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Most of us do not associate “Made in China” with luxury or designer brands but more and more of those fancy Italian shoes you like so much are actually made in China. You just may not find a tag inside the shoe saying so.

Especially in the current economic market, the sales of luxury items have decreased significantly and some designer brands are suffering. One of the most effective ways to cut costs is to move the base of operation overseas, and China provides one of the most appealing markets to set up shop.

The fact that “American” or “European” shoes are made in China is no secret. Nike has long been associated with “Made in China” shoes; in fact, approximately one in three of Nike’s sneakers come with a “Made in China” sticker. This compromise is trickier for designer brands such as Chanel, Prada and Armani that have built the success of their brand on “European craftsmanship” through and through. One of the reasons that someone might spend an extra 300 dollars on a Prada shoe is that they want a piece of artisanal Europe. They want to believe that what they are purchasing is the real deal – an Italian leather shoe built by someone who knows and loves the art of shoemaking, not by a factory worker in China.

So which companies have jumped continents? Armani, Dolce & Gabbana, Bally and Prada, to name a few brands. But not all of these companies are willing to publicize this new base of operation. In fact, in some of these shoes you will find a “Made in Italy” label where perhaps a “Made in China” label should be instead. This is possible thanks to some very flexible labeling laws which base a product’s label on the final point of production. So shoes made in China will have a leather sole attached in Italy and Voila! The shoes are legally “Made in Italy”.

That is not to say that these shoes are worse quality now than when they were manufactured in Europe. The claim is that workers in China are fast and precise. That is, they are capable of making equally high-quality shoes just in less time and for less money.

According to Giorgio Bonacarso – a chemical supplier who sells products to Chinese factories that manufacture Italian shoes – nine out of 10 of the high-end Italian shoe companies are now making at least part of their shoes in China. You, the consumer, may not be aware of it, and that is because the designer brands are afraid of backlash and losing the image that made them stand out from the pack in the first place.

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Shoes tell a lot about a person. They are just as important as any other part of a well thought out wardrobe. A pair of poorly designed or cheap looking shoes will give the impression that the wearer has little regard for his appearance, even if he is wearing the latest fashion in clothing.

It is important to keep in mind that it is not wise to blindly follow the latest trends. Just try to find a stylish, comfortable pair of shoes that will compliment your already existing wardrobe. Choose something that appeals to your individual taste.

There are many benefits in choosing to invest in a quality pair of men’s Italian designer shoes. Not just the fact that they will compliment a well thought out wardrobe. Designer shoes are a valuable investment because of the quality of the materials used in their design and the research that goes into making them functional and comfortable.

My father once told me, “A good pair of shoes is never cheap and a cheap pair of shoes is never good.” I think that is good advice for anyone male or female.

The materials used are usually of the highest quality kid leather. This makes the shoes light and flexible yet sturdy. There are many extra features that are included in the design of the shoes. Among these features are specially designed heels to educe pressure on a man’s heel, non-slip soles to provide safety, added room in the toe box for comfort and anti-sweat soles to reduce sweating and prevent foot odor.

Italian designer shoes are very popular for their well-crafted look and stylish presentation. There are many different styles of shoes, designed with different men in mind. It is very easy to find a shoe that will suit both your taste and your budget.

With many online stores available, choosing a quality pair of Italian Designer shoes that appeal anyone’s taste has never been easier. You can shop from your own chair, in the privacy of your own home without going running all over town looking for good quality designer shoes. That is an advantage more now than ever with gas prices as high as they are.

A pair of designer shoes is well worth the investment. Since they provide quality, style and comfort, it is important to keep in mind that you only get what you pay for. If you want top quality then you must be willing to pay a little extra. Italian designer men’s shoes should be part of any sophisticated man’s wardrobe, are they in yours?