What’s the deal with Karhu?

Finnish heritage, serious comfort, and retro runner vibes. Karhu’s all about blending performance roots with street-ready style.

Are they comfy enough for all-day wear?

100%. Cushioned soles, breathable uppers, they’re made for moving, but just as good for everyday flex.

Easy: pair with cargos, denim, or relaxed fits. They’re statement trainers that don’t need much effort.

Are Karhu trainers true to size?

Most styles fit true, but some can be a bit snug. If you're between sizes, going up half a size isn’t a bad shout.

Karhu For Men

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If you haven’t heard of Karhu yet, prepare to impress your mates with your sneaker game and your obscure knowledge of Finnish heritage brands. Born in 1916 (yes, really), Karhu means “bear” in Finnish, and while that might sound a little intense, their trainers are more “sleek streetwear” than lumbering forest creature.

The brand’s big claim to fame? They literally sold the three-stripe trademark to another little company called adidas. Not bitter though, they’ve been smashing it ever since with silhouettes like the Karhu Fusion 2.0, a fan-favourite packed with retro runner vibes, suede overlays and bold colourways that look just as good on the pavement as they do in your group photo.

Whether you’re after the trail-ready feel of Karhu shoes or simply want something that makes you stand out from the Nike-and-New-Balance crowd, this is your chance to say “I knew about Karhu before it was cool”, even if it’s been cool for over 100 years.

Lace up a pair of Karhu trainers and embrace the Scandi-cool comfort that’s quietly taking over the sneaker world, one very well-cushioned step at a time. That's not enough for you? Check out all of our designer trainers we've got in stock for you.