Came to Oahu from California for vacation, and let me say, this place is nothing short of amazing!!! If you want to buy and even see some insane sneaker heat, this store is the spot. They have some of the rarest and hottest shoes on the market that most places would never carry. Their selection was amazing with most of their prices beating GOAT and StockX. The owner was one of the nicest locals I've met. He was very helpful and super personal when it came to sneakers, even letting me see my personal grails in hand. Part of me wanted to stay longer just to chat with him. After a little bit of price negotiation, I ended up leaving with a pair of air fear of gods, a shoe I've wanted for a very long time. Overall, if you're visiting the island or in the area, I highly recommend taking a look inside this store, because you won't be disappointed. Mahalo to the TRUEST Ohana!!! read more

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Great sneaker store. The owner was dope. Def recommend if you're in the area and love sneakers.

Love This Place. Their IG account is Fly Fresh. They are polite on the phone They have the best collection in Honolulu and respeted around the world read more

Finally took the time to stop by the store. Amazing selection! I picked up a pair of dunks I've been wanting but never pulled the trigger online. Beautifully organized and well laid out shop. Jon was super cool and helpful. Will definitely be back to support local! read more

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First time stopping by and of all shoe stores on the island by far the best customer service! Shop is clean, atmosphere is amazing!! You ever walk into a luxury store and you feel unwelcome? Well not here. John treats everyone equal.... Kick butt dude! Thank you so much if I could give more stars I would haha. Stopped by to only look around, left with two pairs of shoes. We will for sure be back! read more

Truest - Shoe Stores Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

This is my first time here as I live in Las Vegas. Just gotta say, The shoe game here is strong!!! I mean wow from the time you get in the store, you are blasted with shoes, shoes and more shoes. Jordan's, adidas, Yeezy just to name a few. They have some rare shoes and some really great prices. I have a serious love for Jordan's they have a great selection here. Yes I picked up a pair! I'm sure that you will find something for you, whatever shoe you fancy. On to the service, John is super cool and helpful. All questions answered and willing to point you in the right direction of shoes that you are Looking for. If you see a shoe you like grab them sizes are sure to go fast. Stop by Truest and check them out. If you grab a pair or two you might get asked for a photo for the Instagram page! I think mine is up there... lol read more

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Stopped by to see if I could sell my shoes but they weren't not looking for my patent breds at the time. John was super helpful, friendly, and explained the entire process. Hopefully will be able to drop off my grinches next time! They also have a wide array of hard to get/find sneakers. Will be back soon! Big Mahalo to John for his time and knowledge! read more

Being a Sneakerhead, I had to go in and check it out. They got a grail wall! Because of their grail wall, you can tell it's no joke. So much Travis Scott goodness! The selection is great, but for Cinderella's feet, it's a bit harder on the Nike side, but for Yeezys, a lot! Consignment- I would call or email ahead of time, especially if you're from the mainland! Me? I probably would have rolled in with my DS dunks, but nah. I'm here on vacation, not to sell! You do need to buzz to get in, but they kinda rolled the red carpet out and just buzzed me in before I could even reach the button. I blame the Panda dunks on my feet. John, the owner is a chill dude! We did talk a lot about sneakers and he was trying to help me find my size. I did request that we have some gloves available to make sure the shoes are clean when we touch them. (Sneakercon mentality). He speaks my language on shoes! We did joke how the SNKRS gods were not nice to me on the off-whites. Since he's the only guy at the counter, be nice! He tries to give everyone attention! I would say if you're a Sneakerhead on vacation in Hawaii, this is the only place that packs heat to the point where they don't need fire dancers. read more

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They got the heat. And the owner isn't some rude guy following the hype. Like his store says, he is true to who he is, genuine person who talked not only to me but to my wife and daughter as we shopped. Had a good vibe and family oriented. Will def purchase in here again. What I think stood out the most is the selection. Not only did he have things that were the hype but a good amount of selections that were unique and unseen in some years in the hype beast realm read more

Absolutely amazing some of the craziest sneakers I have ever seen best prices on the island as well

