Destroyed R36k designer sneakers give Mzansi the chills
Is this high-fashion or tear-able?
Have you ever spent so much money on something that it has actually made you angry? Well, this got us thinking about the new high-top destroyed sneakers that have just been released by Balenciaga.
It's safe to say that these shoes are causing more than a stir online.
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Balenciaga is known for their contemporary, state-of-the art fashion choices, but who would've known that this new fashion statement would anger so many South Africans?
Many believe that they did not in fact take a step in the right direction.
One thing is for certain, these sneakers will not be very durable and anyone who buys the limited edition shoes, especially in South Africa, has questionable fashion choices.
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According to the internet, they look like they have been "excavated from an ancient site or a landfill".
Balenciaga released a note on the shoes:
"The new extremely worn, marked up and dirtied sneakers are a retooled classic design which interprets mid-century athleticism and timeless casual wear in black, white, or red, with a white rubber sole and toe. It is finished with distressed canvas and rough edges, affecting a pre-worn look. The collection comes in lace-up style, either high-top or backless, and meant to be 'worn for a lifetime'. Well, we are not so sure about that."
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Would you dare to buy these bizarre shoes? What would you think if someone was walking down the street with these?
P.S - No, this is not a social experiment, it's actually real.
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