Updated as of June 2,2020
Ever since Michael Jordan released his Air Jordans series, the world has developed a new brand of lifestyle - the sneaker culture. Yes, people have been wearing sneakers as a fashion style ever since Julius "Dr. J" Erving dawned the famous Chuck Taylors by Converse, but as soon as more athletes are putting their names on their shoes, a new group of people called sneakerheads started to emerge.
Sneakerheads are those whose passion is to collect shoes, but not just any ordinary shoes, limited ones - collectibles. Because of Filipino's love for the game of basketball, they know very well the value of a good pair of sneakers - be it for collection purposes or a fashion statement. And it's not just basketball shoes that are worth collecting, there's a huge variety to choose from depending on the person's taste for fashion and comfort.
So for all the sneakerheads out there who are looking for their next pair of shoes, look no further because SM Supermalls has it all for you. Below are a few shops to check out when looking for your next pair of kicks.
1. ADIDAS
Adidas has always been one of the top brands when it comes to producing shoes. It is mainly because of their design on how they blur the lines between performance and street style shoes. It's sturdy enough for extreme activities and yet stylish enough to use for any events. They're also constantly innovating their technology like the Ultraboosts and 4d's. They're also improving their designs like the Stan Smith, NMDs and Yeezys.
Adidas branches: SM Baguio, SM Cagayan De Oro, SM Cebu, SM Clark, SM Davao, SM Fairview, SM Iloilo, SM Lipa, SM North EDSA, SM San Lazaro, SM Mall of Asia, and SM Megamall
2. NIKE
When you think of sneakers, you think of Nike. Due to various athletes designing their shoes with Nike, it has become a household name when it comes to sneakers. The Air Jordans alone has its own cult-like following. They also have successful lifestyle shoes such as the Cortez and Gazelle.
So if you're looking for your next Nike pair of kicks, check it at an SM Supermalls near you.
Nike Park Branches: SM Fairview. SM MOA, SM City North, SM City Clark
Nike Branch: SM City Annex
3. COMMONWEALTH PH
If you're looking for those rare pairs of kicks, then Commonwealth is the place to be. They are famous for their long lines whenever a new hot pair of sneakers drop in their stores. They offer a wide range of brands to choose from. With their reputation of having quality products, they truly stand true to their motto - "for the greater good".
So if you are considering checking out what Commonwealth PH can offer then you can drop by SM Aura Premier to check out their collections.
Commonwealth Branch: SM Aura Premier
4. CAPITAL
If you are looking for variety, then Capital is a must-visit sneaker store. They are known for having a very large collection of sneakers from the classics to the newly released. They hold famous brands like Adidas and Nike, but they also hold not so popular brands such as Asics. This place is truly a haven for any sneakerheads.
So if you are planning to drop by Capital to check out what they have in store, you can visit their stores at an SM Supermalls near you.
Capital Branches: SM Aura Premier and SM City North Edsa
5. URBAN ATHLETICS
Since it opened in 2009, Urban Athletics have proven themselves as being one of the must-visit sneaker shops in the Philippines. It offers a wide variety of brands to choose from for sports-inspired lifestyle footwear. They also offer a variety of apparel and shoe cleaners to maintain the quality of your kicks.
Urban Athletics Branch: SM City Fairview
6. CONVERSE
Nothing says classic more than a pair of Chuck Taylors. This is where Converse stands out. They have been a pillar in the sneaker world since the 1970s and they are only getting stronger each decade with new designs and new styles, combining the old with the new.
Converse Branch: SM City Cebu
7. SHOE SALON
If you're looking for a good pair of street-style sneakers, then the Shoe Salon is the place to be. They have a variety of brands from New Balance, Puma, Adidas and more. You can count on them to have the design and style that would fit your personality.
Shoe Salon Branches: SM Mall of Asia, SM North Edsa The Block and The Podium
8. TRAFFIC FOOTWEAR
Traffic Footwear has-it-all. From sneaker brands like Vans and Kartel to leather shoes like Frank and Traffic. They also offer boots like Dr. Martens. If you need footwear for any occasion, this is the place to be.
Traffic Footwear Branches: The Podium, SM Aura and SM Mall of Asia
9. KXStart!
A sneaker store built by sneakerheads. That is what KXStart is. They offer top of the line shoes from retro Air Jordans to Yeezys to Balenciaga Race Runners. Their prices might be on the high end but every sneakerhead knows the value of an original pair of collectible kicks.
KXStart! Branch: SM Aura Premier
10. PAYLESS
If you're looking for a new pair of shoes within your budget, then Payless has what you need. It's the perfect shoe store for the family. From sneakers, leather shoes, boots, you name it, they got it at a very affordable price.
Payless Branches: SM City Bacolod, SM City Bacoor, SM City Baguio, SM City Baliwag, SM City Batangas, SM City BF Parañaque, SM City Cabanatuan, SM City Cauayan, SM City Cebu, SM City Clark, SM City Dasmariñas, SM City Davao, SM City Fairview, SM City General Santos, SM City Iloilo, SM City Lipa, SM City Lucena, SM City Manila, SM City Marikina, SM City Marilao, SM City North EDSA, SM City Pampanga, SM City Rosales, SM City San Lazaro, SM City San Mateo, SM City Sta. Rosa, Sm City Tarlac, SM Megamall and SM Southmall
1. ADIDAS
Adidas has always been one of the top brands when it comes to producing shoes. It is mainly because of their design on how they blur the lines between performance and street style shoes. It's sturdy enough for extreme activities and yet stylish enough to use for any events. They're also constantly innovating their technology like the Ultraboosts and 4d's. They're also improving their designs like the Stan Smith, NMDs and Yeezys.
Adidas branches: SM Baguio, SM Cagayan De Oro, SM Cebu, SM Clark, SM Davao, SM Fairview, SM Iloilo, SM Lipa, SM North EDSA, SM San Lazaro, SM Mall of Asia, and SM Megamall
