Pop singer Justin Bieber was questioned by police Wednesday over a pair of designer shoes he was wearing. Bieber says he got stopped by police who were skeptical of the “Off-White” sneakers created by designer Virgil Abloh. The re-purposed Nike Air Max tennis shoes feature Abloh’s famous plastic tag which police mistook as a security tag, according to Page Six. Bieber took to Instagram to share what happened with his followers. The cop thought he had potentially stolen the designer shoes Bieber said. “Virgil, my god, bro. You freaking .. .you’re killing me, man. I had to tell him, ‘Bro, it’s just fashion,” Bieber recalled on his Instagram stories. “He’s like, ‘It sure looks like a security tag. '” Bieber did let the officer inspect the shoes showing him that the tag had no writing on it. (RELATED: Justin Bieber Responds To Criticism About His Marriage To Hailey Baldwin) The shoes originally launched at $160 are now worth upwards of $500 at secondhand retailers. Bieber and his wife Hailey Baldwin are often seen wearing items created by the designer. I think it’s absolutely ridiculous that an officer would question Bieber about an item he is wearing being potentially stolen. The guy is worth roughly $265 million, according to Insider.<doc-sep>Click to email this to a friend (Opens in new window) Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Apparently, the Los Angeles police are not fans of Virgil Abloh’s high-fashion designs. Justin Bieber, 25, says he got stopped by law enforcement on Wednesday while wearing a pair of the Off-White designer’s sneakers. The reimagined tan Nike Air Max shoes feature Abloh’s signature plastic tag on the laces, which Bieber says cops mistook for a store security tag. Apparently not a sneakerhead, the cop thought that Bieber might have stolen the rare shoes, the “Sorry” singer said on his Instagram Stories. “Virgil, my god, bro. You freaking — you’re killing me, man!” he exclaimed while showing off the shoes, which he paired with corduroy pants from his own House of Drew clothing line. “I had to tell him, ‘Bro, it’s just fashion,” Bieber explained. “I don’t know. He’s like, ‘It sure looks like a security tag.’” Bieber, however, said he let the officer examine the plastic tag, which does not have any writing on it. The limited-edition sneakers, which originally launched in January at $160, are now coveted by Abloh fans around the world and are available at secondhand retailers for upwards of $500. The singer and his wife Hailey Baldwin are both big fans of Off-White and Abloh, often wearing his designs. The model has even graced his runway, most recently in Paris earlier this month. Perhaps Bieber should stick to his favorite mink hotel slippers from Abloh’s other brand, Louis Vuitton.<doc-sep>The "Sorry" singer laughed about the police encounter on his Instagram Stories on Wednesday Justin Bieber Questioned by Police Who Mistake Design Feature on His Sneakers for a Security Tag Justin Bieber‘s latest fashion decision could have landed him in hot water with law enforcement. On Wednesday, the “Sorry” singer, 25, revealed on his Instagram Stories that he was questioned by a police officer over his Off-White X Nike Air Max 90 sneakers. Get push notifications with news, features and more. The shoes, which are from a sold-out collaboration between the iconic sports label and designer Virgil Abloh, feature a white zip tie looped through the laces. Clearly not a sneakerhead who recognized the coveted shoes, the officer who stopped the star thought the design feature was a security tag — and apparently was concerned the Lamborgini-driving Bieber may have stolen the shoes. “Virgil, my God, bro. You freaking — you’re killing me, man!” he said on his story as he showed off the designer shoe that matched his khaki pants and tagged Abloh. “I just had a cop come up to me and ask me why I still had the security tag on my shoe. What the…” “I had to tell him, ‘Bro, it’s just fashion,” Bieber explained. “I don’t know. He’s like, ‘It sure looks like a security tag. '” Added Bieber: “I’m like, ‘Nah, bro, you can check it out.’ It looks like it though… but you’re getting me in trouble!” sneaker1 Justin Bieber’s sneakers | Credit: Justin Bieber/Instagram The sneakers, which released in January, are part of Abloh’s collaboration with Nike. While they originally retailed for around $160, the limited edition sneakers are so desired by fashion fans that they are being resold for around $600. Bieber has also dabbled in the fashion industry, most recently launching his new clothing line, Drew, which is a nod to the singer’s middle name. His collection dropped online in January with a selection of YT-shirts, sweatshirts and shorts, along with several beige corduroy pieces, emblazoned with the Drew log and a smiley face. The collection ranges from $48-$148 and includes all unisex pieces, with the website encouraging shoppers to “wear it how you want.” According to the website’s “About Us” page, Drew House is described as a “place where you can be yourself. Blah blah blah blahsdbksjdfhl. Wear like you don’t care. Come chill. K. Bye.” HAILEY BALDWIN AND JUSTIN BIEBER is very happy while leave Joan on third in los angeles, ca Justin Bieber | Credit: Splash News Bieber’s wife, Hailey Baldwin, is often seen representing her husband’s brand. In November she was spotted in West Hollywood rocking a black oversize Drew hoodie with white leggings. The fashion venture by Bieber came ahead of the singer’s announcement that his music career would be taking a back seat as he continues to repair some of his “deep-rooted issues” in treatment. The Canadian crooner — who began seeking treatment for depression in February — explained in the lengthy social media message that part of his desire to prioritize his mental health came from a desire to “sustain” his marriage to Baldwin, 22, and live up to the expectations he had created for himself as a future father. SPL5045919_018 Hailey Baldwin | Credit: Shotbyjuliann / Splash A source close to the star told PEOPLE that Bieber chose to update his fans on why they won’t be hearing new music any time soon as a way to relieve pressure. “He doesn’t want to leave them hanging. He knows they want an album, but it’s just not gonna happen right now,” the source said. “He wants to be honest about why. He only wants to focus on his health and that’s it. He doesn’t want to feel any pressure and doesn’t want to disappoint.” Hailey-Baldwin-Justin-Bieber-2 Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin | Credit: Hailey Bieber/Instagram According to the source, Bieber debated over whether he should share his most personal feelings — but has no regrets.<doc-sep>After announcing his hiatus from music just a few days prior, Justin Bieber was recently questioned by police for his choice of footwear. The Canadian superstar was sporting a pair of $600USD Off-White™ x Nike Air Max 90 “Desert Ore” when the police stopped him, thinking that Off-White™ cable tie looping through the laces was a security tag. After the incident, Bieber jokingly blamed the Off-White™ mastermind Virgil Abloh for the mishap. “Virgil, my God, bro, you’re freaking killing me man,” he shared on IG Stories. “Just had a cop come up to me and ask why I still have this security tag on my shoe. I had to tell him, ‘Bro, it’s just fashion, I don’t know.’” Biebs was driving his $500,000 USD Lamborghini when he was questioned. Check out Bieber’s story below. The Off-White™ x Nike Air Max 90 “Desert Ore” are part of Abloh’s latest collab with Nike. Bieber has also made the jump into fashion with his inaugural line Drew House.<doc-sep>
Justin Bieber isn’t going to say sorry for fashion. The 25-year-old singer said Wednesday a police officer stopped him on the street after the cop thought he may have stolen his Off-White X Nike Air Max 90 sneakers because the zip tie loop attached looked like a security tag. “Virgil, my god, bro. You freaking — you’re killing me, man!” Bieber said on his Instagram stories, referring to Off-White founder Virgil Abloh. “I just had a cop come up to me and ask me why I still had the security tag on my shoe. What the…” “I had to tell him, ‘Bro, it’s just fashion.’ I don’t know. He’s like, ‘It sure looks like a security tag,’” Bieber continued. “I’m like, ‘Nah, bro, you can check it out.’ It looks like it though… but you’re getting me in trouble!” JUSTIN BIEBER HAS FIERY RESPONSE TO TROLL CLAIMING HE MARRIED HAILEY BALDWIN TO GET BACK AT SELENA GOMEZ Abloh collaborated with Nike to sell the limited edition sneakers with the unique design feature. The sneakers sold for $160 a pair. Bieber announced earlier this week he’s taking a break from music to focus on “repairing some of the deep-rooted issues.” “Music is very important to me but Nothing comes before my family and my health. I will come with a kick ass album ASAP, my swag is undeniable and my drive is indescribable,” Bieber wrote in an Instagram post. CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP Bieber appears to be spending the majority of his time with wife Hailey Baldwin while also promoting his own clothing line, Drew, that launched in January.