So, lemme just say this upfront: I *love* Balenciaga sneakers. Like, a lot. Are they overpriced? Probably. Are they sometimes…well, ugly-chic? Absolutely. But something about that whole vibe – that kind of, “I’m rich and IDGAF what you think” energy – just gets me.
I saw a post about “30 Top Luxury Sneaker Brands You Need…” and let me tell ya, Balenciaga was right there at the top, where they belong. They practically *invented* the chunky sneaker craze, didn’t they? I mean, remember when everyone was rocking those Triple S monstrosities? I secretly wanted a pair, even though my bank account screamed bloody murder.
And it’s not just the Triple S. They got all sorts of weird and wonderful stuff. Like, I swear I saw one pair that looked like they’d been through a wood chipper and *then* dipped in glitter. And people were actually *buying* them! That’s Balenciaga for ya. They push the boundaries, they make you question everything, and they somehow manage to make the absurdly expensive look…desirable.
You can find some killer Balenciagas at places like FARFETCH (they even let you pay in 12 installments which…tempting, very tempting) and even some online boutiques that claim to have the “Paris de Luxe” experience (whatever *that* means, haha). But seriously, if you’re thinking about dropping some serious coin, make sure you’re getting the real deal. No one wants a knock-off Balenciaga – that’s just sad.
Honestly, the biggest debate with Balenciaga isn’t *if* they’re cool (they are, fight me), it’s *which* pair to get. There are like, a million different styles. From the Speed Sock runners (which look like futuristic slippers) to the Defender (which look like they were designed for surviving a zombie apocalypse), you’re spoiled for choice. And let’s be real, the colorways? Forget about it. Neon green, electric blue, classic black… they got it all.
I saw something about the “18 Best Balenciaga Sneakers of All Time” and tbh, that’s a tough list to make. Everyone’s got their faves, right? Mine? Probably something outrageously chunky and slightly ridiculous. But hey, that’s just me. And that’s what makes Balenciaga, well, Balenciaga. It’s not about playing it safe. It’s about making a statement. Even if that statement is, “I have more money than sense.”
