Diysneakers was born from a simple yet profound realization: our custom shoes deserve products designed with their unique needs and perspectives in mind.

Our Story: Breaking the Customization Mold

In 2015, with the sneaker industry still churning out cookie-cutter products, two visionaries saw an opportunity to revolutionize the way we customize:

Ellie teamed up with Owen on a bold mission: to create a “custom sneaker” model that truly delivered on its promise.

“We were tired of seeing cookie-cutter products that were beautifully packaged, mass-marketed, and disappointing,” says Ellie. “So we asked ourselves — what if we combined the world of originals with the world of customization, using the freedom and creativity of the creative mind to create something truly revolutionary?”

That question sparked a custom sneaker revolution that’s still thriving today.

Every moment is filled with delightful surprises

We craft dynamic and playful custom shoe experiences that spark joy in the most unexpected ways. Whether it’s through our whimsical campaigns, engaging social media challenges, or the heartwarming stories shared by our community, we strive to make every interaction with Diysneakers a surprise.

The Proof Is in the Reviews

Don’t just take our word for it—ask our community of 10,000+ five-star reviewers who’ve tried Diy Sneakers for themselves.

“I tried all sorts of custom methods with mixed results until I found Diy Sneakers,” says Jennifer, a loyal customer since 2018. “My custom collection is never empty, and I’m always adding to it.”

The transformation caught the attention of custom shoe editors at magazines like Allure, Vogue, Cosmopolitan, and People, not to mention countless social media influencers.

Authenticity is at the core of everything we do

We are a community that loves custom shoes and a group that loves fashion. We understand the unique emotional bond between shoes and their owners. We are committed to capturing the real moments, genuine smiles and sincere emotional connections in these special relationships.

True magic happens in these moments

Our brand is a celebration of these intimate moments, where laughter, love, and companionship flourish. Through our initiatives, we aim to foster a sense of closeness and belonging, making every day a little brighter and a lot more special.

Create your own custom

For more bespoke customs, get in touch and we can work with you to create your dream kicks! We’ll also create you a mock up design which you can sign off before placing your order. These are the perfect gifts from Birthdays to Weddings (or for yourself of course)!

Need some helping designing it? Get in touch!

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Can I see my idea before it's made?

Yes,we provide mock ups for you to approve before customising for a non refundable deposit of £30. This deposit will then be deducted from your final payment when you place your order.

Do I need a fully formed idea before I get in touch?

No, but a fully formed idea would help, or please send us any of the below:

  • Images
  • A theme
  • Idea of base shoe
  • Colour palette
  • Anything we've previously made

Our customer service team are at hand to guide you through your order.

What are your capabilities as customisers?

There isn't much that we can't do! It can be as little as a name or logo, all the way to patterns, assets and highly detailed portraits.