either made in-house (Rome) or various other manufacturers in Italy (especially in her northern provinces). Fortunately, Brioni hasn’t outsourced any of their productions outside of that country, but you never know!
Are Brioni Clothes Faked?
Some Brioni products, especially shirts and accessories are, from I’ve seen, heavily faked – if you intend to buy one, buy them from an AD (Authorized Dealer) or from some very reputable online seller who’s willing to provide you with additional pictures and who has a great return policy.
On the other hand, Brioni suits and jackets are, due to their complexity (good luck replicating a fully canvassed suit or a shearling jacket) rarely faked, so you should be mostly safe when buying them online – especially from a site (or a private seller) that have a return policy.
Brunello Cucinelli – (M, F)
When founding a company, one of the most important things to do is giving it a proper name which will be meaningful and easy to remember. That’s exactly what Brunello Cucinelli, an Italian fashion designer had done when he founded his own in 1978 (and something that I should’ve done since my personal and family names are catchy and easy to remember 🙂 ) in a small medieval village of Solomeo, near Perugia in Umbria, Italy.
What made Brunello Cucinelli famous are its cashmere sweaters which are made by a team of very skilled artisans from the finest Mongolian and Chinese cashmere which Brunello often buys directly from its producers. Because of this, many fashion-conscious individuals consider them (and their Loro Piana counterparts) to be, so to speak, at the very top of the sweater food chain for the last decade.
Besides cashmere sweaters, Brunello Cucinelli also offers a variety of knitwear pieces (cardigans, pullovers, and vests), outwear (leather jackets and jeans including models made from Japanese denim), formalwear (dress shirts and suits which are, for the most part, half-canvassed) and accessories (from leather bags and shoes to scarves and belts) which are of excellent quality.
What makes Brunello Cucinelli stand out are not only its products, but its deeply resonating philosophy dubbed “humanistic capitalism” which emphasizes the importance of ethical business practices, social responsibility, and respect for employees – their salaries are ~20% higher than the market average and they don’t work overtime and on weekends (which is something their Asian and Eastern European counterparts can only dream of).
All in all, Brunello Cucinelli is not just a fashion brand but also a symbol of Italian craftsmanship, timeless style, and ethical business practices.
Who Owns Brunello Cuccinelli?
As of time of this writing, Brunello Cucinelli is owned (and led) by its founder, Brunello and his immediate family. We can only hope that the next generations of the Cucinelli family (Brunello’s two daughters and sons-in-law) will keep believing in the philosophy of “humanistic capitalism” – there are very few companies, big and small, which prioritize ethical business practices and the well-being of their employees over profits.
Are Brunello Cucinelli Clothes Fashion-Forward?
Yes, most Brunello Cucinelli products are often considered to be fashion-forward, albeit in a more understated and timeless way – the style of their products, from what I’ve seen, isn’t as avant-garde or trend-driven as those from other luxury brands such as Etro, Dolce & Gabbana and Emporio Armani. Instead, they embody a sense of refined sophistication that transcends passing fads by featuring luxurious fabrics, impeccable tailoring, and subtle, refined details (as seen on jacket in the image below). Because of this and the philosophy of “humanistic capitalism” they and their owner preach and, most importantly, live by, their products are quite popular among many fashion-conscious individuals.
Where Brunello Cucinelli is Made?
Brunello Cucinelli products are manufactured in Italy, in a picturesque medieval village of Solomeo, near Perugia which also serves as a symbol of the brands commitment to preserve Italian craftsmanship and heritage – something that we all love 🙂 .
Are Brunello Cucinelli Clothes Faked?
Brunello Cucinelli is a very, VERY underrated high-end brand and, as far as I’m aware, their products aren’t faked (good luck faking their cashmere sweater). However, I advice caution when buying their t-shirts (as well accessories) since they’re relatively easily to counterfeit – in case you you want to buy one, order them from an AD (Authorized Dealer) or from some very reputable online seller who’s willing to provide you with additional pictures and who has a great return policy.
