John Mayer Shows Us How to Tell If Your Costco Kirkland 11 Sneakers Are Fake

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Since Jack Wagner aka Versace Tamagotchi jokingly flipped his Costco Kirkland 11 sneakers to John Mayer for $700 USD, the hype for the ultimate dad shoe has been at an all-time high. With that in mind, the Kirkboys are back this week to show us what to look for to make sure yours are real. Before running on stage, Mayer points out the important details in the stitching and size tag to confirm if they’re legit. Check it out in the clip below.

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