How to Spot a Fake Pair of Gucci Shoes

Gucci shoes are some of the most imitated shoes on the market. Before you buy a pair of Gucci shoes online, make sure you’re not accidentally investing in a fake. Explore the guidelines below for tips on how to avoid a cheap imitation of the Gucci brand.

What to look for inside a genuine Gucci shoe: Every authentic Gucci shoe has an eight-digit serial number that is stamped into the shoe’s leather lining. All serial numbers are exactly eight digits long, so count before you buy! This serial number must be discrete; It is usually placed on the inside of the shoe next to the shoe size. The “Gucci” brand name must be stamped inside the shoe on the heel. Next to the brand name there should be a stamp that says “Made in Italy”. Both seals must be easily visible. As always, make sure that the stamps have been applied with quality (ie, that they are well aligned, that the brand name is spelled correctly, etc.). A genuine designer shoe will almost never cover up the designer’s name, so if for some reason the “Gucci” stamp is cut off or covered up, the shoe is likely a fake. Finally, Gucci shoes are lined with leather. The seller of a genuine Gucci shoe will be aware of this fact.

What to look for in the sole of an authentic Gucci shoe: The sole of an authentic Gucci shoe should be leather. Again, an honest provider should be able to easily answer any of these types of questions. In fact, a good way to test the waters if you’re suspicious is to ask a series of detailed questions about the shoes you want to buy (make sure you know the right answers!) and then see how your supplier responds.

Gucci shoe soles vary by gender. Gucci shoes for women will have the words “Gucci” and “Made in Italy” stamped on the sole of the shoe. A man’s Gucci shoe may be stamped or it may have a silver plate engraved with the brand’s name.

What to look for in genuine Gucci shoe packaging: Genuine Gucci shoes usually come in dark brown dust bags. The bags are printed with the “double G” logo. The shoebox is also dark brown and should have the word “Gucci” embossed on the lid. The letters must be silver.