Hey Beauties! (bitter AF that I’m not partaking in “National Cheeseburger Day” but.. whatevs) There are just some things that you’ll go to the ends of the online world, walk down the darkest alleys, wheel and deal with the sketchiest people, to get your hands on. OK, calm down sis.. You can just hop on Google and pray to the internet God’s that you find exactly what you’re looking for. I HAD to get my hands on these Nike Shox X Comme des Garcons sneaker collab. Everything about them screamed MODISH CHAMPAGNE… the all black rough edge design and double branded chains weaved through the shox pods was… uffff… no words. I am familiar with the structure and design of a Nike Shox sneaker and knew they were dope and different. I can sit here and swear to you that I can vividly remember the Nike Shox wave that came through like nobody’s business and EVERYONE had to have them. I personally didn’t own a pair when they released initially since they were more “athletic” geared as opposed to casual. I’m also sure they didn’t match my Abercombie&Fitch polo and distressed jeans at the time (rolling my eyes at the basic bi**h teenager I was) but I can remember seeing them everywhere. If you would of told me that Comme Des Garcons was gonna do a collab with the Nike Shox back in the day I would of spit out my Capri Sun. This is a very unique collab!
So Ashamed of Myself
I’m low key ashamed to say that I was somewhat out of the loop on this one. Your girl was making Boss A** moves at the time (getting this website in order) and I was fully consumed at that moment. I caught the buzz and heard that this collab was in the works but sadly I didn’t see when it dropped. I am a little disappointed that the release didn’t have a huge presence on social media/internet (maybe it was just me being hella distracted at the time) because girrrllll…. I straight up missed it by 1 day which is not like me. I know what I want and will stalk everything and everyone until I have all the deets but I fell off this time. Retail cost for these bad boys are $350 FYI. I can’t quite explain to you how obsessed I was with these and thanks to the internet I was able to find my size on the Godfather of sneaker resale websites StockX. For those of you that don’t know, StockX is an online website where you can BUY and SELL both NEW and USED sneakers and they offer an authenticating service to ensure your shoes are not replicas. I appreciate this SO much since buying ANYTHING from a third-party company makes me so uneasy. I would be devastated if I was unknowingly walking around wearing replicas (the horror). This was my first time using a site like this and it was very user friendly and easy to navigate. I was redirected from Google straight to StockX so I didn’t have to do much besides choose my size, and decide if I was purchasing them “new” or “used” (judgement free zone with this but I went “new”).
I Started Punching The Air
The shoe Gods had mercy on me, and I was able to find 2 pairs in my size on the site. The shoes on Stock X were priced slightly higher (per the seller) but I didn’t care at this point, I needed these shoes. I took the plunge and purchased the less expensive of the 2 available in my size and crossed my fingers upon submitting payment. “Thanks for your order” received my receipt via Paypal and guess what game we’re playing? Oh, that’s right….the waiting game! Who’s bringing the vodka? *raises both hands* 1…2….3….4…5… 6 days go by without any communication from StockX whatsoever and I’m thinking (Insert MODISH thinking bubble) “No news is good news… right?!” Jokes on me because before the end of the 6th day I got the dreaded email from Stock X “YOU HAVE BEEN ISSUED A REFUND.” I know right?
GOAT= Greatest Of All Time?
I wasn’t ready to accept that my chance at these shoes was dunzo and your gurl aint no quitter so it was back to old faithful… GOOGLE… I found my size on another “resale webiste” called “GOAT“. The process was the exact same, New/Used, choose your size, and now we/re back to the “waiting game”. In order for the website to authenticate the item, clearly the seller has to ship them to “GOAT” where the inspection takes place and once deemed authentic, they are shipped directly to me from there. I received the confirmation email immediately with all the confirmation information and a “what to expect” next type of vibe. Seeing the words “enjoy your new sneakers” in this email had me checking every minute to see if they were shipped. I was envisioning myself strutting in these already and planning my first fit. Two days later I got the alert I was waiting for, all I needed to see was “GOAT” in the alert banner and I was next level hype. “ORDER #XXXXXXXXX HAS BEEN CANCELLED” what in the actual eff is happening here? You get me all hype and tell me to “enjoy my sneakers” and then hit me with a cancel? Like whaaaaatttt?! Clearly this wasn’t GOAT’s fault, but I never thought I’d have to worry about a cancelled order AGAIN. In doing further research, I found that the seller is given 72 hours to ship a pair of shoes after confirmation and failure to follow protocol, results in a cancelled order. How is someone going to charge almost double retail price for a pair of shoes, take the time to put them on a third party website, and just decide not to ship them? This person literally lost out on a $150+ profit. “That’s a fu**ing nuff” Danielle Staub voice (if you know, you know..) now where’s my inhaler?