Which Brunello Cucinelli Clothes are Worth Buying?
Brunello Cucinelli is known for its cashmere knitwear, which has been their bread-and-butter since their founding – as I mentioned before, many fashion-conscious individuals consider them to be the best that money can buy including yours truly who owns one of their cashmere coats (and who had sold several of such products on eBay as well). Hence, if you have a large budget and are looking for cashmere knitwear of highest quality that might outlive you, then look no further than Brunello Cucinelli (and Loro Piana, of course 🙂 ).
Canali, Canali Exclusive, Canali Kei, Canali Proposta, Canali Black – (M)
In 1934, Giacomo and Giovanni Canali couldn’t imagine that their small tailor’s workshop in Milan will grow out to become one of the biggest Italian companies, as well as an household name – what Canali is in the luxury tailoring niche is as Ferrari is in the car niche.
Canali’s bread and butter are, and have always been, suits, blazers and sport coats. As of time of this writing, they’re three existing suit lines (the fourth, Canali Proposta, was discontinued quite a while ago). All of them are produced in-house and are fully canvassed or, in case of some blazers, unstructured. If you’d like to learn more about them, check out this article.
Beside suits and blazers, Canali also offers a variety of high-end leather products (such as bags, belts and shoes), as well as some activewear like swim trunks (a significant part belonging to its casual line, Canali Black).
As an owner of several Canali products (one being the Canali Kei blazer that I’m wearing in the picture below) I can guarantee that you won’t regret purchasing any of them 🙂 .
Read: The DEFINITE Guide to ALL Canali Lines
Who Owns Canali?
Unlike many other high-end brands, Canali is one of the very few ones that’s still family-owned (and until recently, family-run as well). As of time of this writing, Stefano Canali, who belongs to the third generation of the family, is its President and CEO. Lets only hope that their future generations will carry Giacomo’s and Giovanni’s legacy forward 🙂 .
Are Canali Clothes Fashion-forward?
Canali clothes (the vast majority of them being suits and blazers) are known for their blend of classic and contemporary styles. In case you’re looking for a classic-but-not-too-boring menswear, products from the Canali mainline and Canali Exclusive line may appeal to you.
On the other hand, if you prefer slimmer items that’re more casual and/or slightly fashion forward, I’m quite sure that you’ll like those from the Canali Kei and Canali Black lines.
All in all, most Canali clothes aren’t fashion-forward.
Where Canali is Made?
Unlike many other Italian luxury brands, Canali didn’t move/outsource any part of its production to third countries – all of its products are made in one of their five production plants in Italy.
Are Canali Clothes Counterfeited?
Despite their popularity (and relative ubiquity), Canali clothes don’t seem to be faked that much since that brand isn’t nearly as popular as Armani or Hugo Boss. The only fake Canali products that I’ve seen are ties (seen in the image below) and shirts – in case you want to buy one, order them from an AD (Authorized Dealer) or from some very reputable online seller who’s willing to provide you with additional pictures and who has a great return policy.
Which Canali Clothes do you Suggest Buying?
Canali suits, despite not being as popular as their Armani and Boss counterparts, are nonetheless a staple of many men who appreciate quality Italian craftsmanship and elegant styles that’ll never go out of fashion.
Besides suits, Canali leather jackets and pants are also something worth considering – their quality is as good as of those of its suits (in short, excellent) and are a great buy for someone who’s looking for Italian-made clothing that has a slightly looser fit!
Caruso – (M)
Raffaele Caruso (nowadays known as Caruso), established in 1958 by its namesake in Soragna (a small town near Parma) is one of the bigger players in the Italian tailoring industry – its offerings include a range of men’s apparel, from linen trousers and cotton polo shirts to fully canvassed woolen and silken suits.
Owing to the tremendous quality of their products, Caruso is, despite its relative obscurity, held in very high regard not only among sartorialists but also by many of the most world’s most prestigious fashion brands – if you wear some of their clothes (especially suits), there’s a good chance that they may be made by Caruso!
