These are real Y2K era shoes. Original production from the late 1990s and early 2000s that were never worn or sold. No dupes. No remakes. No apologies.

Deadstock means unworn original footwear that never entered circulation. It’s about condition, not nostalgia. Y2K is simply the chapter these shoes belong to.

Because they’re old. Rubber and foam oxidize over time even when unused. Slight yellowing is normal and expected in authentic deadstock shoes. Perfect white soles usually belong to reproductions.

We inspect every pair before release. Natural aging is part of deadstock, but unstable or compromised shoes do not make it to the site. They were designed to be worn, not archived.

They’re meant to be worn. All-nighters and no plans. If they feel too precious, you’re doing it wrong.

Because they come from a different design mindset entirely. Heavier soles. Stranger proportions. Experimental materials. No pressure to be timeless or minimal. Function followed attitude.

That’s why they still hit.

Most pairs were originally made in women’s sizing and are listed accordingly. But these shoes aren’t gendered in practice. If you like them and they fit, they’re yours. We’re always happy to help you get the sizing right.