Press

Sneaker Pharm

Press, media features, collaborations, and cultural coverage across global news outlets, fashion institutions, and industry partners focused on sneaker restoration, sustainability, and circular design.

Major News & Culture Features

BBC News (2019)

Sneakers pimped to help reduce waste

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Manchester Evening News (2023)

The hidden Manchester shop that can save you money

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The Sole Supplier (2022)

Vinnie Tao on why you shouldn't be afraid to wear your sneakers

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Vitsœ Editorial

Shoes worth wearing are worth repairing

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Academic & Institutional Collaborations

Manchester Fashion Institute (2026)

Emerging Brands Series: Perfect Imperfection (wabi-sabi)

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Wear Abouts Podcast (2025)

Footwear markets and sneaker restoration culture

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Industry & Brand Partnerships

Nike (2022)

50th Anniversary global member stories campaign

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Solovair (2025)

Manchester flagship retail partnership

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Vibram (2026)

Premium sole restoration materials feature

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Retail & Pop-Up Features

Clarks Originals

Instagram features and in-store Manchester pop-up activations

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Independent & Multimedia

Garmology Podcast (2025)

Reviving dead sneakers with Vinnie Tao

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Manchester Wire

Black Friday independent gift guide feature

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YouTube — Inside SneakerPharm

Science and soul of sneaker restoration

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