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Few luxury brands have cracked the sneaker code like Balenciaga. And they didn’t do it the traditional way, either. Instead of following trends in sneaker design, Balenciaga decided that it would instead create the trends. The alien silhouettes of Balenciaga sneakers, defined by Demna’s conceptual outlook, changed the direction of luxury footwear in the 21st century.

That might sound dramatic, but it’s not. Take a look back at some of the label’s designs, each of which is more popular than the last. Remember when you first saw the Triple S and wondered how it could ever take off? Then do you remember the chokehold that the Triple S had on luxury back in 2017? The same can be said of the Track, Defender, Runner, and more.

And while Balenciaga continues to hit us with viral heaters, some of the label’s undisputed champs are available on the secondary market for less than their retail price. That’s right, Balenciaga sneakers for less than retail.

We’ve teamed up with StockX to round up 5 Balenciaga sneakers you can buy for less than retail right now, ranging from the Triple S to the Defender, Runner, Track, and Speed Trainer.

Shop the best Balenciaga sneakers for less than retail below.

Speed Knit High

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BalenciagaSpeed Knit High
$582
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Balenciaga sparked a trend in sock sneakers after dropping the Speed Knit High back in 2016, but while other styles were phased out, the Balenciaga Speed Trainer remains the OG and most popular, still to this day. This 2019 rerelease of the style retailed for a price of $795, but you can secure it for $582 at StockX.

Runner

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BalenciagaRunner
$800
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Arguably Balenciaga's most wearable sneaker, the Balenciaga Runner is basically a '90s running trainer that's been deconstructed and put back together. The patchwork of panels makes what would be a normcore staple into a bold, avant-garde statement. Originally retailing for $1090, the Balenciaga Runner is a gem at $800 right now.

Defender

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BalenciagaDefender
$876
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If you were to just see the upper of the Balenciaga Defender, you'd think it was a regular, run-of-the-mill sneaker for everyday use. Incorporate the chunkiest, most brutal, tire-treaded sole unit, and all that regularity just fades away. $1090 was the original retail price on this pair, but StockX has them listed for $876.

Triple S (2018 Reissue)

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BalenciagaTriple S (2018 Reissue)
$664
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The Triple S features three sole units fused together to make it one of the most memorable platform sneakers ever. The design had a great run, arguably becoming one of the most popular sneakers on the market for a time. This 2018 reissue remains one of the best colorways of the style and, available for around $300 below retail, it's a steal.

Track

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BalenciagaTrack
$620
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Of all the Balenciaga sneakers to buy below retail, the Track is probably our favorite. The running silhouette features a multi-layered, crisscrossing upper, which hasn't lost any of its impact since it first dropped back in 2018. Its $620 price tag at StockX is a far cry from its $835 retail price.

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