Great shop! Loved stopping by and talking with the owner, John! In town from Atlanta and was very pleased with the great selection....and even a few options in GS sizes for me! Lots of options for my husband, too! Highly recommended if you're in town or even a local. While you're there, be sure to pick up some of their no-slip socks. Those things are legit and really stay in place much bette than anything I've ever purchase on the market. Great music, dope atmosphere and even better decor - 5 stars all around!! read more

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I have lots of respect for individuals who transform their beautiful dreams into reality; it takes a tremendous amount of commitment & courage to create a business around your dreams. Even though, I own exactly one pair of kicks, I was immediately drawn to TRUEST Hawaii because of their impressive display of sneakers & their section of cell phone accessories + jewelry created by the owner's wife. TRUEST Hawaii is the first consignment, shuffle, buy, & sell sneaker location in Hawaii; their selection of kicks is a sneakerhead's dream come true. TRUEST Hawaii has wall-to-wall shelves overflowing with bright, great condition, rotating collection of kicks. If you're a sneaker head, searching for your first pair of kicks or interested in a quality sneaker consignment, Truest Hawaii is your go to shop. There's no pressure to purchase anything & I'm positive the individual who purchases your kicks will feel fresh to death. Follow TRUEST Hawaii for newest additions to the consignment & upcoming events no sneakerhead wants to miss. read more

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Came here for my first time and we had to wait outside unless the workers opens the door for us. This place is full of expensive shoes! Like damn! There shelf's are full of like Nikes, Adidas, Yeezys, etc. I came here the other day to get my friend yeezys and there was a lot of choices! They had the all black one, black and red, white, neon yellow, etc. I know my friend wanted the zebra kind color so I asked for that in a size 10 for men's and they had the last one! The one my friend wanted wasn't as expensive as the other yeezys! The one I got him was $550 compared to the other yeezys were like $1200 or $1700 I was shocked just looking at those prices! The service was great! They asked if I needed help and made sure I got everything I wanted! Great place to get expensive type of shoes:) read more

Came in here with my guy excited to buy some high heat shoes and just get to know someone who also appreciates the beauty of sneakers. Walked in and immediately the owner just disregarded we were even there. When my guy tried to make conversation he was short and cold, as if it cost him to talk. Come on dude, it's not that difficult to be a decent human being and be friendly to people who are coming to see you from out of state. Highly disappointed in people who obviously forget where their roots are from and let their money get to them. Don't waste your time here, New York shops are where its Updating review from last review** and to respond to owner: Yeah..man..I get if If your store was crowded and you were being a decent human being and helping people but..you weren't. You were on your damn phone, so no it's not asking too much to ask an owner to treat customers with respect. Also, your arrogance in your response shows how much you value your ego instead of realizing where you came up short. Good luck! Rest of the world, don't waste your time here, seriously, even the mall is better than this. read more

Love this store great prices huge selection of incredibly rare shoes. Will definitely be returning

Heard about Truest via a Facebook group and checked them out via Instagram. Great location on South King Street with plentiful street parking. The owner, John, is friendly and his store is well stocked. Been here on two occasions, and there was plenty of Boost, Yeezy, Vans, and Nike products; although sizes go fast, so if you see something that you like, pick it up before it's gone. It was also nice to see some rare and less hyped shoes, which to me shows that they are about the culture. The store also stocks Supreme and store label tees. In terms of price, most of the product is consignment, so it's out of the store's control. However, I found the prices to be reasonable and on par with the market, with some shoes below the price points I've seen elsewhere. More importantly, these guys can be trusted and their shoes and product are 100% legitimate, and that peace of mind is worth it. If you're looking for that grail, Truest is the place to go. read more

Used the online website to order their awesome socks! Liked the in store pick up option, super fast and efficient! Always supportive of small local businesses! read more

Great store! Kids loved it. I just went along for the ride. My niece was visiting from Cali and she wanted to pick up a toy for her brother. She got to the register and got another one for free! Love those perks and great customer service. We'll definitely be back again. read more

