Alexander McQueen Oversize trainers: 7 tips for spotting fakes

In 2019, the Oversize trainers by British fashion designer Alexander McQueen were the most searched-for sneakers on the internet. Every two minutes, a search was carried out. Since their release, they have become a must-have. With its sleek style and oversized sole, it's still a huge hit today.

Here are 7 tips for recognising a genuine Alexander McQueen Oversize trainer.

1/ The logo

Take a close look at the logo on your pair of Oversize trainers, as it is crucial. Counterfeiters generally reproduce it inaccurately, and it is often too thin and badly printed on the shoe. There are also larger spaces between each of the letters than on real Alexander McQueen sneakers. Finally, you should know that the "Alexander McQueen" logo is only written in certain very specific forms, like this "Alexander McQueen", like this "Alexander MCQUEEN" or even, all in capitals "ALEXANDER MCQUEEN", but you will never see it all in lower case like this "Alexander mcqueen".

On the left, the authentic Alexander McQueen logo, on the right, an Alexander McQueen imitation.

2/ Laces

One mistake that counterfeiters often make when reproducing Alexander McQueen Oversize trainers is to make the laces a little too thin. Try to feel the quality of your laces by touching them.

On the left, an authentic pair by Alexander McQueen, on the right, a copy by Alexander McQueen.

3/ Seams

Alexander McQueen's Oversize trainer is made from top-quality materials, and the stitching is meticulously done, without the slightest flaw. If the stitches look uneven, there's no doubt you're looking at an Alexander McQueen knock-off. On an authentic Oversize trainer, the stitches are the same size and length.

4/ The inner tongue

On the inside of the tongue of your pair of Alexander McQueen trainers you will usually find the following markings: numbers and a letter. Look at the print quality, colour and font size.

On the left, an authentic pair of Alexander McQueen shoes, on the right, an Alexander McQueen imitation.

5/ The outsole

Turn your shoe inside out for this step. On the bottom of your pair of luxury oversized trainers, there is a design and a logo. Firstly, on fake Alexander McQueen shoes, the logo is far too thick and wide. Secondly, on authentic Alexander McQueen sneakers, the logo is clean and without irregularities.

Left: a real Alexander McQueen, a fake Alexander McQueen

6/ the dupes

As well as counterfeits, there are also plenty of dupes of Alexander McQueen's Oversize trainer. As mentioned in our dedicated article on the difference between a dupe and a counterfeit, unlike a counterfeit, which reproduces an item with the aim of deceiving customers, a dupe refers to re-adapted luxury products to which brands have added their 'touch'. On a dupe you will find neither the brand, nor the name, nor the logo of the great designer from whom it takes its inspiration because it bears its own official brand.

An Alexander McQueen dupe sold by Asos for €42.99

7/ Buy your Alexander McQueen oversize trainers second-hand with Obvy

So, if you want to get the original pair of luxury trainers, opt for second-hand Alexander McQueen sneakers with Obvy. You'll avoid being taken in by scams between private individuals thanks to our 100% secure system. Also, if you receive your pair of oversized trainers and realise they're counterfeit, Obvy makes it easy to return them to the seller.

However, if you're only interested in the style of the shoe, you can opt for Alexander McQueen dupes. Many shops carry them in their collections, including brands such as Pull and Bear, Boohoo and Zara.