First things first, let’s talk packaging. Yeah, yeah, the box *should* be all fancy with the Prada logo, clear as day. But honestly? Counterfeiters are getting *really* good at faking boxes. Don’t just rely on that, okay? It’s a red herring! Think of it like, um, a first date where they’re trying *too* hard to impress you. Suspicious, right? That’s the box too.
Then there’s the dust bag. Supposedly, it’s *gotta* have the logo on it. Fine. But even *if* it’s there, you gotta actually, y’know, *look* at the quality of the bag. Is it flimsy? Does it feel cheap? ‘Cause Prada ain’t cheap. The dust bag should feel substantial, like it’s actually protecting something valuable.
Now, let’s get to the shoes themselves. This is where the rubber meets the road, literally and figuratively! Prada uses *premium* materials. Think buttery soft leather, luxurious suede, maybe even some high-quality nylon. Feel the shoe. Does it feel like something that’s gonna last? Or does it feel like it’s gonna fall apart after a few wears? If it feels like the latter, well, you probably got bamboozled.
And the stitching! Ugh, this is so important. Genuine Prada shoes often have hand-stitching, which makes them super durable. Take a close look. Are the stitches even? Are there any loose threads? If the stitching looks sloppy, it’s a HUGE red flag. Like, *run-away-screaming* red flag. Seriously.
Okay, lemme just say something: I personally think the Prada Monolith boots are kinda cool. The chunky sole? Yeah, I’m into it. But even those need to be inspected carefully. Pay attention to the details on the sole, the placement of the logo (if there is one on the sole), and just the overall feel of the boot. Does it feel solid? ‘Cause it SHOULD.
Quality. Quality. Quality. I can’t stress this enough. Prada is known for its quality. If the shoe feels flimsy, if the materials feel cheap, if the stitching is sloppy, then it’s probably a fake. And honestly, even if it *looks* amazing but feels off, trust your gut! Your intuition is your best friend here.