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As a fan of the sneaker game, the mere existence of stores like "Truest" are exciting because they provide a local 3rd party hub for sneakerheads & casual shoppers to buy, sell, and trade their grails and beaters without relying on sites like eBay or Craigslist. Of course sustaining a consignment venture such as this requires mark-up and relationship building, but "Truest" has placed a much greater amount of emphasis on the mark-up side of the business and a lot less on the relationship building side. "Urban Necessities" in Las Vegas is the best example of what a true sneaker consignment shop should be, where the prices and consignment should be driven to serving the people at the best of their ability. "Truest" is obviously trying to make as much money as they can while putting in the least amount of work and effort. The store has minimal interaction, no one greets you, no one asks you what you're looking for, no one even glances your way. As a whole the store feels cluttered and unwelcome, surrounded by shoes that you know by name and love, but are set at prices not only beyond your reach, but that you wouldn't be willing to pay anyway because they are cheaper on urbannecessities.com (while Truest.com has been in the works for 3+ years). All In all I love the store because it represents a passion for the sneaker game that I too share, but I am heart broken by the lack of passion for the sneaker community and the desire to "give back" that Truest lacks. #overpriced&underserviced read more

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To John C or whoever you are - clearly, this is not the store for you nor is it in your budget, perhaps? If you were an enthusiast for authentic, hard to find sneakers and basketball shoes, maybe you could appreciate what Truest is all about. Instead you waste your time in creating a fake Yelp user name to bash a brilliant idea served especially for the local community. It's obvious that you're a hater. FYI - TRUEST, by definition means consistent with fact or reality; not false or erroneous; reliable, genuine and accurate. John C (or, whoever you are), sorry that you couldn't put two and two together. Again, instead you're a hater. TRUEST is a breath of fresh air -- this is what Hawaii has been waiting for, FINALLY! Consignment, shuffle and buy -- plus new shoes on the shelves as well! In my opinion, I would feel 150% more comfortable spending my money ($$$$) on shoes I actually get to see, feel and try on. So far, I've heard much positive thoughts and support within the local community about TRUEST. Everyone, let's continue to support local businesses!! read more

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This place has the most amazing selection of rare shoes here in Hawaii. The prices are marked up considerably - but hey we're in Hawaii and that should be expected. Uncle John is always cool and I always like to see Boozer the store dog mascot! read more

There is a lot going on in here. Mostly kicks that have already released and now are tripled in price. Probably some items in there that I would have liked but didn't have time to go shoe by shoe. However they did have a nice selection of limited kicks. If you got the coin they probably have what you want. - (Giving an additional star as I just learned its consignment and you buy / sell here). As for the shirts made for the store, they were nice, nice design, good quality shirts, plain simple, but they had NO sizes except for a XL and up. And me being a M it wouldn't work. I ended up buying a XL just to buy it (will give to a friend). Must have caught them on a bad day. Off to Kicks HI next. Hope they have a tee in my size. read more

Truest - Big selection of limited / or sold out elsewhere kicks. - Shoe Stores Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

First time coming by and the staff was great! I ended up talking to once of the guys (sorry forgot name) for a bit and the inventory was amazing! And price were also great. I didn't get to support and purchase because they didn't have the size I needed in an item but I would definitely recommend checking them out if you visit Hawaii! read more

Walked 30 minutes to get to this location and to find out that they're closed?! I came at 1 PM & it says that they would return at 2PM! Why even have an open business when you're not even open?! Such a waste of time! read more

Went to Truest to focus on reselling some shoes and not necessarily to shop. Here's a recap of my experience. Parking - If you're going towards University on S. King St., you're best bet is street parking. There's a few on the far right hand side, near McDonalds. And more on the far left hand side of the street, literally across the Truest shop. A lot of free street parking on the weekends and holidays. Experience - Went in on a Saturday around 3pm. Was at the entrance of the shop and was buzzed in. The shop was clean, organized and just drip drip drip galore! Even my daughter (almost 3 yrs old) appreciated the way the shop was laid out. Headed to the front register and was greet by John. I mentioned that it was my first time consigning shoes he thoroughly went through the process with me. Was in and out of there in roughly 10 minutes. Hope to consign more shoes and SUPREME items in the very near future. Thanks again John for an awesome experience. -Romel read more

I'm not a shoe expert and I had to ask questions on a certain shoe, but it seems like the guy at the counter looked at me like I'm supposed to know. Also i looked inside a certain shoe and he asked me "what you looking for". I mean I get it, the shoe is pretty expensive so I guess he got mad that I was touching it. Other than that the selection of shoes are nice. Nice to say I finally stopped by but I won't return. read more

