How to Spot Fake Pleasers (and Fake Pleaser Websites)
The red flags that give away fake Pleaser websites and knock-off heels, where to buy the real thing, and what to do if you’ve been caught out.
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The quick answer
Buy from Pleaser or a known stockist
Most fake Pleasers come from copycat websites with huge discounts and no company details. If a deal looks too good to be true, it probably is.
Signs of a real shop
- Full company details
- Genuine reviews
- Normal prices and sales
- Tracked delivery
Red flags
- 60–70% discounts
- No address or VAT number
- Copycat brand names
- No box or labels
Where to buy safely
From safest to riskiest.
Pleaser direct
Pleaser’s own website.
- Genuine stock
- Full range
- Official sizing
UK stockists
Established pole and shoe shops.
- UK delivery
- Easy returns
- Expert advice
Marketplaces
eBay, Vinted and Amazon sellers.
- Check feedback
- Ask for box photos
- Pay on the platform
Are there fake Pleasers?
Yes. The biggest risk is fake websites that copy Pleaser’s name and sell shoes at huge discounts, then send nothing or the wrong item. Buying from Pleaser itself or an established stockist is the simplest way to be sure you get the real thing.
How can I tell if a Pleaser website is fake?
Look for these red flags before you pay. Most come from Italian Pleaser stockist Pole Dance Trading, which has written about customers caught out by fake Pleaser sites:
| Red flag | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Huge discounts, like 60–70% off | Italian Pleaser stockist Pole Dance Trading says genuine Pleasers are never discounted that much in official stores |
| No company address, phone or VAT number | A real shop tells you who it is and how to contact it |
| A shop name or web address that copies “Pleaser” | Fake sites imitate the brand’s name and look |
| No reviews, or only very new ones | Check Google and Trustpilot reviews before you pay |
| Payment taken, but no tracking | A common complaint in reports about fake Pleaser sites |
| No proper box or labels | Genuine footwear comes with consistent branding on the box and labels |
Quick check: if a site is selling brand-new Pleasers for a fraction of the price everywhere else, and you can’t find out who runs it, don’t buy.
How can I check the shoes themselves?
Check the box, the labels and how well they’re made. Footwear retailer Boot World advises that counterfeit shoes often don’t carry genuine branding, and that the stitching and finish are often sloppy or uneven. Genuine Pleasers come in a box showing the model and size, and Pleaser stockists ask for the box code and barcode if you need to report a fault, so keep the box.
Is it safe to buy Pleasers on eBay, Vinted or Amazon?
It can be, but check the seller. Boot World warns that auction and resale sites make it harder to know if shoes are genuine. On Amazon, look for listings sold by Pleaser or a known stockist. On eBay and Vinted, check feedback, ask for photos of the box and soles, and pay through the site so you’re covered by its buyer protection.
Where can I buy genuine Pleasers?
From Pleaser’s own website or an established stockist. Pleaser sells direct at pleasershoes.com. In the UK, see our list of trusted shops in where to buy Pleasers in the UK. For second-hand pairs, specialist preloved pole shops and pole swap groups are safer than random marketplace listings.
What should I do if I’ve bought fake Pleasers?
- Contact the seller in writing and keep copies of everything.
- If you paid by card or PayPal, contact your card provider or PayPal straight away to ask about a refund or chargeback.
- Report fake marketplace listings to the site, such as eBay or Amazon.
- In the UK, you can report a scam website to Action Fraud and get advice from Citizens Advice.
Which Pleasers should I buy?
See our Pleaser guide, our Pleaser size guide and our guide to pole heel heights.
Fake Pleasers: FAQs
Are there fake Pleaser shoes?
Yes. The most common problem is fake websites that copy Pleaser’s name and offer huge discounts, then send nothing or the wrong item.
How do I know a Pleaser website is real?
Check it shows a company address, phone number and VAT number, has genuine reviews, and isn’t offering 60–70% off. If in doubt, buy from Pleaser or an established stockist.
Is it safe to buy Pleasers on eBay?
It can be. Check the seller’s feedback, ask for photos of the box and soles, and pay through eBay so you’re covered by its buyer protection.
Where can I buy real Pleasers in the UK?
From Pleaser’s own website or an established UK stockist such as Pole Dancing Shoes UK, Taboo Boutique or E&L Apparel.
What do I do if I bought fake Pleasers?
Contact the seller in writing, then your card provider or PayPal about a refund. You can report scam websites to Action Fraud.
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A Greater Manchester mum who’s trained pole and aerial for over a decade, mostly at home, and started Loops World to share the kit that works.