You've been wanting to buy new Alexander McQueen shoes for a long time and finally got them. However, the look of the shoes is a bit odd – the logo is blurry, the stitching is sloppy, and the colors are not bright enough. Buying fake Alexander McQueen products is a waste of money and you don't want to do that. Fortunately, there are several ways to tell the difference between a fake and a genuine product, and prevent you from buying imitations.
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Method 1 of 10: Look for a small logo that looks too close on the shoe box or packaging
Step 1. The product by Alexander McQueen has a logo on the front and center of the box
Most fake Alexander McQueen shoes have a logo on the front of the pack, but the letters are placed too close and the size is slightly smaller. The original Alexander McQueen shoe packaging has a large logo with each letter spaced about 1.2 cm apart.
Most of the Alexander McQueen shoe packaging is also solid color, while the fake shoe packaging looks more shiny
Method 2 of 10: Watch out for logos that are too loose and unattractive
Step 1. This is a powerful way to spot fake shoes
Authentic Alexander McQueen products are bright, shiny and have neatly written letters.
The logo is sometimes written like this: “Alexander McQueen” or: “Alexander MCQUEEN.” The original product does not use a logo with lowercase letters only
Method 3 out of 10: Stay away from poor quality products that seem to spoil quickly
Step 1. All Alexander McQueen products are made with high quality materials
If the shoe looks solid and hard to the touch with your fingers, it's probably authentic. If you can squeeze it by hand, the product is likely fake.
- This usually applies to all leather products, such as shoes or handbags.
- In fact, most Alexander McQueen shoes are so tough that they need to be worn for several days before they really feel comfortable on the feet.
Method 4 of 10: Recognize a fake scarf from a logo that fades in the sun
Step 1. Alexander McQueen skull scarves are often faked by sellers
Position the scarf in the sun and pay attention to the logo. If the color looks different (usually black), the product is probably genuine.
- This trick doesn't work 100% of the time, but it can be an easy way to make decisions when doubting the authenticity of a product.
- Most original product logos appear white in ordinary light and turn black in sunlight.
Method 5 of 10: Watch out for non-English characters on product labels
Step 1. All washing instructions and product labels must be written in English
If any characters are written in non-English, the product may be counterfeit.
- If it says “Made in China”, the product is probably fake.
- Most of Alexander McQueen's products are made in Italy so it says “Made in Italy” on the label. However, this does not apply to all products.
Method 6 of 10: Watch out for dust bags that seem small and of poor quality
Step 1. Dust-proof bags are included in the shoe and handbag sales packages to keep them clean when stored
Alexander McQueen's original dustproof bag features a logo that is slightly higher than the surface of the fabric. You can feel it by hand to check it. The bag material should be of high quality and feel soft.
Most Alexander McQueen dustproof bags have a logo that blends into the fabric instead of being printed on the top with the vinyl
Method 7 out of 10: Identify counterfeit products by colors that are blurry and appear faded
Step 1. Alexander McQueen products look bright and of high quality
If your product looks a bit faded, is a dull white, or is yellowish in color, it's probably a fake. This can be a little hard to spot from photos when you shop online. So, it's best to check the color of the product directly.
This applies to all sneakers. If the color of the product is bright white, make sure it is not cream or off-white
Method 8 of 10: Look at the photo of the shoe on the sales package
Step 1. Pay attention to the outside of the shoe box
The original Alexander McQueen shoe box did not include a photo of the shoe, only the silhouette of the product. If there is a sticker on the sales box that shows a picture of the shoe inside, it's probably a fake.
- Some shoes simply don't include a sticker out of the box.
- If the image of the shoe looks blurry or ugly, the product is probably a fake.
Method 9 of 10: Don't buy shoes with seams that look sloppy or asymmetrical
Step 1. This method will allow you to identify the original product
If the seams appear asymmetrical, loose, or messy, the shoes are probably fake.
- Each stitch should be the same size and length.
- Most of the stitching on Alexander McQueen shoes is white, but the color may vary based on the product you purchased.
Method 10 of 10: Notice the shoe logo is not centered
Step 1. All Alexander McQueen shoes have a logo on the front
Most fake Alexander McQueen shoes have the logo on the tongue, but they are too high up. The original Alexander McQueen shoe has a logo that sits right on the tongue of the forefoot.
The color of the logo depends on the type of shoe purchased, but genuine Alexander McQueen shoes definitely have a high-quality logo that doesn't look blurry or faded
Tips
- If you find a product that is too heavily discounted, it's most likely a fake.
- If you buy shoes online, ask for proof of purchase of the original product before making a transaction.
