QC checklist for shoes

Verify the colorway, size label, and model name on the box or tongue tag match your order. Confirm left and right are the same batch — mixed batches happen rarely but are worth a glance.

Compare toe box height, heel curve, and ankle collar on both shoes. Look head-on and from the back. Noticeable asymmetry can mean a bad pair or a rushed batch.

Check midsole stitching, paint lines, and glue residue. Flip to the sole for tread pattern and any factory defects. Press photos should show embossing depth if the style uses it.

Scan panel alignment, swoosh or stripe placement, and perforation spacing. Loose threads and minor glue are common at lower price points — decide what you can live with before approving.

Read size tags, insole print, and extra laces if included. Missing accessories are easier to fix at the warehouse than after customs.