Examples of Repair & Restorations
Our Melbourne based heritage workshop services a variety of leather goods including luxury items, unique finds and things of sentimental value. We’re passionate about delivering creative and custom crafted solutions for our clients.
We received this Prada bag with a section of leather that had been scratched and damaged, showing general signs of wear.
This restoration was both challenging and time-intensive.
Jenny spent time carefully flattening each raised area of the leather
To complete this restoration, Jenny performed a restorative clean and a colour retouch, to match the damaged sections to the bag’s original deep brown tone.
While the restored areas still show slight signs of damage, the leather has been cleaned and treated, and the marks are now far less noticeable.
#pradabagrepair #bagrestoration #designerbagrepair #pradabag
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We received a Chanel denim handbag with some noticeable marks.
The bag had a large stain on the bottom and a smaller mark on the front. These types of stains can happen, especially on areas that come into contact with surfaces.
Jenny, performed a restorative clean and a colour retouch to seamlessly blend the affected areas and restore the bag's original vibrancy. To finish up the work, Jenny applied a waterproof treatment.
Waterproofing is a very important step in caring for your designer bags. It creates a protective barrier against water, spills, and stains, preventing them from penetrating the fabric and causing lasting damage. This also helps to protect against colour transfer and keeps the bag looking newer for longer.
#chanel #chanelbag #Chanelrepair #bagrepair #designerbagrepair #melbourne #melbourneroyalarcade #circularfashion #SustainableFashion
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We recently had the pleasure of restoring this stunning red Hermès bag—a true statement piece showcasing the iconic craftsmanship Hermès is renowned for.
While this vibrant bag had been well cared for, signs of wear were visible on parts of the leather, particularly the handles and closure strap.
The handles needed fresh wax due to slight separation in the leather, and the closure strap showed wear from friction with the hardware—a common issue over time.
To bring the bag back to its original condition, Luke began by applying fresh wax to the handles to repair and strengthen them. Jenny then performed a restorative clean and colour retouch, ensuring the new colour matched the bag’s original tone.
To complete the restoration, the bag was waterproofed—an essential step to protect it from stains and water damage.
#designerbagrepair #handbagredyeing #bagrestoration #hermesbagrepair #evansrepairs #handlerepair #hermes
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We recently received a pair of brand-new Gucci loafers to add protective soles and heels.
Protective soles not only enhance durability but also protect your shoes from wear and tear, as well as water damage.
Our leather specialist, Luke, added the new soles and heels to ensure these loafers remain in excellent condition.
To further protect the leather, Luke applied a waterproof treatment to prevent stains and damage over time.
We recommend adding protective soles and waterproofing the leather to maintain and extend the life of your designer items.
Caring for your shoes with these preventative measures will help keep them looking their best for years to come.
#designershoerepair #guccishoerepair #Gucci #guccishoes #shoerepair #menshoerepairs
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Just my preference, but I would have liked black protective soles.
We received these gorgeous Chanel flats, which showed signs of wear, including marks and stains on the leather, as well as a ripped clasp on the right side where some pearls were missing.
Our leather specialist, Luke, recrafted a new strap, while Jenny performed a restorative clean, ensuring the delicate fabric was handled with great care. To complete the restoration, Jenny replaced the missing pearls, which were carefully sourced by our team.
These beautiful shoes are now fully functional and in like-new condition.
#designershoerepair #chanelshoerepair #chanelrestoration #melbourne, #royalarcade #
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Stunning! Great work
We received this beautiful Loewe Bamboo Bucket Bag in white.
Our customer decided it would be more versatile in black, as it’s a timeless colour that pairs well with a variety of outfits and is easier to maintain, making it ideal for everyday use.
Jenny performed the colour change, transforming the bag into a sleek black while preserving the original texture and quality of the leather.
To finalise the restoration, she applied a high-quality waterproof spray—an essential step in caring for any designer bag, that helps protect the bag from water damage, stains, and general wear.
We typically perform colour changes from lighter to darker shades.
If you're considering a colour change, contact us for a consultation, we will assess your item and provide expert advice on whether it’s a viable option for you.
#LOEWE #loewebag #bagrepair #bagrestoration #leatherbagrepair #designerbagrepair #circularfashion
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Restoring a Burned Chanel
This Chanel arrived with burned leather, a stained lining, and significant wear.
Gideon, head of alterations, replaced the damaged leather panel with a custom, colour-matched piece, carefully crafted to blend seamlessly with the original design. Jenny, then cleaned, conditioned and recoloured the exterior leather and lining.
Large-scale repairs like this require precision, time, and collaboration between our alterations and restorations department. Always making for incredible results.
#chanelbagrepair #bagrestoration #designerbagrepair #handbagrepair #circularfashion #melbourne #melbourneroyalarcade #leatherrepair #chanel #designerleatherrepair #chanelbag
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Tom Ford boot restoration
We received a pair of Tom Ford boots that had previously been patched on the right shoe by another repairer. The patch needed to be redone, so we recrafted a new one and added stitching on the left side to match the look of both shoes.
These boots were also too tight around the ankles for our customer, so we added extra leather to create more room. Additionally, we painted the soles back to the original colour, performed a restorative clean, and retouched the colour to ensure the new leather matched the original black tone.
These beautiful boots are now ready to be worn once more.
