The last thing you want to do is have your sneakers lose their shape over time because they are not properly supported. Whilst you can make use of the original paper inserts that come with most sneakers, for a more advanced solution check out our range of sneaker shoe trees which are fully adjustable to ensure the perfect fit for any sneaker.

When looking at different shoe tree options it is important to consider an adjustable set rather than spring loaded to avoid putting unnecessary stress and pressure on the materials.

Before you even think about long-term storage you need to get out your favourite brush, bowl and sneaker cleaner and get to work!

Your sneakers should be completely cleaned and dried before going into any storage solution. If you want to minimise the amount of time spent cleaning your kicks we highly recommend investing in a sneaker protector spray.

Our top choice is Liquiproof premium sneaker protector, it is a non-aerosol product and works on all materials.

Sunlight is the enemy of fresh leather and vivid colours, meaning white colours yellow, bright hues fade and suede and other synthetic materials begin to collect dust.

Exposure to sunlight not only degrades the appearance of your sneakers, if not stored properly, sunlight can also damage your shoes’ integrity.

To avoid damaging your valuables, we recommend you stash your sneaker collection in a dark spot, away from windows or direct sun, if possible.

If you have to keep them in the sun, flip them around and move them on a regular basis so no side stays in the sunlight for very long.

Our black sneaker cases have added UV protection from all sides (except the front door) so if you are going to store your collection in a room that gets a lot of sunlight, these are your best bet!

It’s tempting to ditch the box after you get a pair of sneakers, particularly if you plan on wearing the shoes a lot. But, hold up! Even if you plan on keeping your kicks for years and years, having the original box adds value to the shoes. That’s particularly true if you want to resell them at a later date or if you simply aim to build a top-dollar collection.

Retailer shoeboxes may not be the most visually appealing option for displaying your kicks, but their cardboard construction material gets points for its stiffness and stackability. If you do go this route, keep in in mind that those boxes can break down over time, so you will need to revisit your sneaker storage solution again in the future.

If you want to minimise the total storage space required for your sneaker boxes we recommend (carefully) cutting them down the edges to flat pack them or alternatively upcycling them into some sick sneaker box artwork.