If you're looking for a certain shoe that you haven't been able to find, TRUEST will most certainly have it. If they don't, they will let you know when they get it in if you ask. Come down to the store to look because you most certainly might walk out with another pair of shoes you didn't know you wanted. The selection at TRUEST is huge for shoes and there's also Supreme, Bape and TRUEST merchandise. Kaws is all around if you're into that as well. John the owner greets you as soon as you walk in the door and is available to answer any questions you may have. It's also a great place to meet other sneaker heads who are there as well. Just good vibes all around so if you're looking for a pair of shoes you want but can't find. Come down to TRUEST. Parking is limited but most times you'll be able to find meter parking within walking distance. read more

Best sneaker shop in the islands. Selection is very wide from Jordan's to air max to yeezy this shop has them all. Granted, you don't always find your size, but they have more availability of grails and hard to find sneakers then other shops in the islands. I'll be back for sure read more

I have been coming to truest for over 3 years now, service is still the best yet, whether you're selling your shoes or you're buying them. The shoe selection in this shop is insane for the size and so is the cloth. A ton of crazy grails and I never feel scared to look around and ask about things with jon working. I've sold over 5 items here and it's all been way over what stockx and goat would've payed me even if they didn't charge for taxes and processing fees! Came in during the corona virus pandemic, and it's Awsome how clean and serious they're taking everything also. If you haven't came here before I highly recommend anyone wanting to check it out read more

Awesome store with heat ! I have been here a couple of times owner is really cool. Just bought my first pair of kicks here, the only thing was I was missing a pair of red laces that the shoe brings but everything else was great! read more

Got my Air Jordan Retro 11s fire red from here. As you may not know, The AJ 11s are hard to come by unless you are willing to wait in line to get a number from shoe stores on island or know someone who'd sell it to you, or if you're VIP and get all the hookups from somewhere. I am not that lucky. And trying to purchase Retros you want online is difficult too because all the kids want it also and or MJ fans or shoeholics want it, so there's competition there. You'd have to be lucky enough to beat other internet users for a chance at it. I've always been unlucky. I mean I get the idea of profit to buy and then sell stuff for more than what's it's worth, but sometimes I don't like to wait or I can't that day cuz I got something else to do that day. And I won't buy something I really like and then sell it, no matter if I could make $100-$200 profit easy. Retros can be hard to obtain cuz they only make so much and if you're just a common person like me, you're stuck with what you got. And I don't kiss ass. It's not life or death to have these shoes. I love the 11s. And MJ is the greatest. Oh the store is small, but the shelves are stocked with varieties of brands from old schools to new kicks. But I just wanted the Jordans. They can be pricey so expect to spend. Enjoy! read more

I have the distinct pleasure of working right next door to these guys. Let me tell you, the work they put into the place alone is absolutely stellar. They spent months turning and old dingy moped store into this immaculate beauty. They built the upstairs loft from scratch and spent long hours past midnight fixing up the place. They have a very good selection (mostly Nike's, but other stuff too) at really reasonable prices. I was looking at a pair of Jason Dill x Vans Snakeskin Authentics. They probably originally retailed for $100 and currently sells on eBay for $275, they were asking for $150. Not bad, not bad at all. If anyone knows this unicorn personally, you might recall my various over the top shoes (WHO DOESN'T LIKE MY PURPLE GLITTER CONVERSES?). So this is kind of a dream come true that a business like this opens next door to where I work - GOODBYE HARD EARNED MONEY. HELLO ROCKIN KICKS. read more

They NEVER answer their damn phone, but can consistently post on social media. I've called morning, afternoon, & evening for the past few weeks on different days hoping to get in touch with someone but STILL no answer. There was only one time where the phone was picked up just to be hung up on like they didn't want to speak to anyone. If you live on Oahu then you'd understand how humbug it is to travel from the west side to their store. I'm simply calling to inquire so I don't waste my time traveling all the way there for nothing. You would think that they would at least their phone for a couple minutes. Even their website isn't fully functioning. Not everyone has the luxury to live 15 minutes away. Don't post your stores contact number if you're not going to answer your phone. read more