If companies like Hermes and Ralph Lauren hold Caruso in high regard there’s ABSOLUTELY no reason why you shouldn’t give their products a try 🙂 !
Who Owns Caruso?
Since 2013, Caruso is primarily owned by Fosun Fashion Group, a Chinese luxury fashion group which had changed it’s name to Lanvin Group. At first I thought that their use of a trademark similar to Lanvin’s (which, being the oldest operating French couture house, has quite a high reputation) was a rather poor attempt at impersonation. But…. that ended not being a case since they own 90% of its shares (the remaining 10% are being publicly traded).
Where Caruso is Made?
An interesting thing about Caruso is that it, despite being owned by a Chinese company, still makes all of its products in Soragna, Italy. Let’s hope that its owners,in order to save a few cents, won’t decide to ship all of its production to who knows where!
Are Caruso Clothes Counterfeited?
As I said before, Caruso is, despite the quality of its products, still a relative obscure brand. Because of this fact alone, its clothes (and items in general) aren’t faked. I assume that it being Chinese-owned also helps 🙂 .
Are Caruso Clothes Fashion-forward and which Caruso Clothes you Suggest Buying?
Suits and blazers have been Caruso’s staple ever since its founding – they’re, as I said before, fully canvassed (sometimes unstructured), emphasize traditional elegance (in other words, they are anything but fashion-forward) and, due to its founder’s origins (who moved to Soragna from Naples), have slimmer cuts (although there’re some fuller ones as well). All in all….if you’re between sizes or simply want to have some wiggle room, go one size up (after checking the measurements first, of course).
In case you’re looking for slim-fit Italian-made pants and chinos (shown in the image below) that will last you for quite a while, Caruso offers a decent selection – they, just like its suits and blazers, are held in high regard and, if you take care of them, will not let you down (keep in mind that they run VERY slim)!
Dolce & Gabbana – (M, F)
As of time of this writing, Dolce & Gabbana is, due to its elaborate runway shows, advertising campaigns (often featuring celebrities and iconic Italian imagery) and, most importantly, willingness to push the envelope in terms of style and trends, one of the most iconic and recognizable high fashion brands in the world. It was founded in 1985 by two Milanese designers, Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana who, like Brunello Cucinelli and Ralph Lauren, didn’t want to waste their valuable creative energy thinking about catchy names.
Dolce & Gabbana’s first collection, launched in the same year it was founded, was primarily made up of women’s clothing but also included lingerie, beachwear, and accessories which, due to their distinctive designs emphasizing sensuality and femininity, became an instant hit.
Emboldened by its success, Dolce & Gabbana has expanded its scope throughout the following decades by introducing lines of clothes and footwear (for both sexes) often featuring slim cuts, bold animal prints and iconic Italian flair and imagery, as well as accessories, fragrances, and cosmetics, many of which (like Sicily Bags and sunglasses) became an indispensable part of many fashion-conscious members’ wardrobes.
Who Owns Dolce & Gabbana ?
Once a up-and-coming company becomes successful, it’s only a matter of time when representatives of various larger conglomerates will, with bags full of money, come knocking on its door in order to get a piece of the action (or, as we in Croatian say, pie). Fortunately for us, Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana valued their vision, dreams and creative freedom more than money – in an interview for an Italian daily Corriere della Sera Domenico said “We have rejected all offers to buy Dolce & Gabanna. One can have a lot of money but if you are not free, what do you do with it?”. Whether you love them due to their creative spirit or hate them for the sometimes corny commercials their company uses… you have to take your hat off to them because of that.
Dolce & Gabbana‘s shares are, as of time of this writing, owned by Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana (each owning a 40% stake) while the remaining 20% belongs to the Dolce family via Domenico’s brother Alfonso (current CEO) and sister Dora (responsible for research and development for the brand’s ready-to-wear line)
Are Dolce & Gabbana Clothes Fashion-forward?
