The same goes for the “YZY” logo printed on the shoe. Check the side of the shoe for Adidas’ famous trefoil design!
If the shoe is real, it will simply have “Made in China,” along with a bar code and the usual size and gender specifications and serial code. [1] X Research source
The text should read “adidas YEEZY” with the Adidas trefoil in between. The insoles’ text should not be pure white but a dark gray that almost blends in with the background color. Insoles should be mirrored images of each other.
On counterfeit pairs, they use the letter “V” instead of the correct “W. " The letters on the fakes curve up while the real Yeezys go straight across.
The dots outside the rectangle don’t count.
The shoe’s tongue is another dead giveaway regarding its realness. A fake pair of Yeezy’s soft material makes the tongue slouchier, while a real pair stands straight up. [4] X Research source
Yeezy 500s will be released on July 7, 2018 and are listed for $200. [5] X Research source Authentic, two-year old Yeezys are being resold for $1,500. [6] X Research source If you find a pair going for $100 and it’s not on sale or clearance, don’t buy!
Adidas offers visitors to its site the option to sign up for updates regarding Yeezys. [7] X Research source
A fake pair of Yeezys won’t have the correct serial number on the box. Verify the shoes’ number with what is on the box to make sure you have the real deal. [9] X Research source
