Real Adidas items are uniformly and neatly stitched. Fake ones will have shoddy and loose stitch work. Uneven stitching often makes it easy to spot a fake Adidas product.

If the materials look cheap, there is a good chance that the shoes are fakes. Genuine Adidas shoes are made with precision and attention to detail, undergoing rigorous quality checks before appearing on the market. Counterfeit sneakers, on the other hand, often have unfinished seams or glue stains.

Adidas sizing is generally true to size. The label themselves advise that for a more loose feel, you should go up a size or, for a more snug fit, try a size smaller. These are, after all, relaxed sports-oriented pieces that need to fit your particular lifestyle.