Yes, a vast majority of Dolce & Gabbana clothes are, due to their distinctive, flamboyant and daring designs, undeniably fashion-forward. They often draw inspiration from art, history, and their own Italian roots (the blazer in the picture below being a good example of this), resulting in collections that feel both modern and timeless. And inappropriate for business settings.
For those looking for something more classic and timeless, Dolce & Gabbana has, a decent selection of clothes that aren’t as flamboyant that’d be worth of your consideration 🙂 .
Where Dolce & Gabbana Clothes are Made?
Dolce & Gabbana clothes are mostly made in Italy utilizing a combination of in-house production facilities and outsourced manufacturing (for example, some of its leather jackets are made by Ruffo in Empoli, an area known for its leatherwear manufacturing). A small part (usually made-to-measure and runway clothes) are made in its atelier in France.
As it’s the case with many luxury fashion brands, Dolce & Gabbana has, in order to reduce costs, moved some of its production mostly to cheaper European countries such as Serbia (underwear) and Portugal (t-shirts, hoodies). All in all, don’t panic in case if you don’t see “Made in Italy” on a Dolce & Gabbana product 🙂 .
Are Dolce & Gabbana Clothes Counterfeited?
Yes, Dolce & Gabbana products in general (not just clothes) are, like those from many other popular luxury brands, faked – as matter of fact, it’s one of the MOST HEAVILY faked brands. In case you’re planning to buy one of their products, buy them from an AD (Authorized Dealer), from a seller who’s willing to provide you with additional pictures and who has a great return policy (that’s how some millionaire on a budget got several of its products) or from a reputable site like Vestaire Collective. Yes, you’ll pay significantly more, but you can be rest assured that the product that you’ll be getting will be genuine (and which won’t fall apart several months after purchase or, in case of cosmetics, to, G.d forbid, do damage to your skin).
Which Dolce & Gabbana Products you Suggest Buying?
As I said before, the vast majority of Dolce & Gabbana clothes are of flamboyant and daring designs. If you’re a type of person who loves to be in center of attention, their dresses, blazers, dress shirts and leather jackets are certainly worth of your consideration. For those who are, so to speak, somewhat less flamboyant (like yours truly), clothes from Etro Milano will be more suitable.
Also, it’s important to mention that Dolce & Gabbana clothes, due to their aesthetics which often emphasizes a tailored and form-fitting silhouette, run slim (and sometimes very slim). In case you’re between sizes or prefer a more relaxed fit, it might be a good idea to go one (even two) size(s) up.
Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren (aka Ralph Lauren Purple Label) – (F, M)
The roots of this Ralph Lauren line go back to 1967 when Ralph Lauren, who was working for the tie manufacturer Beau Brummell at the time, asked his boss to let him start his own line. Instead of docking his pay or firing him for his insolence, his boss let him do just that and the same year, the Ralph Lauren Corporation was founded.
During the following years, the Ralph Lauren Corporation grew by leaps and bounds and in 1971 it established its first high luxury line, the Ralph Lauren Collection. This line caters exclusively to women and offers a collection of ready-to-wear and made-to-measure clothes such as haute couture influenced jackets, coats, shirts and dresses which are meticulously constructed (often with hand-finished details) from some of the best materials available.
Besides haute couture influenced clothes, the Ralph Lauren Collection also offers a wide selection of suits, blazers, sportswear and footwear which, as you might’ve guessed, are intended for members of the fairer sex.
It wasn’t until 1994 when the Ralph Lauren Corporation, after Lauren getting compliments on his new bespoke suit he ordered from England, had finally stepped into the high luxury menswear segment. That line, called Ralph Lauren, offers a collection of ready-to-wear and made-to- measure men’s suits and blazers (which are fully canvassed) in British style, as well as jackets, coats, shirts, sportswear, footwear, and accessories.
Despite their relative obscurity, both the Ralph Lauren Collection and Ralph Lauren lines (colloquially being referred as Ralph Lauren Purple Label) are held in extremely high regard among fashionistas since their products are considered to be some of the best that money can buy. As an owner of some of them (in the picture below I’m wearing one of their blazers) I completely concur 🙂 .
