Alright, let’s talk about these Alexander McQueen shoes, the black glitter ones. I’d been seeing that chunky sneaker style everywhere, you know? But I wanted something a bit extra, not just the plain white ones everyone has.
Finding Them and Getting Them
So, I started looking around online. Spent a good few evenings just scrolling through different sites. Then I landed on these black ones, but they had this glitter finish all over the main part. Looked pretty cool in the pictures, not too over the top but definitely different. I thought about it for a day or two, because let’s be real, they aren’t cheap. But eventually, I just went for it and placed the order.
Waiting for them felt like ages, as it always does. When the package finally showed up, the box itself felt pretty solid. Opening it up was kinda exciting. Pulled them out, and yeah, the glitter was really something. It catches the light really nicely, more than the photos showed. They felt heavy, substantial, you know? Quality seemed good right off the bat.
First Time Wearing Them Out
My first real test drive was just meeting up with some friends for dinner. Nothing too fancy. I wasn’t sure if they’d be comfortable straight away. They have that thick sole, which gives you a bit of a boost. Putting them on, they felt a bit stiff, especially around the heel. That’s pretty standard for new leather sneakers, I guess. Walked around the house a bit first.
Out and about, they were okay. Definitely needed some breaking in, rubbed a tiny bit on the heel by the end of the night, but not too bad. The main thing was the look. The glitter really popped under the streetlights and in the restaurant. Got a couple of comments on them, which was cool. I was also worried if the glitter would shed everywhere, leaving a trail behind me, but honestly, it seemed to stay put really well. Didn’t notice any fallout.
Styling and How I Wear Them
Figuring out what to wear them with was easier than I thought. Because they’re black, they go with a lot. My go-to is usually just dark jeans or black trousers and a simple top or sweater. The shoes do all the talking, really. They add that bit of flash to an otherwise pretty plain outfit.
- Dark wash jeans
- Black skinny jeans or trousers
- Sometimes even with smarter joggers
They wouldn’t be my choice for like, super formal stuff, obviously. But for casual outings, dinners, or when you just want to feel a bit more put-together without wearing heels, they work great. They have this cool contrast between the casual sneaker shape and the dressy glitter.
How They’re Holding Up
I’ve had them for a while now and worn them a decent amount. The structure is holding up perfectly fine. The leather is softening up a bit, making them more comfortable each time. The glitter? Still looks good. Haven’t noticed any major bald patches or anything, which is a relief. The biggest challenge, like with any McQueen sneakers, is keeping that thick white sole clean. That takes a bit of regular wiping down, especially around the bottom edge. But the black glitter part itself is pretty low maintenance.
Final Thoughts
So, yeah. Getting these black glitter McQueens was definitely an indulgence. But I’ve found myself wearing them quite a bit. They’re fun, they stand out without being completely ridiculous, and they’ve proven to be pretty durable so far. They needed that initial breaking-in period, but now they’re comfortable enough for walking around town. If you like the style but want something with a bit more personality than the standard ones, I’d say they’re a pretty solid choice based on my experience.
