Vans sneakers: how to distinguish a fake from an original

Vans is a relatively young brand, just over half a century old. It produces mainly sports shoes, as well as hats and haberdashery (backpacks, socks, laces). Particularly popular among buyers sneakers: light, comfortable and stylish. Counterfeiters, parasitizing on people's love, also did not ignore them: they actively copy and distribute. The high risk of purchasing an imitation instead of the original increasingly forces consumers to prepare for the purchase in advance, studying the difference between the company and the fake.

How to distinguish real Vans sneakers from fake ones

After inspection, it will be clear what kind of product we have in front of us and whether it is worth buying. To make sure the shoes are original, you should pay attention to the packaging, laces, soles, price and even the weight of the pair.

Package

It is the first one that falls into the hands of the client and includes:

1. A branded box, which can vary in design. There is a sticker on it with information about the model, color and size of the shoe.There is also a barcode that can be scanned using a smartphone. If a Google search found all the data - the sneakers are original, but didn’t work - most likely not.
2. The shoes are wrapped in papyrus paper with the brand logo repeated repeatedly and in an orderly manner. “Undressed” sneakers are fake.
3. Inside the lid of the box there is a small round white sticker with the country of origin code.

Material and appearance

After taking the sneakers out of the box, you need to carefully examine them.

The original is always flawless: the assembly of parts is smooth, the stitching is neat. No waves, protruding pieces of rubber, fabric, threads. There should be no glue drips, voids or other defects at the joints between the upper and the sole. The heel is quite dense and holds the foot well. The size and country of manufacture are indicated on the inside of the tongue.

Sole

Vans's is thick, but not too hard and doesn't slip. You can check this by running them over a smooth surface, such as ice or tiles. It differs from a fake in its elasticity, bends easily, and no cracks or breaks are formed. The tread is most often in the form of a combination of rhombuses and hexagons. One of them duplicates the manufacturer's code (remember the small round label inside the box). The edging in front has a clear dotted relief, which is not present on the fake.

Logos and tags

Branded shoes have a plastic holder inserted into the hole for the lace. A paper label in the shape of a skateboard is attached to it. On a red background there is a white inscription “Vans Off the wall”.

The manufacturer's logo is also present on:

• insole;
• the vertical part of the sole in the heel area;
• material on the side.

All inscriptions on the product are made clearly, with high-quality paint. On a fake, the print, especially on the inside, is smeared and wears off quickly.

Laces

There are holes for them with or without eyelets, depending on the model. Only one sneaker in a box should be laced. The user will have to work on the second one himself.

There are no ties on slip-on models. Rubber inserts help keep the product on the foot.

Weight and price

Real Vans weigh less and cost more than fake ones. There are no prices below 3 thousand rubles, even taking into account sales. This is especially true for popular models of basic colors. Their prices, even with discounts, are always average or higher.

It is better to purchase branded sneakers from registered trading partners of the brand or on the original website. When purchasing from retailers, you must be extremely careful. Counterfeit suppliers will not completely copy sneakers and use high-quality raw materials. Consequently, a fake will definitely give itself away in some way, and a vigilant buyer will certainly notice it.