Truest is truly what you would call a labor of love. I will admit right away I know the owner so you can take my review for what it is. But I like to support businesses that start from a personal passion for something and this store is the quintessential example of that. If you are not into collecting hard to find, rare collectible shoes that are PRE OWNED, then maybe it's not the store for you but I don't get this other reviewer bashing TRUEST for its prices. That's the point, these shoes are collectible, hence the higher than usual prices. To expect them to sell shoes at MSRP is just nonsense. If you want brand new shoes at retail prices, then it is just common sense not to go to a consignment store. That said I want to stress the fact that the owners of this store truly love what they do and it shows in every single way - their customer service is EXCELLENT, they are the most friendly, open people I know and I couldn't say enough good things about the service. Bottom line, don't believe *everything* you read, and it's interesting this user does not have any other reviews up or didn't take the time to identify himself adequately either, no picture, nothing, just a nameless generic identity. It's hard not to be slightly suspicious of the sincerity of some of these reviews, especially when they go up so quickly after a business just had its grand opening yesterday. And to personally attack someone for how they talk is pretty low, speaks volumes of the person writing the review. I say, judge for yourself, stop by the store, talk to John, and make the decision for yourself. It's nice to know the person selling you those shoes really does care about what he does and KNOWS about what he's selling and you will definitely get that from Truest. read more

The best shoe consignment store in town. Hands down from the great deals to the customer service. John The owner is one of the best ppl in the shoe game. Was amazed at their inventory from medicom, supreme, and Jordan's. read more

Truest don't listen to John C! Obviously this guy is TROLLIN and is mad about his personal problems about not being able to afford the shoes he picked out. He must've been so upset he had to make a yelp account this month just to complain about. Don't be mad John C just go to the beach and drink a beer and relax. Keep up the good work Truest! read more

Easily could have spent a thousand in here! But can't and won't deal with the attitude. I mean I know it's consignment but everywhere I have been they at least let you try on the shoes even if you can't walk around! I guess I'm sticking to the Internet and RIF/Flight Club back home. If I want Melrose attitude I'll go home and get it. read more

Amazing shop filled with a great collection of shoes and streetwear. This is a consignment store so of course a lot of the products are gently used and priced higher. John has a well-curated collection of different types of shoes for every type of person: runners, SBs, Jordans, all of it! John is extremely knowledgeable of his huge inventory and will offer advice if you're looking for your grails :) Truest also has their own tees and tanks for men and women. Love their vinyl stickers. I love this shop because it's constantly changing because of the non-stop growing of their inventory. Keeps it interesting :) Be sure to support local! It's a great cycle where the money you spend here goes back into the pockets of locals. Btw, love Boozer the shop dog, he looks like Falcor from Never-ending Story! read more

open for about 5 months now, this store sells pretty dope shoes! i was especially drawn to the Simpsons vans! http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/truest-honolulu?select=jroQHcUTRlE1IMLcK1GXFA#jroQHcUTRlE1IMLcK1GXFA http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/truest-honolulu?select=FvYexboUCTi-dplyyDY_oA#FvYexboUCTi-dplyyDY_oA they have tons of specialty, limited edition shoes, much i've never seen.... but WOW. lots of Jordan's, lots of limited Vans, all kinds..... of course these shoes come with hefty price tags, but they're not your average "Payless" kind of kicks.... so of course they're going to be more expensive. if you're an enthusiast - this is definitely the place to get your stylish and unique shoe fix! p.s. - they're located right next door to Mono (which also has cool stuff)..... read more

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Check for new stock often!! I have been to Truest TWICE in the short time since they have opened. It seems that my favorite foodie friend and his son are super sneakerheads. And if you know anything about sneakerheads, they are serious about their craft and passion. Seems that is the whole reason why a place like Truest even exists! Obviously, love of sneakers is not enough to keep a business going once the doors open for business. Consignments seem to be a big source of business for them as well. Right now, we have found that keeping in touch via the Instagram page or Facebook, you can get a great idea of what has come in this week...and also gives you a feel for what has been moving this week. Prices are what you would pay online or on ebay. No shocker on that one. $400 OG 88's are a real thing, I'm afraid...but sneaker-freakers know what to expect. Wish these folks tons of luck and a loyal following. I know of 3 fans right now! read more