Savvy savings with schuh Ex-Display.
Ever brought home a new pair of shoes, only to see them scuffed within the first week? Yep, same. But it's pretty much inevitable — shoes are meant to look well-loved if you actually wear them.
Walk into any high street shoe shop, and you'll likely spot a sale rack with discounted shoes, a little worn around the edges from sitting on display. Do they still do the job? Absolutely. So why not save yourself the heartbreak of marking up brand-new shoes and shop schuh Ex-Display instead — because nothing is ever 100% perfect anyway.
This way, it hurts a little less, because they're already slightly flawed. Plus, they're only a fraction of the retail price.
Staying on top of the latest footwear trends doesn't have to hurt your bank balance. schuh Imperfects makes it affordable and cuts down on the amount of footwear heading to landfill. Genius.
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What is schuh Ex-Display?
schuh Ex-Display is schuh's outlet section, also featuring shoes that were previously on display in their stores. You'll find heavily discounted shoes across a wide range of brands, sizes and styles — including children's shoes — though the condition of each pair varies.
At any given time there are 2,500+ ex-display items to browse, from trainers and sandals to boots and heels. All the shoes have flaws, but some damage is almost unnoticeable, while other pairs are more obviously imperfect. The price, and the scale of your discount, reflects the condition.
In reference to its Ex-Display section, schuh says: "shoes that have suffered from a little too much interest come here to find forever homes. We reckon it's all character building stuff — some products here will have scuffs, discolouration and other individual quirks."
schuh Ex-Display is the same concept as Office Offcuts, with shoe retailer Office also selling heavily discounted end-of-line, ex-display men's and women's shoes. Generally, the flaws amount to minor wear-and-tear — often only small scuffs and marks from people who've tried the display pair on in-store.
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How does schuh Ex-Display work?
schuh Ex-Display gives the brand's stores a chance to sell off (mostly unscathed) last-of-the-line shoes and make space for new stock.
This means there isn't a wide range of each pair to choose from — don't expect multiple sizes and colourways of the same shoe.
That said, you'll find a solid range of brands. From UGG to Dr Martens to Vans to Steve Madden, you'll find a pair for pretty much any occasion — even the ever-popular Birkenstock Bostons.
schuh Ex-Display operates on a first-come, first-served basis online. The shoes you see on offer are real images of the exact pair available — think of it like eBay, Depop or Vinted, except the shoes are considered new with minor damage rather than secondhand. Any defects are listed clearly in the description so you know exactly what you're getting.
There's also a solid Kids range within schuh Ex-Display, with brands like Adidas and Nike, as well as Kickers and Timberland.
Common schuh Ex-Display defects
Ex-Display shoes commonly have the following issues:
Discolouration on one shoe (often from sitting at an angle in a window display)
Damage to the uppers (the upper is the entire part of the shoe that covers the foot)
Pen marks on some part of the fabric
Scratches or scuffs
How much you can save on schuh Ex-Display shoes
Prices vary depending on the size and severity of the flaw, but you can typically save anywhere from around 30% to 70% off the full price — with some pairs discounted by as much as 80%. What's more, students can stack savings with our schuh student discount too.
We've seen plenty of smart buys across the range, from Timberland boots reduced by around 45% off the original asking price to espadrilles and sandals cut to a fraction of their retail cost over a small, irremovable mark. Bear in mind stock turns over constantly, so specific pairs and prices won't hang around for long.
It isn't just boots and sandals either — trainers, running shoes and sports shoes are well represented, with prices slashed on Nike, New Balance, PUMA and more. If trainers are more your thing, take a look at the trainers students are loving right now for some inspiration before you start filtering.
schuh Ex-Display brands
schuh has a whole basket of top-name brands to choose from, and the Imperfects section is no different. Granted, you won't have every make and model available, but there's a solid selection that's updated as seasons change and trends evolve.
Brands you can expect to find in schuh's ex-display:
adidas
UGG
Converse
Nike
Birkenstock
Dr Martens
Havaianas
HUNTER BOOTS
Puma
Kickers
JUJU JELLIES
New Balance
Steve Madden
Timberland
Our verdict
If you already shop on Vinted, Depop or eBay, you'll be right at home with schuh Ex-Display — it's the same buy-what-you-see model, just for (nearly) new shoes.
If you're after something specific, like a particular colourway of Birkenstocks or a certain Dr Martens style, the ex-display section can feel a bit hit-or-miss. Stock is limited, not all sizes are covered, and things sell fast.
But if you approach it with an open mind, the savings can be significant — especially on popular or pricier styles. There's really no harm in trying your luck.
Most shoes pick up some imperfection after the first few wears anyway, so opting for cheaper offcuts with minimal flaws is a smart way to save cash on something that was never going to stay perfect forever.
schuh Ex-Display also makes a lot of sense for parents. With kids going through school shoes and sports shoes at pace, finding a pair with barely noticeable marks at a fraction of the price is a genuine win.
Where else can I get cheap shoes?
Most shoe brands offer a sale section, and others, like Office, sell its ex-display models through Office Offcuts, very similar to schuh Ex-Display. Other outlets for cheap trainers, sandals and more include ASOS Outlet, Adidas Outlet, Sole Trader Outlet and Clarks Outlet.
For even cheaper finds, sites like Shoeaholics (mainly discounted Kurt Geiger) and secondhand platforms like Vinted, Depop, eBay and Facebook Marketplace are worth a browse. If you'd rather shop full-price but on-trend, have a look at this season's must-have trainers for ideas.
Student Beans' Shoes Student Discounts page is also worth bookmarking for the latest deals.
schuh Ex-Display returns policy
schuh's standard returns policy gives you 365 days to return an item — very generous. For schuh Ex-Display and ex-display, it's different.
Ex-display items can't be returned in-store, as they're one-off pairs, and exchanges aren't available. To return schuh offcuts, you have 28 days and can do so via:
Evri
Asda toyou
InPost
Yodel
Other student discount on shoes
At Student Beans, we also offer student discounts at a range of other shoe retailers — including:
Vans (15% student discount)
UGG (10% student discount)
Dr Martens (10% student discount)
New Balance (10% student discount)
Puma (15% student discount)
Timberland (10% student discount)
Office Offcuts
Office Offcuts is a similar idea to schuh Ex-Display, except it operates as a separate website to Office (offcutsshoes.co.uk), rather than a section within the main site. The range includes a mix of ex-display pairs and final stock of discontinued styles.
Brands you can expect to see on Office Offcuts include:
Birkenstock
Converse
New Balance
Nike
UGG
Veja
The range covers men, women and kids, so there's something for everyone. Like schuh Ex-Display, the shoes aren't perfect, but you could easily strike gold and find a pair with barely any noticeable flaws. Worth a look before you pay full price.
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