Alexander McQueen Oversized Sneaker: history, sizing and price of the chunky-sole classic
The Alexander McQueen Oversized is the white sneaker with the thick sole you can spot from across the street. Here's where it comes from, which size to get, what it costs in store and how to compare Yupoo sellers' listings.
Where the McQueen Oversized comes from
Alexander McQueen was founded in London by Lee Alexander McQueen. After his death in 2010, Sarah Burton, who had worked alongside him for years, took over as creative director. The Oversized Sneaker showed up under her watch, in the spring/summer 2015 collection.
At first it was men's only. People liked it, so the brand later added a women's version. The idea has barely changed since: a low-top leather sneaker, a very thick rubber sole and a small heel tab whose color changes from one version to the next. It's made in Italy.
Why did it work? Because it's simple. No big logo, just a shape you recognize instantly thanks to that sole. It goes with almost anything, and the brand drops new colorways every season, which has kept it relevant for more than ten years.
The versions that matter
The shape stays the same, it's mostly the colors and finishes that change. These are the ones you'll see most:
| Version | What changes |
| White, black heel | The classic: white calf leather, white sole, black heel tab |
| White, colored heel | Same base, only the heel tab changes: red, gold, blue, silver… |
| All black | Black leather and sole, more low-key and hides dirt better |
| Crystal heel (women's) | Heel tab covered in crystals, sold at a higher price |
| Oversized Runner | A sportier spin-off, first shown at the fall/winter 2018 men's show |
Which size to get
On its website, McQueen says it fits true to size: in principle, you take your usual European size. Sizes are Italian, which are very close to EU sizes.
That said, a lot of people find it a little roomy. And Yupoo sellers often give their size charts in centimeters or Chinese sizes, so always check before you pick.
- Measure your foot in centimeters, from the heel to the tip of your longest toe, ideally in the evening.
- Compare that number with the length in the album's size chart, not just with the size number.
- Between two sizes with a narrow foot: the smaller one is often right.
- Wide foot: stick with your usual size.
- To convert Chinese sizes, keep /guides/tailles-chinoises handy.
How much a McQueen Oversized costs
In McQueen's official store, expect around €500 in 2026 for the classic white leather version. Fancier versions cost a lot more, for example around €790 for a women's pair with a crystal-covered heel.
On Yupoo, prices vary a lot from one seller to the next, even for pairs that look alike. Yupa shows each seller's listed price converted to euros, without changing it. To compare properly, don't just look at the number: zoom in on the photos, check the size chart is complete, and add shipping and customs (all explained in /guides/douane-colis-chine).
| Version | Official store price (approx., 2026) |
| Classic, white leather | around €500 |
| Women's, crystal heel | around €790 |
Finding it on Yupoo with Yupa
Opening Yupoo albums one by one takes hours. With Yupa, you search the public catalogs of many stores at once, then go see the listing on the seller's page. Yupa doesn't sell anything: every result links back to the seller's album.
- Type “mcqueen oversized” in the search bar, or just “mcqueen” for a wider look.
- Filter by type (shoes) and by size to keep only what fits you.
- Compare stores: price in euros, number of photos, size chart.
- Open the seller's album to see every photo and their contact details.
- For more search tips, read /blog/chercher-sur-yupoo.
Keeping the sole white
The Oversized's weak spot is that big white sole: it shows everything. Wipe it with a damp cloth and a little mild soap as soon as it gets dirty, before the grime sets in. A melamine sponge helps with stubborn marks on the rubber.
For the leather, a soft brush and a bit of smooth-leather cream now and then is enough. Skip the washing machine: water and heat damage the leather and can loosen the sole. Store them with shoe trees or paper so they keep their shape.
Does the McQueen Oversized run big or small?
The brand says true to size, so your usual EU size. A lot of people find it a little roomy: between two sizes with a narrow foot, the smaller one is often right.
How much is a McQueen Oversized in 2026?
Around €500 in the official store for the classic white leather version. Embellished versions cost more, around €790 for a women's pair with a crystal heel.
What's the difference between the Oversized and the Oversized Runner?
The Oversized is the low-top leather sneaker with the chunky sole, out since 2015. The Runner is a sportier spin-off, first shown at the fall/winter 2018 men's show.
How do I clean the sole of a McQueen Oversized?
A damp cloth with a little mild soap as soon as it gets dirty, and a melamine sponge for stubborn marks. Never the washing machine.
Where can I find the McQueen Oversized on Yupoo?
Search “mcqueen oversized” on Yupa: you'll see listings from several Yupoo stores with their price converted to euros, and every result links to the seller's album.
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