Read: The ULTIMATE Guide to Ralph Lauren Lines in the Milky Way
Who Owns Ralph Lauren Purple Label?
The Ralph Lauren Purple Label line is owned by the Ralph Lauren Corporation, a publicly traded company (under the ticker symbol “RL”) listed on the NYSE (New York Stock Exchange), Vanguard Group Inc, BlackRock Inc. being some of its shareholders. However, the biggest percentage of the company’s shares (39.60%) is held by the big man himself, Ralph Lauren, giving him a considerable influence over its operations.
Are Ralph Lauren Purple Label Clothes Fashion-forward?
Although Ralph Lauren Purple Label clothes may incorporate some contemporary elements, they’re generally not considered to be fashion-forward – they, just like their Giorgio Armani Black Label counterparts, feature more refined and traditional designs intended for customers who prefer style over fashion.
In case you prefer something that’s more avant-garde, clothes from Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci and Etro would be an excellent choice 🙂 .
Where Ralph Lauren Purple Label Products are Made?
Ralph Lauren Purple Label Products are made mostly in Europe (in particular, Italy) and in the United States. Some of their older merchandise were made in the United Kingdom – for example, their older suits were by made by Chester Barrie in Crewe, England, before it went bankrupt.
Also, its important to mention that some more affordable Ralph Lauren Purple Label Products that’re intended for the US market are made in Central and South America – for example, some polo shirts from this line (like the one from the picture below) are made in Peru.
Read: Where Are Ralph Lauren Clothes Made? In the US? Or Perhaps in China?
Which Ralph Lauren Purple Label Clothes You Suggest buying?
Clothes (and products) from the Ralph Lauren Purple Label line are among fashionistas considered to be, besides Brioni and Tom Ford, some of the best on the market right now – whether you buy a tie, polo shirt or suit, be rest assured that you won’t be disappointed – they’re made by some of the most reputable tailoring brands in the world (for example, men’s suits and blazers are made by Caruso and Chester Barrie) and they, if you take care of them, will quite likely outlast you. Better yet, your descendants won’t feel uncomfortable (if not disgusted) wearing them even 100 years after you leaving for Valhalla (or Sto’Vo’Kor if you’re a Klingon) since their designs, unlike wide-lapeled suits and ripped jeans, will never go out of style 🙂 .
Are Ralph Lauren Purple Label Products Faked?
Despite being a quite established line, the Ralph Lauren Purple Label isn’t nearly as popular as Polo Ralph Lauren – a line that I’m sure everyone and their mother knows about. For this for us fortunate fact alone, their products generally aren’t faked – every suit, jacket, shirt and dress that you see in a thrift store or on sites like eBay and Vestaire Collective is genuine.
As the Chinese say, nulla regula sine exceptione (there’re no rules without exception) – some Ralph Lauren Purple Label accessories like bags, belts, ties may, due to their universal sizing, be faked – in order not to, as we in the Balkans say, buy a cat in a sack, I strongly suggest that you buy them from one of their ADs (Authorized Dealers) or from some very reputable online seller who’s willing to provide you with additional pictures and who has a great return policy.
Ralph Lauren Black Label. Discontinued in 2015 – (M,F)
Launched in 2005 and discontinued in 2015, Ralph Lauren Black Label was the second-most prestigious Ralph Lauren line. That line offered ready-to-wear suits, blazers, as jackets, coats, shirts, sportswear, footwear for both men and women.
As an owner of products from both the Ralph Lauren Black Label and Ralph Lauren Purple Label lines (in the pictures below you can see me wearing a Ralph Lauren Black Label suit and blazer and, in a previous section, a Ralph Lauren Purple Label blazer), I can say with almost absolute certainty that they, in terms of quality and design, don’t really differ that much from each other – the only difference that I’ve noticed is that clothes from the Ralph Lauren Black Label line are somewhat slimmer than their Ralph Lauren Purple Label counterparts.
