So hard to make a call, these photos look OK. If you have an experienced cobbler in your area who works on high end shoes they could certainly give you an informed opinion.
Authenticate Those SHOES
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Good morning all. I probably make everyone scratch their head when I'm always asking for the picture of the interior "quarter"-that area where the heel lining meets the side lining but IMO it's the part of the shoe that is never finished cleanly and correctly except on authentic product. I still see a few things that aren't what I would expect on a shoe of this pricepoint but I also know that not every hand that works on a shoe works perfectly on every day. I was more concerned about Audreylita's concerns as I doubt that anyone knows that specific shoe and brand better than she does but I agree that the quarter is finished correctly. I also agree as already stated that it's a good idea to have all materials checked by a local shoemaker/cobbler to see that all materials are leather and that the satin is silk ( a drycleaner can also check the satin). Everyone needs to remember that those of us that give authenticity opinions are usually pretty careful and pretty knowledgeable but we all can make a mistake and more importantly, looking at photos is just not the same thing as having the item in hand and we're specifically talking about one of the most highly faked shoes on the planet.
Tried on boots today which is why I asked that you waited. Really odd IMO but some styles absolutely do not have stamped sock linings which really surprised me. Now that I know that as fact, I think you're fine. Of course they didn't have the boot I wanted in black.
Hi there! I am brand new to this forum and glad to be here! I just bought these new Frye Billy Short Booties on Amazon and had them delivered the other day. I love the look and they are pretty comfortable (though I only wore them for a short time today before wondering if they are authentic) which actually brought me to this forum. Here is a link to them on Amazon where I purchased https://www.amazon.com/FRYE-Womens-Billy-Shootie-WSHOVN-Western/dp/B00R54ZOVY/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1478315026&sr=8-4-fkmr0&keywords=frye%2Bbilly%2Bshort&th=1 . The ones I received have a different stamp on the sole and is different in the inside heel as well. The pictures on Amazon show different stamps/logo size etc as does the picture on the Frye site. I have attached 2 picturesof mine vs. the picts on Amazon/Frye. I know that they aremade in Mexico and Frye does make boots in US, China & Mexico. I am unsure if this effects the logos/stamps. Thanks in advance for an advice and looking forward to being a member of these forums!
Not a Frye expert but they look fine to me
I'm not a Frye expert but those look totally fine to me and stamping is consistent with my experience.
Good Even ladies, I'm trying not to be paranoid, but should i be worried about This Fuzzy YSL Tribute Sole stamp?
Compared to another pair of tributes, the Paris Symbol is crystal clear. TIA
The Serial Numbers on the lower strap checks out.
Compared to another pair of tributes, the Paris Symbol is crystal clear. TIA
The Serial Numbers on the lower strap checks out.
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I'm certainly concerned but no one IMO should authenticate anything off one element of a shoe regardless of how problematic it is. Please post pictures of the shoe on its side (and make sure that you stand directly over it), the sole stamp (and soling) and the lining of the upper showing how it is finished at seams. You can also refer to the requested picture list on the first page of this thread but I definitely need the above at the minimum. Others may request more.