Gucci handbags, shoes and other accessories are extremely expensive, and extremely coveted. Below are a few informative tidbits about Gucci, as well as some great shopping resources.
Established:
1921 in Florence, Italy
Line Includes:
Women's and men's shoes, handbags, fragrance, luggage, watches, belts, eyewear, scarves and ready-to-wear apparel.
Average Prices:
Handbags $700-$7000 (US)
Shoes $300-$800 (US)
Gucci Hallmarks:
"GG" logo, striped webbing, horsebit pattern, horsebit hardware.
Celebrities in Gucci:
Audrey Hepburn, Elizabeth Hurley, Grace Kelly, Nicole Kidman, Madonna, Jack Nicholson, Jackie O, Gwenyth Paltrow, Natalie Portman, Winona Ryder, Charlize Theron, etc.
Where to Buy Online:
Where the Deals Are - Discounts & Bargains:
While the following sites are not authorized sellers of Gucci, they guarantee their products to be authentic. You can find some great deals at these sites, but be certain to ask any questions about authenticity and return policies before ordering.
Forzieri - Buy Direct
FabulousLane - Vendor's Site
PureModa - Vendor's Site
More About Gucci:
Having started in 1921 as a family-owned leather goods store, Gucci generated 1.9 billion dollars in revenue in 2004, making it one of the world's leading luxury labels. With more than 200 company-operated stores throughout the world, Gucci handbags are especially coveted, and have inspired a myriad of knock-off products.