Read: The ULTIMATE Guide to Ralph Lauren Lines in the Milky Way
Where Ralph Lauren Black Label Products are Made and Which Ones to Buy?
Most Ralph Lauren Black Label products are, with some exceptions (not too long ago, I’ve seen trousers and a leather jacket from this line on eBay that’re made outside Europe – in China and Tunisia, to be more precise), made in Europe and the US usually by, believe it or not, the exact same tailoring brands that make products that’re part of the Ralph Lauren Purple Label line whose quality is pretty much the same – no matter what product from this line you buy, satisfaction is guaranteed IF you’re of a more athletic build. In case you aren’t, go one size up – for example, the Ralph Lauren Black Label suit I’m wearing in the picture above is one size larger (44R) than the one I normally wear (42R) and the one that I’m wearing in the bottom picture, despite being a size 42R, feels more like a 40R.
Read: Where Are Ralph Lauren Clothes Made? In the US? Or Perhaps in China?
Are Ralph Lauren Black Label Products Faked?
Ralph Lauren Black Label line, while it existed, was a very underrated high-end line – even more than the Ralph Lauren Purple Label lines I’d say. Because of this fact alone, products from this line weren’t ever faked. However, they’re often misrepresented.
Don’t freak out – I’ll explain everything so that even Harvard PhD graduates would understand 🙂 .
Many eBay sellers, mostly due to ignorance, can’t tell a difference between Ralph Lauren Black Label, RLX (mid-end) and Lauren Ralph Lauren (low-end) line because the background color of all their logos is black. In case you’d like learn how to differentiate them (and much more), check this guide first, OK 🙂 ?
Mid-end Brands
D&G. Discontinued in 2011 – (M,F)
Launched in 1994, D&G is, as you might’ve probably guessed, Dolce & Gabbana’s diffusion line – a line of products that’s, for those who aren’t familiar what that is, more affordable and accessible (or, if you want to be more politically incorrect, cheaper) compared to its counterparts from the main line.
Despite facing rather stiff competition from other mid-end brands like Hugo Boss, Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein (as well as from other diffusion lines), D&G had managed to come out on top – their casualwear and streetwear-inspired clothes and accessories were the rage in the 90s and 00s.
In 2011. D&G was, despite its profitability, discontinued because the duo behind Dolce & Gabbana, Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana, wanted to focus on one single brand. Their decision, from a from a business perspective, doesn’t any sense – why would you kill a goose that lays the golden eggs? But…from a creative point of view…it may have some merit since creative energy is a valuable and limited resource which should be spent wisely.
Are D&G Clothes Fashion-forward and Which Ones to Buy?
Despite being a diffusion line of one of the world’s most fashion-forward brands, D&G products are not as fashion-forward as those from the Dolce & Gabbana main line – most of their clothes (like the jacket that I’m wearing in the picture above) draw inspiration from street style, urban culture, and fashion movements that were popular in the 90s and 00s (like the suits from an ad in the picture below). If you’re like those looks (which are growing again in popularity – especially with the Gen Z and younger Millennials), then dresses, suits and jackets from this line are certainly something to consider!
Where D&G Products are Made?
Although a significant part of D&G products are, like their mainline counterparts, made in Italy, the vast majority of them are made in various Eastern European and Asian countries (Romania, Turkey and, of course, China) by various sub-contractors, Ittierre being the most prominent.
Are D&G Products Faked?
As I said before, D&G products were extremely popular in the 90s and 00s – possibly even more than Dolce & Gabbana’s. Thus, it comes as no surprise that they were heavily, HEAVILY faked – and almost 15 years later, they still are because this line has been growing again in popularity.
From what I’ve seen, the most counterfeited D&G products are accessories, shirts, dress shirts and jeans (suits and jackets seem to be much less faked). If you’re intending to buy any D&G product. buy them exclusively from sellers who are willing to provide you with additional pictures and have a great return policy or from a reputable site like Vestaire Collective.
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