The Yeezy 380 is the most underrated Yeezy silhouette. It uses the same Boost midsole and Primeknit construction as the 350 V2, but with a more complex Primeknit weave that includes intentional texture variation across the upper — some zones are denser, some are more open, creating a layered appearance. That complexity makes it harder to rep than the 350 but the end result, when done well, is a subtler and less common-looking shoe.
Yeezy 380 Colourways
| Colourway | Character | Rep difficulty | Availability |
|---|
| Onyx | All dark grey/black | Medium-Low | Good |
| Alien | Light grey/cream with patterns | High | Limited |
| Calcite | Light grey tonal | Medium | Good |
| Mist | Light grey/off-white | Medium | Limited |
| Azure | Blue tonal | High | Rare |
Yeezy 380 Sizing
Yeezy 380 sizing follows the same pattern as 350 V2 — true to size for most buyers, with half-size buyers sizing up. The Primeknit sock construction is similarly flexible. The 380 feels slightly more enclosed than the 350 due to the denser Primeknit weave — wide-footed buyers may prefer to size up regardless.
380 QC Checklist
1
Primeknit texture zoning
The 380's key feature is intentional texture variation across the upper — denser zones and more open-weave zones create visual depth. Budget reps use a uniform knit that misses this variation entirely. This is visible in a close-up QC photo of the upper.
2
Boost sole accuracy
Same check as 350 V2 — the Boost should be the correct colour for your colourway and should show the pellet texture through the translucent window. The sole profile shape is slightly different from the 350 and should match the retail 380 profile.
3
Heel tab and loop
The 380's heel tab is distinctive — check the correct Adidas branding and position. The heel loop colour should match the retail reference for your colourway.
Best 380 to start with: Onyx. The dark tonal construction hides the Primeknit texture zoning complexity more effectively than light colourways like Alien or Calcite, giving you a more forgiving first purchase while you establish a seller you trust for the 380 specifically.
The 380's Primeknit upper is more complex than the 350 V2's because of its intentional texture zoning — different weave densities across different zones of the upper. This is the key QC check that separates quality 380 reps from budget versions. Request a close-up of the Primeknit upper in your QC notes specifically. A quality 380 upper shows visible texture variation — denser zones where the upper is structurally reinforced and more open weave zones where ventilation is prioritized. A budget rep uses uniform knit throughout and looks flat compared to the retail reference.
The 380's texture zoning distinguishes it from the 350 V2 visually despite both using Primeknit upper construction. The 380 upper has intentionally different weave densities across zones — tighter weave at the toe and heel for structural support, more open weave mid-foot for ventilation. This zoning is visible in detailed photos and is the primary QC checkpoint that separates quality from budget reps. A uniform knit across all zones indicates a budget version that didn't implement the zoning correctly. The colourways that make the most of the 380 design are the ones with tonal upper and sole — Onyx, Carbon, Mist — where the Primeknit texture itself becomes the visual centrepiece.
Rep 380 orders benefit from the same colourway-specific sourcing principle as 350 V2: sellers who stock a specific 380 colourway have sourced the correct Primeknit zoning for that colourway. Sellers who list "380 multiple colourways" are typically using a single knit pattern across all colourways. For the 380, where the knit pattern is the primary quality indicator, this sourcing distinction matters significantly.
The 380 uses a no-sew construction similar to the 450 — the upper is knit rather than assembled from cut pieces. This means there are no seam lines on the upper, which gives the 380 a more modern, technical appearance compared to traditional sneakers. The no-seam construction is also a quality indicator: genuine 380 uppers have a clean knit surface with no visible stitching or joining lines anywhere on the upper. Budget reps sometimes show faint joining lines at the toe or heel where the knit has been assembled from sections. Request a close-up of the toe area specifically if you want to verify this detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Yeezy 380 sizing compare to 350?+
Yeezy 380 sizing is the same as 350 V2 — true to size for most buyers, with half-size buyers going up one whole size. The 380 feels slightly more enclosed due to a denser Primeknit weave; wide-footed buyers may prefer to size up.
What is the Yeezy 380?+
The Yeezy 380 is a low-profile sneaker using the same Boost midsole and Primeknit upper system as the 350 V2, but with a more complex Primeknit weave that varies in texture density across different zones of the upper.
What is the best Yeezy 380 colourway for reps?+
Onyx is the most forgiving — the dark tonal construction makes Primeknit texture zoning less critical to get precisely right. Alien and Calcite are harder due to the light-coloured Primeknit requiring more precise texture replication.
Are Yeezy 380 reps good quality?+
Mid-tier and above 380 reps (200+ CNY) can replicate the overall silhouette well, but the Primeknit texture zoning is the hardest detail to get right. Request a close-up upper photo in QC notes to verify this before approving.
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