The Coolest Trainer Shops in London

Trainers have successfully made the move from sportswear essential to fashion statement, with shoe fanatics scouring stockists for rare and classic designs. London is home to several trainer hotspots such as Soho and Carnaby Street, as well as some outlying gems, including stores in Islington and Stratford. Here are the best places to buy sneakers in London.
Stockholm’s Sneakersnstuff: for rare collaborations
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Local skate brand Palace: London’s streetwear king
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Footpatrol: brimming with limited-edition designs
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Slam City: the place to pick up a top-notch skate shoe
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Axel Arigato: a slice of Swedish cool in Soho
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Loved for its clean-cut leather and suede designs, Swedish streetwear brand Axel Arigato puts a smart spin on sneaker style. The Soho store on Broadwick Street is one of the more pared-back trainer shops in London, having opened in 2018 with stone walls, floor-to-ceiling mirrors and few other interior touches, leaving the full focus on the product.
END. in Soho: a wall of sneakers to browse
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Newcastle-based luxury menswear retailer END. opened its first London store in Broadwick Street, Soho, in 2018. The two-storey space feels bright, modern and well curated, and features a full wall of sneakers as well as oversize digital screens so customers can experience the full range of brands and collections on offer. Expect contemporary labels with a streetwear influence. Acne Studios, Common Projects and Champion set the tone.
Offspring: the range will leave you spoilt for choice
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The flagship Vans London store: catch live music while you shop
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The Other Side of the Pillow: the go-to for exclusive footwear
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Supreme: hard-to-find sneakers at the New York label’s London store
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Sefton: fashion-focussed variations from mainstream brands
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