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Sneaker Shopping City Guide: the top 7 sneaker shops in Glasgow

March 30, 2023 10:00 AM
Sneaker Shopping City Guide: the top 7 sneaker shops in Glasgow
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Are you planning a city trip to Glasgow? Then we have the perfect guide for you so that no sneaker shop is missed. Located in the southern part of Scotland, Glasgow is known, among other things, for its architecture. But while admiring the buildings, you can always stop to shop for new sneakers, right?

1. KershKicks

KershKicks is a sneaker and streetwear store founded by brothers Sam and Ben Kersh. After opening its first store in 2019, KershKicks has grown into a chain of three shops spread across England and Scotland. At Kresh, you can cop unique pairs as well as hand in sneakers to trade in.

Address: 168 Ingram St, Glasgow G1 1DN, United Kingdom
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday: 11:00 am to 6:30 pm. Sunday 11:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Instagram: @kershkicks

KershKicks

2. Empire Glasgow

Empire Glasgow is a sneaker shop by and for Glaswegians. Founder Taylor sold sneakers through eBay in 2016. The demand for more models got bigger and bigger and so Empire was born. The shop specialises in providing exclusive pairs.

If your favourite exclusive sneaker is nowhere to be found, you can use Empire's sourcing service. All you have to do is send a DM via Instagram to the address below.

Address: Unit 24, Princes Square, Shopping Centre, 48 Buchanan St, Glasgow G1 3JN, United Kingdom
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday 10am to 6pm. Sunday 11am to 5pm.
Instagram: @empire.glasgow

Empire Glasgow

3. 1Lux

1Lux also started as a social media company and has grown into an exclusive sneaker shop. Besides the fact that 1Lux can now be visited physically, they are still very active on Instagram, check their account below. Besides sneakers, they also sell special apparel items. 1Lux is located in the St Enoch Shopping Centre.

Address: St Enoch Shopping Centre, 55 St Enoch Sq, Glasgow G1 4BW, United Kingdom
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday 10am to 6pm. Sunday 11am to 5pm.
Instagram: @1lux.p

1Lux

4. Exceed Glasgow

Exceed is a store offering limited edition sneakers and clothing items. Exceed attracts many visitors because of the interior of their shop. Many celebrities and especially footballers also visit the store, so maybe if you are in Glasgow you will run into former Feyenoord player Giovanni van Bronckhorst.

Address: 153 Ingram St, Glasgow G1 1DW, United Kingdom
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday 11:00 am to 6:30 pm.
Instagram: @excdfootwear

Exceed

5. size?

Of course, Glasgow also has some global sneaker store classics like the beloved size? This sneaker and clothing shop has items from every major sportswear brand you can think of.

Address: 28 Royal Exchange Square, Glasgow G1 3AB, United Kingdom
Opening hours: Monday to Friday 10:00 am to 7:00 pm. Saturday 09:00 to 19:00. Sunday 10:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Instagram: @size_g1_glasgow

size?

6. Nike Store

The Nike Store can also be found in Glasgow. You can find the latest Nike Women's, Mens's and Kid's sneaker, apparel and accessories at this Nike store.

Address: 20-26 Buchanan St. Glasgow, G1 3LB, GB United Kingdom
Opening hours: Monday to Wednesday: 09:00 to 19:00. Thursday: 09:00 to 20:00. Friday to Saturday: 09:00 to 19:00. Sunday: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Instagram: @nike

Nike

7. JD Sports

Finally, you can also find the JD in Glasgow. JD is a global retailer, but was born in the UK. You will see brands like Nike, PUMA, Fila and adidas reflected in the shop or website.

Address: 229-249 Buchanan St, Glasgow G1 2NG, United Kingdom
Opening hours: Monday to Wednesday 09:00 to 19:00. Thursday: 09:00 to 20:00. Saturday 09:00 to 19:00. Sunday 10:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Instagram: @jdsports

JD

These were some of the most popular sneaker stores in Glasgow, Scotland. Will you be checking out these shops soon? Click the button below to view multiple city guides.