We all use the internet the same way; we google things we are looking for. Unfortunately for consumers everywhere, the major resell platforms dominate the search rankings for sneaker results. If youâ€
Local Boutiques Online
Many times, your local boutique will carry products in stock longer than Nike and sometimes even at better prices. While Drop Alerts (link) makes it easier to reverse search these stores, here is a list of some of the best sneaker retailers out there to check for products at retail or less.
USA
| UNDFTD | https://undefeated.com/ |
| Notre | https://www.notre-shop.com/ |
| A Ma Maniere | https://www.a-ma-maniere.com |
| WISH | https://wishatl.com |
| Bodega | https://bdgastore.com |
| Concepts | https://cncpts.com |
| Social Status | https://www.socialstatuspgh.com |
| RSVP | https://rsvpgallery.com |
| Saint Alfreds | https://www.saintalfred.com |
| NOTRE | https://www.notre-shop.com |
| XHIBITION | https://www.xhibition.co |
| POLITICS | https://sneakerpolitics.com |
| FEATURE | https://feature.com |
| CRÉME | https://creme321.com |
| Trophy Room | https://www.trophyroomstore.com |
| UBIQ | https://www.ubiqlife.com |
| Lapstone and Hammer | https://www.lapstoneandhammer.com |
| The Darkside Initiative | https://www.thedarksideinitiative.com |
Canada
| Livestock | https://www.deadstock.ca/ |
| Haven | https://shop.havenshop.com |
| NRML | https://nrml.ca/ |
| Capsule | https://www.capsuletoronto.com/ |
| Courtside | https://www.courtsidesneakers.com/ |
EU
| SVD | https://www.sivasdescalzo.com/en/lifestyle |
| FOOT DISTRICT | https://footdistrict.com/en/ |
| OVERKILL | https://www.overkillshop.com |
| FOOT PATROL | https://www.footpatrol.com |
| END | https://www.endclothing.com/ca/ |
| SLAM JAM SJS | https://www.slamjamsocialism.com |
SKU Search in Google Shopping
Instead of searching page results for sneakers and using the name of the shoe, you should search via the SKU. For example, the Air Jordan 7 “Citrus†retro is CU9307-081. By searching this, you will get more accurate Shopping results on Google from boutiques and stores selling retail or less. Make sure to cross-reference the store you are buying from with our list above to avoid buying fakes, as DH Gate sells unauthorized sneakers and will be shown occasionally.Â
SoleSavy COLLECT app and Member Store
COLLECT is a peer-to-peer marketplace to buy, sell, and trade your sneakers, and with 0% fees for premium members and low fees for others, you will find more pricing that benefits you, the buyer, and makes prices lower. Before paying top dollar, see what the rest of the sneaker community is selling for retail.
After members get first dibs on a new sneaker that gets added to the SoleSavy Member Store, we open it up to the general public. You will always find our prices to be retail or less for mostly sold-out sneakers. Itâ€
Check Brand Websites for Alternative Options
We understand we all want the new heat thatâ€
Check For Used (VNDS)
One of the best ways to save up to hundreds of dollars is opting to go with a slightly used option. Like new cars, sneakers lose a significant amount of value after being worn, or Un-DSâ€