First off, lemme tell ya, Balenciaga’s got that whole “orthopedic chic” thing goin’ on. Kinda like you raided your grandpa’s closet but made it, like, *fashion*. I honestly don’t get it sometimes, but hey, fashion, right? Anyway, these Triple S sneakers? They’re a prime target for fakes, probably *because* they’re so chunky and complicated. More parts, more places to mess up, but also, more places to look for flaws, ya dig?
So, whatcha gotta do? Well, that big “BALENCIAGA” logo plastered all over the shoe is a good place to start. Apparently, the fakes often get the font wrong. It’s supposed to be thick and bold, like it’s screaming its designer name at you. If it looks thin, or kinda…off…that’s a red flag, big time.
Then there’s the insole. Some real Balenciagas *do* have the shoe size printed on the insole, and some don’t. Sounds confusing, right? I know, I know! This is where things get tricky. It’s not a guaranteed tell, unfortunately. But, if the *quality* of the print looks cheap, like it’s gonna rub off after a few wears, that’s sus. Think about it, Balenciaga is expensive, the quality should be top-notch, like it wouldn’t just peel off after a few wears.
And while you’re checkin’ the toe box, peek at the size text there too. Apparently, that’s another place where the fakes often slip up. I’m not entirely sure *how*, ’cause I’ve never actually held a fake next to a real one, but that’s what I’m hearin’ from the internet grapevine.
Honestly, the best bet is to buy from a reputable seller. Like, a *really* reputable one. The kinda place you trust with your life savings (well, maybe not *that* much trust, but you get my drift). Places that sell pre-owned stuff, I’d be extra careful. Ask for tons of pictures, and don’t be afraid to ask questions. If they’re legit, they’ll understand your concern. If they get defensive, run!
Plus, you know, use common sense. If the price is too good to be true, it probably is. No one’s gonna sell you a real pair of Balenciagas for, like, fifty bucks. Sorry to burst your bubble.
Oh, and one last thing: don’t forget to check out those Balenciaga Speed Trainers too, if you’re into those. Apparently, the logo on those is also a dead giveaway. Fakes often get that logo all kinds of messed up.
