First things first, remember when this collab dropped? Gucci made a big splash about it, announcing it back in December sometime, I think? (Dates are hard, man). The initial release was through *Gucci’s* channels. So, naturally, your first stop *should* be Gucci’s official e-commerce site. Keep an eye there, especially ’round fall 2022, ’cause I think there was a specific collection coming out then, featuring some winter-ready parkas and stuff. Fingers crossed they still have some stock floating around. (Sometimes things just… reappear, ya know?)
Now, here’s where it gets a lil’ more interesting. See, Gucci also did this whole “Gucci Pin” thing…basically pop-up shops in Brooklyn and L.A., plus those shop-in-shops within *actual* Gucci stores in San Fran. So, like, if you happen to be near any of those locations, it might be worth a shot to, like, physically go and see if they have anything left. You never know what gems you might unearth! I mean, it’s a long shot, but hey, worth a try, right?
But let’s be real, the primary market is often long gone. That’s where StockX comes in. They’re like, a legit marketplace for buying and *selling* verified hypebeast stuff, including North Face x Gucci. You can find everything from padded jackets to, I dunno, women’s knitwear, I guess. StockX has this “StockX Verified” thing too, which basically means they’ve made sure the item is actually legit and not some dodgy knockoff. Important, right? ‘Cause nobody wants to get scammed on designer gear.
Honestly, navigating StockX can feel a little like browsing a flea market sometimes. You gotta sift through the listings, compare prices, and make sure you’re getting a good deal. And be aware that the prices can fluctuate wildly depending on demand. It can be a bit of a gamble, but hey, that’s part of the fun, I guess.
And then there’s the whole idea of just plain old searching online. Like, Google it, man! See if any smaller boutiques or consignment shops might have some pieces tucked away. You might stumble upon some real treasures that way.
My personal opinion? The whole North Face x Gucci thing was kinda cool, but also kinda…overhyped? Like, it’s nice stuff, for sure, but is it *really* worth paying resale prices that are, like, triple the original retail? Maybe. Maybe not. Depends on how much you *really* want that Gucci logo slapped on your North Face jacket.