I gotta say, seeing that one review about the tongue peeling after just a month? Ouch. For over a hundred quid? That’s just not on. Makes you wonder, doesn’t it? Was it *actually* a genuine pair? Because honestly, even genuine leather shoes shouldn’t fall apart that quick. My grandma’s slippers lasted longer!
And that’s where things get tricky. Figuring out what’s real and what’s a total rip-off. The “fake shoes flooding the market” thing? SO true. You gotta be like, a detective or something to avoid getting scammed. I saw some online that looked *almost* identical, but the price was suspiciously low. Major red flag, obvs.
Then you get into the whole leather vs. “vegan” leather debate. Like, is the real leather actually *better* quality? Is it worth it? Or are you just contributing to, you know, sad cow vibes? And “vegan” leather… is it even truly eco-friendly, or just more plastic junk pretending to be green? It’s a whole minefield, I tell ya.
Personally, I’m a bit torn. On the one hand, I kinda want a pair. They’re just so… extra. On the other hand, the thought of getting ripped off with some cheap knock-off makes me wanna chuck my phone out the window. Plus, the whole ethics thing gives me the heebie jeebies.
But then I see some people raving about how durable and comfy they are, and I’m like, “Okay, maybe it’s worth the risk… if I can find a legit pair.” It’s a gamble, I suppose. Maybe stick to buying from reputable retailers? Or, like, examining them under a magnifying glass when they arrive?
