First off, some people *swear* they’ve seen fakes there. Someone on Reddit (bless their souls) was saying they got kicks for $25! Twenty-five bucks! Now, I’m no sneakerhead, but even *I* know that’s sus. Like, seriously sus. They were all like, “Fake or not, it’s a steal!” Which, yeah, maybe. But still… raises some red flags, ya know?
BUT THEN, you gotta consider the other side. Someone else pointed out that Nike would probably be all over Plato’s Closet like white on rice if they were knowingly slinging counterfeit goods. I mean, a company the size of Nike ain’t gonna let that slide. That makes sense, right? So, maybe the cheap shoes were just…really, really cheap?
And Plato’s Closet *says* they only buy and sell gently used, name-brand stuff. So, in theory, everything should be legit. But hey, let’s be real, sometimes stuff slips through the cracks. Employees are human, they might not be able to spot a super-convincing fake, especially if it’s a really good knockoff. And let’s be honest, some people are trying to pull a fast one!
Plus, from what I’ve heard, they’re kinda picky about what they take. Like, they want stuff that’s in good condition and in demand. Someone even said they take Jordans! But, ya know, only certain styles and sizes. Which makes sense from a business perspective, I guess.
Personally? I think it’s a case-by-case thing. Like, you *could* find a fake there. It’s not impossible. But I also think it’s more likely you’re just gonna find a pair of shoes that someone else didn’t want anymore and that Plato’s Closet priced really low to move ’em.
Honestly, if you’re worried, just give ’em a good once-over before you buy. Check the stitching, the materials, the logo…you know, do your due diligence. And if something seems too good to be true, it probably is. And if you really want to be sure, maybe stick to buying directly from the manufacturer, or a reputable reseller. Or, heck, try Poshmark – I hear you can make a killing there selling the stuff Plato’s Closet rejects.
