Outsole / Tread


Accepted

Light wear, minor discoloration, still firm

Declined

Deep cuts, excessive wear, holes, tread worn down to midsole

Midsole / Foam / Cushion


Accepted

Slight compression, faint discoloration

Declined

Cracks, splits, missing chunks, heavy yellowing

Upper Material (Leather, Knit, Mesh, Suede, etc.)


Accepted

Minor scuffs, minimal discoloration, small creases

Declined

Large stains, tears, holes, fabric frays, delamination

Stitching & Seams


Accepted

One or two loose threads, minimal stress marks

Declined

Broken or missing stitches, seam separation

Laces / Eyelets


Accepted

Slight discoloration, normal wear

Declined

Missing, broken, damaged eyelets, frayed laces

Heel / Collar / Tongue


Accepted

Mild creasing, minor wear

Declined

Deep creases, torn padding, collapsed structure

Insole / Footbed


Accepted

Light imprint from wear

Declined

Strong odor, heavy staining or damage, peeling liner

Interior Lining


Accepted

Minor wear or faint marks

Declined

Large stains, rips, fabric separation

Missing Components


Accepted

Small accessories (e.g. optional lace tips) may be missing

Declined

Missing essential parts (shoe tree, original insoles, special laces if marketed)

Odor


Mild, neutral scent (not offensive)

Strong odor (mold, cigarette, animal), cannot be removed easily