Whether you wear them for practical reasons or obsessively fill entire rooms with boxes, the trainer is — for some — a lifelong obsession.Here are some of our favourite trainer shops across the city from the smart look of Mayfair to the grungy skate feel of Hackney. A strange name for a shoe shop, but The Other Side Of The Pillow has a great range of sportswear and trainers. However, it's the never-ending collection of original Vans shoes — piled high — that keeps the shoppers coming back. With a range of shoes that can reach upwards of £150, the shop boasts limited edition ranges, needlepoint designs from 1969 and super rare Disney designs. If you love your Vans flats, you'll fall in love with this Hackney gem. Camden's independent shops may be dropping like flies, but you can still avoid the ease and trappings of Offspring and Size by visiting Scorpion Shoes near Camden Lock. You can still browse a healthy selection of cool sneakers and dazzling trainers from all your favourite brands.
It also stocks the trainers that the chain stores can’t afford to take a risk on — so head here if you're aiming to stand out from the crowd. Nike have established themselves as the trainer for connoisseurs the world-over. After conquering the Skateboarding world, alongside every other cultural niche possible — the 1948 shop in Shoreditch is seen as a nexus for the brand's rare, alternative and niche crepes. Be warned — you may spend a fortune at this sneaker-freak's dream so get that credit card ready. Some people LOVE to play sports, and ProFeet offers tailored and tasteful solutions for runners and those with orthopedic needs. You have to book by appointment to speak to a specialist but this well-known stockist will help to custom select the perfect shoe whether you're running late at night, looking for the snuggest tennis shoe or doing any other sporty activity you may wish to take on. There are trainer shops and then there are destination trainer shops. Foot Patrol — which moved premises to Berwick Street a few years back — has been in business since 2002 and as the name suggests, this Soho based emporium is a London authority on the freshest sneakers around.
It’s the city's original. Sports Dimension has been operating out of the Shepherds Bush Market area since you picked up your first pair of Pumas. It's known for being bang on top of their US imports, apparently securing them faster than other major retailers. Also operating out of sister shop Lock'd in Harlesden, the outlet is considered one of the best for street-wear cool and affiliated designs. Take a trip to Shepherd's Bush and walk knowingly straight past Westfield to this certified gem of a store. The Swedes are renowned for their sense of style and design and this trainer outlet opened it's first UK outlet in Shoreditch last year. The price tags are often high, but that's what you get if you're looking for the rarest, most exclusive trainers in the world, ranging from Air Jordan 1's to leopard print Adidas crepes and lots more exclusive releases. This one is nestled away in among the hustle and bustle of Bethnal Green's busy market. A modest shop run by local residents, the trainer selection here is enviable, featuring a range of brand new designs and makes from a host of mainstream manufacturers.
If you missed the last pair of a brand new range, then Mr Sneaker is guaranteed to still have some, just for you.Store Locator & Opening Hours Postcode or town name (for stores in Northern Ireland enter a postcode) Find a store in the Republic of Ireland Welcome to the store at Argos combine the best of shopping online and shopping on the high street, offering a fast, easy and seamless way to get what you want. Browse online and check stock in your local store before reserving your item! Alternatively, why not shop our range of Home & Garden, * Please note that these opening times are updated regularly but may change due to unforeseen circumstances.At least 17 people have been injured today after a bus smashed through a traffic light pole and careened into a shop in the capital.The bus was travelling through Harlesden, in north west London, when it crashed seriously injuring at least two people.Witnesses described seeing bus windows broken so passengers could jump to safety, while 45 people were evacuated from nearby buildings.
The bus crashed through a traffic light pole before smashing into the shop (pictured), an eyewitness claimed Police and ambulance services were called to the incident at about 2pm today where they treated 17 peopleEyewitness David Minogue told the BBC: 'It was so quick, I just saw this big red bus flying across the road, knocking down the traffic light pole and crashing into the shop.' Another witness, identified only as Harry, told the Evening Standard: 'It looks like it's just come off the road and gone into the shop.'The air ambulance is there and there are so many cars I can't even count them.'The whole shop front looks like it's been completely caved in, if someone was in front of that shop it can't be good.'Harlesden High Street is now closed between Acton Lane and A404 Manor Park Road. Kevin Brown, Deputy Director of Operations at London Ambulance Service said: 'We were called at 2:03pm to reports of a collision between a bus and a building on Harlesden High Street.
'We sent multiple resources to the scene including a single responder in a car and a number of ambulance crews. 'We also sent our incident response and hazardous area response teams, alongside London's Air Ambulance. We treated 17 patients at the scene. 'We took three patients as a priority to hospital. 'A further nine adults and four children with minor injuries were also taken to hospital and one was treated and discharged at the scene.' Emergency services cordoned off the scene after being called to the incident in Harlesden just after 2pmLondon Fire Brigade Station manager Sam Kazmanli said: 'The building has been severely damaged so a cordon has been put in place and people have been evacuated from the area.'Firefighters worked quickly to ensure there were no additional casualties. I'd ask people to avoid the area if possible as there is heavy traffic disruption.'A Brent Council spokesperson said: 'As this incident will be investigated by the emergency services, it would be inappropriate to speculate or comment further on what the cause was and what impact a roadside railing at the location may have had, given the apparent speed of the vehicle when it came off the road.'Tony Akers