Authenticity

We only sell authentic pairs

We do not sell fakes. Here is how we check pairs, what you can check yourself before buying, and what we do if a pair turns out not to be authentic.

01

How we check a pair

We assess authenticity when a pair comes in, before restoration and before it goes on sale. Every pair is checked by our team, who have been working with footwear for 6 years and know which details to look at.

  1. Label and style code

    We check the label inside the shoe: whether the style code and sizes match the model and colourway of the pair.

  2. Materials and stitching

    We examine materials, stitching, glue lines and prints, and compare them with how the original model is made.

  3. Markings and construction details

    Logos, outsole, insole and markings: their shape, placement and build quality.

  4. Second level

    We additionally check selected pairs in CheckCheck. A pair we are not sure about does not go on sale.

Sneakly legit check + CheckCheck

Two levels of verification

The first level is the Sneakly legit check, which every pair goes through. The second is CheckCheck, an external app for verifying the authenticity of sneakers: it receives the pairs for which we want outside confirmation. There they are assessed by image recognition technology and two authenticators.

02

What you can check yourself

  • Label photo

    For most pairs the gallery includes a photo of the label with the style code and sizes.

  • Style code

    We list the style code in the QC protocol on the product page. Search for it online and compare the model and colourway.

  • Photos of this pair

    We photograph the exact pair we ship, including any visible signs of wear.

03

What if a pair turns out not to be authentic

Full refund, and we cover shipping both ways

A pair that is not authentic does not conform to the contract. If you have doubts about a pair you bought from us, email hello@sneakly.studio with your order number and photos.

We collect the pair at our cost. We check that it is the same pair we sent and assess its authenticity again, also in CheckCheck if needed. If it is confirmed that the pair is not authentic, we refund the full amount you paid including delivery. We accept such claims for at least one year after you receive the pair, independently of the 14-day no-reason return. Details: returns and complaints.

Have a question about a specific pair before buying? Write to us and we will send extra photos of the label and details.

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