"I don't want to limit my creativity. On the other hand, I've never seen boundaries in dreams." So Philippe Model directly from the dream vision materializes on the catwalks of
luxury men's footwear , where for years nothing else has been talked about.
Philippe Model Paris , an avant-garde brand with a heritage of profoundly French style, combined with the mastery of Made in Italy and Italian design, has become famous throughout the world, also conquering a vast female clientele. An artisanal workmanship taken care of in the smallest detail starting from the choice of fine leathers, raw materials with an absolute guarantee of quality, and in the types of cut chosen to enhance the creative choices of the Parisian headquarters. And like every brand that gathers a fair amount of success, becoming over time an icon of luxury and a must-have accessory,
Philippe Model Paris has also had to deal with the evergreen market of counterfeiting , which has immediately tried to replicate the incredible success of these versatile and at the same time precious and fine shoes. So how do you recognize a pair of original Philippe Model sneakers, and how do you understand when the men's or women's collection pieces are not original? There are certainly details and precautions to keep in mind, especially when purchasing.
Philippe Model Paris: Understanding if Men's Sneakers Are Original
The coat of arms
is certainly the primary symbol of Philippe Model: we are talking about the
coat of arms sewn by hand on each individual shoe that represents the stylised coat of arms of Paris, to preserve the magic of the place from which the dream took shape, materializing in the reality of the catwalks around the world. In some models, the coat of arms can be hinted at through a play of holes, colours and stratifications, reinterpreted according to the aesthetic taste of the moment and linked to the creative impulse that generates each individual collection. Another absolutely essential detail to
recognise a pair of original Philippe Model is the sole, which has unique and peculiar characteristics for each individual model. For example, in the Philippe Model Tropez X model the sole is high and sinuous, more important with reinforcement on the heel, to taper at the tip, a trend taken up by the latest running collections and which allows for a slimmer and thinner shape. Furthermore,
Philippe Model Tropez models always feature a clever mix of high-quality materials , from leathers such as suede to technological fabrics such as nylon, to create an ever-winning contrast between glamorous elegance and sporty attitude. An interesting detail is the double-material interior: leather used for the interior around the heel, and terry cloth, the soft sponge fabric, used for the interior from the instep to the tip. Upper shoe made with leather materials, in addition to the clever mix of suede and nylon, which make the Tropez recognizable and unique: be wary of models proposed as original but which are made from a single material, or with poor quality materials. Real leather is in fact recognizable to the touch for its softness and aroma, which distinguishes it from synthetic leather or other types of materials, which may also have residues of chemical baths that can be evident to the smell. A detail, that of the sole, which is also important to recognize the
Philippe Model Paris X models, which thanks to a very particular type of bandage patented by the brand, are absolutely recognizable thanks to the asymmetry almost perpendicular to the heel. The inevitable contrasting emblem sewn on the side of the shoe, and the writing PM/78 EDT represent a further guarantee of the originality of the model, as it recalls
the date on which Philippe Model launched his Parisian brand in the capital of French fashion.
Philippe Model, attention to detail in women's sneakers
When purchasing a pair of
Philippe Model women's sneakers , attention to detail is simply essential: the first thing to make sure of is the type of box in which the seller or store, whether a commercial structure or an online e-commerce, will deliver the pair of shoes. Philippe Model sneakers are sold in
boxes with the logo clearly visible on the lid that occupies the central part and almost the entire length, as well as being made of rough cardboard, and reported through an adhesive label on the side, which shows the bar code and precise model of the shoe purchased. Once the box is opened, it is possible to see a postcard, often in the same material as the box, which first of all thanks the customer for choosing a product from the Philippe Model line, then telling interesting details about the maison and the chosen collection, in both Italian and English. Together with the postcard, you should find the inevitable
shoe bag with the Philippe Model logo, essential for protecting the sneakers during trips and transfers of various kinds. Sometimes, some sales channels may leave their tag, attached to the laces or inserted inside the box, to identify the luxury store to which Philippe Model has granted its collections. If the sales channel offers different details, immediately distrust imitations. Under the tissue paper that protects the shoes, delicately wrapped in paper, it is essential to find the control tag, to be sure that an original pair of shoes is being delivered. In addition to all the features to keep in mind for men's models, also for women's models, the
Philippe Model Eze Satin deserves special mention, the maxi sneakers inspired by the world of multicolor and multi-fabric running . In fact, the inevitable mix of different styles and materials that characterizes many Philippe Model collections must be kept in mind, which also in this case mixes white leather, suede and metallic details with silk inserts. The detail of the sole is important, reaching 5 cm at the height of the heel, while the shoes must be equipped with a removable insole. On the contrary, do not trust in purchasing the product.
Philippe Model, the sales channels that guarantee the purchase of original shoes
In addition to the official website that offers its own e-commerce with all the new seasonal items and preview capsules,
Philippe Model shoes can be found in important shop windows and showrooms in the most important capitals worldwide. Given the exclusivity of the sales channel, it is better to avoid buying this specific brand through false opportunities, or being enchanted by unprotected stalls, but to focus on the
sales network of luxury stores . Whether they are corner stores, important
single-brand stores like the one in via Sant'Andrea in Milan, or they offer a selection of collections within famous
multi-brand luxury outlets , it is essential to ensure the seriousness of the sales channel, which is essential when you decide to
buy on e-commerce . In fact, each online sales channel must guarantee the origin and authenticity of the brands it chooses for its catalog, have an available customer service and demonstrate its experience in the sale of fashion luxury brands. Qualities that can be verified through constant research and proven attention to quality and the brand that the store chooses to bring in its window, whether on display or virtual, in addition to the attention to detail in the explanations of what characterizes its collections. If you find yourself in front of improvised sites, in which the origin and explanation relating to each individual model of the collection is not clear, without full photos of the product that shows the integrity of the shoe, it is better to be wary of the purchase and turn to more accredited e-commerce.
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