Guess they really put the 'adios' in ‘Adidos’. Sad to hear about your stripes peeling off though. I collect off-brands for the lolz, and in my experience, if you're gonna wear them, gotta treat 'em super gentle. Yeah, even more than those shoes that say 'Handle with care' on the …

Love this topic! Spotting off-brands has turned into a weird hobby of mine. Found a 'PEPSY' soda can last week. Pure gold! But yeah, it’s a symptom of economic disparity, and also, in a weird way, it undermines the power of big corporations. Kind of rebellious, isn't it?