5 Books Every Sneakerhead Should Read

As we enter yet another week of lockdown, it's getting harder and harder to find things to do. You've done the puzzle, baked the cake and tidied the living room 207360 times, so now, it's officially time to pick up a book. Don't worry, you don't need to scroll endlessly through Amazon trying to find the perfect reading material, because we've done it for you.

Keep scrolling to discover five books every self-confessed sneakerhead needs to have on their bookshelf.

Phil Knight: Shoe Dog

Described as “A Memoir by the Creator of Nike”, this book looks back at the origins of the now-iconic sportswear brand and gives fans a glimpse into the struggles it faced at the beginning. Offering a rare look into the life of Nike founder, Phil Knight, and detailed information about the thought process behind some of your favourite silhouettes, this book is unputdownable.

Sneaker Freaker: The Ultimate Sneaker Book

An essential coffee table book, The Ultimate Sneaker Book is filled with behind-the-scenes info, historic sneaker images and tidbits from Sneaker Freaker's very own Simon “Woody” Wood, this book looks back an icons, collaborations and all-things culture.

Nike SB: The Dunk Book

An icon in its own right, the Nike SB Dunk has a loyal following that will love this book. A historic archive of the most legendary Dunk silhouettes to date, this book is filled to the brim with images that tell a visual story of the staple Nike design. There are even a few images of the world's most recognisable skaters rocking their favourite pairs.

Rodrigo Corral, Alex French and Howie Kahn: Sneakers

A beautifully illustrated book that includes over 300 pages of photos and industry insiders like Virgil Abloh, Alexander Wang and Kobe Bryant, this book covers everything from design, creative processes, street culture, art and fashion. Guaranteed to leave you wanting more, this is one of those books you can flick through time and time again when you need a little inspo.

Mathieu Le Maux: 1000 Sneakers – A Guide to the World's Greatest Kicks, from Sport to Street

The clue's in the name with this one. This book is made up of 1000 images of sneakers that have garnered the most attention across the globe and had a noticeable impact on sneaker culture. Showcasing sneakers from the early Air Jordans and OG Air Force 1s to the modern Nike Zoom and classic Vans, this book will have you flicking through for hours, reading up on your old-school faves.