First things first, that box. Yeah, the box. I mean, think about it – Louboutin ain’t gonna skimp on the packaging, right? A real box should feel, I dunno, *substantial*. Like it’s protecting something precious. If it feels flimsy or the font’s all wonky, huge red flag. HUGE. And don’t even get me STARTED on the spelling. If “Christian Louboutin” is spelled wrong, you’re basically holding a guaranteed fake. Like, duh.
Okay, moving on to the actual shoe. Stitching, people, stitching! Real Louboutins have this insanely tight, perfect stitching. Like, microscopic level perfection. If you see any loose threads, gaps, or just generally messy work, walk away. Run away, even. They’re cutting corners somewhere, and it ain’t gonna be worth your hard-earned dough. Plus, who wants a shoe falling apart after, like, one wear? Not me, that’s for sure.
Then there’s the shape. Now, this is where things get a little tricky. You gotta kinda know your Louboutins, ya know? Like, the So Kate pumps have a *very* specific silhouette. If it looks off, even just a little bit, it probably *is* off. This is where looking at a LOT of pictures of the real deal helps. Seriously, become a Louboutin shape expert. It’s a skill that’ll save you money (and embarrassment).
Oh, and don’t forget the inside! That tongue and the sole – counterfeits, bless their little hearts, often screw that up. The text, the spacing… it’s all gotta be on point. Real Louboutins have this subtle elegance even on the parts you don’t see.
Also, heel height. Yeah, so, Louboutins are known for being ridiculously high, but not ALL of them are. We’re talking usually 10 to 12 centimeters for the classic styles. BUT! (and this is a big but) They make flats and men’s shoes now too. So, don’t automatically assume it’s fake just because it doesn’t make you tower over everyone. Check the style against what Louboutin actually *makes*.