Am I Cursed?
You would think I learned my lesson right? and just accept the fact that maybe it’s just not meant to be. At this point It’s been almost two weeks and I wanted them for a San Francisco trip that was coming up. Mama didn’t raise no quitter! I started Googling if there would be another drop of these shoes or maybe talks of re-releasing them and I cut all the BS and gave myself a pep talk.. “you’re MODISH FREAKING CHAMPAGNE… the shoe queen… the one and only… the .. ok, buy the dang shoes..” I remembered there was 1 more available on Stock X in my size (at an even higher price point of course) and just out of curiosity (promise) I hopped on to see if they were still there. It’s a wonder what liquid courage can do for you.. a few Goose soda’s are responsible for purchasing them after seeing they were still available. I did however make a promise to myself and decided that if this time around this didn’t work out, that was it… I went too far, invested too much time and stress into this.. I’ll hold my “L” on my back with pride. Within 2 days I got the email…… We’re sorry…… JK “ORDER SHIPPED” You would think I won the mega million or something, I was pop…lockin… and droppin all over the place for a good 2 minutes. Was this finally going to be it? Were these bad boys going to take their place in the MODISH CHAMPAGNE Shrine? They sure were… opening up that package was like Christmas morning… the only thing missing was some Baileys and santa cookies.. (okkuurr) .
The box was properly protected inside with bubble inserts and was just the right size to keep everything compact. The Nike box itself was in perfect condition and still had the retail stickers attached (they were from SSENSE.. a website I frequent). Opening the box, I was a little shook to see that the “Comme des Garcons” chains that are supposed to be attached to the sneakers were just thrown on top by the seller (I no lie gasped.. the nerve). Digging deeper, I got to the shoes and they weren’t properly packed AT ALL. The tissue was sloppily thrown in and in no way protecting the shoes, the website paperwork along with the hanging Stock X tag confirming authenticity was attached and in hand. I applied the chains to the shoes (it fits as a necklace so don’t come for me when you see my stunting with them around my neck… AYYYY) and this took them to the next level.
My Cinderella Game Strong
Sliding my tootsies in was the moment I was waiting for! These kicks were fitted and comfy, not only did they look so dope on, they truly speak for themselves. They gave me a little height boost (not like I need it *wink*) and kept my feet completely level, I guess I was expecting to feel a difference in my balance due to the shox; but it was perfectly comfortable. The overall mesh exterior of the shoe gave it an almost “shiny” effect and really gave the shoe dimension as opposed to a flat surface where everything is just smooth with no depth. The shox against the floor gave it that unique flair where at a distance you could see exactly how the chain was weaved through. I have never seen a “street shoe” as unique as this one. If you look closely at the tongue you will see the “Comme des Garcons” at the top & “Nike Shox” stamped on the bottom. Depending on your mood or fit, you can choose to remove the chains and this shoe will still take your fit to a new level. I don’t ever see myself ever wearing them without the chains, but you just never know.. *shrug* Side Note: Real talk, I’ve heard stories of people wanting to purchase these chains as necklaces. Like I said, you’ll catch your girl stuntin’ with her “new necklace” *snaps* If a few unfinished edges on the shoe and a chain was “Comme des Garcons” take on this collab then sis…. they did it right! These are hands down my favorite shoe and I’ve received countless compliments. Not only are they perfect for any streetwear look but they can also be worn dressed up.
I live for a casual “Streetear” fit that can be vamped up. Pairing camo pants and a graphic tee is one thing… BUT adding those MODISH touches makes all the difference. Tying up the tee and adding a layered necklace takes you straight from day to night. I obsess over those “running errands” outifts and please believe, I will bust out these chained beauties to do so okkkkk! A casual co-ord set and something around the waist looks so effortless and dope…topped off with a dad hat and it’s that.. “I woke up like this” move. Now, it takes a confident a$$ queen to hit the night scene in sneakers and it’s not always for everyone BUT if you are about that life.. It’s amazing what a casual yet detailed shirt dress can do for your wardrobe.Choose something a little more eye catching with either graphics or detail and a dressier statement purse and GURL… Heels who? OH…. and trust me when I say, I’ve been allowed in to every upscale nightclub I’ve attempted with ZERO issues. No ones turning away the Comme des Garcons.
Missguided
Joggers
PrettyLittleThing
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Necklace
Boohoo
Set
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Wrap around the waist
Finish Line 
Akira 
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What’s your take on resale websites? Do you believe in the 3rd times a charm saying now? Should I just put my phone away when I’m drinking? Do you like these kicks or are they over the top? Get used to seeing these gems because I haven’t stopped wearing them since I got them. “Comme des Garcons” and Nike straight MURDERED this collab *wink*
