With hype comes hustle- and counterfeiters. If you’re new to the game, here’s how to spot a fake before you get finessed.
- Price Too Good? Red Flag If the price seems like a steal, it probably is. Authentic Jordans or Yeezys won’t go for ¥5000 ($45) new. Trust your gut- and your math.
- The Box Doesn’t Match Sneasker boxes should be crisp, detailed, and appropriately branded. Cheap cardboard, blurry fonts, or genetics packaging? Major warning signs.
- Check the Details Look at stitching, logos, color ways, and shapes. Counterfeits often miss small but important design features. Compare with photos from the official brand site.
- QR Codes and Tags Many legit sneakers now come scannable tags or apps to verify authenticity. No code? Question it.
- Ask Trusted Communities Online sneaker forums, apps like Legit Check, and even Reddit can help you confirm if your pair is the real deal. Don’t be shy to ask. Foot-ish Tip: When in doubt, buy from verified retailers- or skip the drop altogether.