#tomfordshoes #tomford #melbourne #melbourneroyalarcade #leatherrepair #designerleatherrepairr #menshoerepairs #designershoerepair
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Allen Edmonds Shoe Restoration
We received a classic pair of Allen Edmonds men's shoes for a full restoration package. The restoration included replacing the soles and heels and repairing the damaged buckle elastic.
Luke, our leather specialist, replaced the buckle elastic, ensuring it was durable and matched the original style, while also fitting new soles and heels. Jenny then completed the restoration by performing a restorative clean, removing any scuffs and dirt to bring the leather back to life.
After the repairs and cleaning, the shoes were returned to a like-new condition. We’re confident these Allen Edmonds shoes are now ready to be worn and enjoyed for many more years to come.
#shoerepair #allenedmonds #menshoerepairs #designershoerepair #circularfashion #melbourne #melbourneroyalarcade #leatherrepair #designerleatherrepair
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Prada sneaker restoration
We received a pair of Prada sneakers that were showing signs of wear, with some marks and dirt on the leather.
The sneakers had damaged back lining which required replacement.
Our leather specialist, Gideon, recrafted a new back lining, matching it to the original colour.
Luke performed a thorough restorative clean to remove all the marks and dirt and finished the restoration with a colour retouch, ensuring it perfectly matched the original tone of the sneakers.
#designershoerepair #pradashoes #prada #pradasneakers #circularfashion
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Magda Butrym heel restoration
We received this beautiful pair of Magda Butrym heels with damaged, ripped leather heels.
Our leather specialist, Luke, carefully removed the fabric rose, recrafted new leather heel pieces and replaced the heel tips.
Jenny performed a colour retouch on the newly recrafted section, ensuring the new leather perfectly matched the original colour of the damaged heel.
New anti-slip soles were added to complete the restoration, and the fabric rose was reattached as it was on the original heels.
These beautiful and unique heels are now in like-new condition, ready to be enjoyed for many more years,
#MagdaButrym #designerleatherrepair #shoerepair #designershoerepair #melbourne #royalarcade
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Bottega Veneta Handbag restoration
We received this beautiful Bottega Veneta handbag, that had signs of wear and tear, and some of the braided leather needed repair.
One of the main issues that can arise with braided leather is the potential for the individual links or strands to become damaged over time. Whether it's from regular use, accidental snags, or exposure to the elements, the delicate leather can start to fray, loosen, or even break. These damages can affect the overall appearance of your bag and, in severe cases, compromise its structural integrity.
Early detection of issues like fraying or loosening links can prevent further damage and make repairs more manageable.
Jenny patched the areas where the leather was damaged and frayed and finalised the work by doing a restorative clean and a colour retouch, making sure that the colour matched with the original colour of the bag.
#bottegabag #bottegaveneta #handbagrepair #bagrepair #designerbagrepair
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Christian Louboutin Boots Restoration
We received these gorgeous Louboutin boots, which showed signs of wear throughout the leather and had a rip in the heel leather piece.
Our leather specialist, Gideon, recrafted a new heel piece, while Jenny performed a restorative clean and colour retouch, ensuring the final result matched the original colour and tone of the boots. The boots are now not only functional again but are also in almost like-new condition.
#shoerepair #designershoerepair #christianlouboutin #louboutinrepair #melbourne #royalarcade
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Louis Vuitton sneaker restoration
We recently received a pair of Louis Vuitton sneakers with a torn loop on the right sneaker.
Our leather specialist, Gideon, carefully replaced the damaged loop with a new recrafted loop made from original Louis Vuitton material.
The sneakers are now fully functional and ready to be used for many more years.
#designershoerepair #louisvuittonshoerepair #louisvuitton #sneakerepair
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Celine handbag restoration
We received this tan Celine handbag with marks and stains on the leather.
Jenny performed a restorative clean and a colour retouch, carefully matching it with the original tan colour, to bring the bag to a like-new condition.
Daily use, such as constant handling and placing bags on different surfaces, accidental spills of liquids like coffee, wine, or makeup can leave stains.
Environmental factors, such as exposure to sunlight, rain, and humidity, can lead to discolouration and water stains, while natural oils from our hands and body lotions can transfer onto the leather, causing dark spots.
Regular care and maintenance help prevent and minimise these issues.
#celine #leatherrestoration #bagrestoration #leatherbagrepair #designerbagrepair #celinebag #circularfashion #melbourne #melbourneroyalarcadesignerbagrepair #celinebag #circularfashion #melbourne #melbourneroyalarcade
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Prada Sneakers restoration
We received a pair of well-loved Prada sneakers that were in need of repair.
The leather showed signs of wear and tear throughout, with the Prada logo faded and damaged.
Jenny performed a restorative clean and finished up the restoration by doing a colour retouch, making sure it matched the original tone of the sneakers.
#designershoerepair #pradashoes #prada #pradasneakers #circularfashion
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Jenny's care tips - Ladies Pointed-Toe protection
We all love Pointed Toes, such as these Pradas, however one thing buyers should be aware of is that their delicate design makes them more vulnerable to damage than regular shoes.
For all shoes, we suggest adding protective soles to prevent thinning of the soles, and to protect against kicks, and knocks that your shoes may incur day to day.
The slim toes on Pointed-Toe shoes do not have enough surface area for the protective soles to adhere to alone. To solve this issue for our customers, we craft a leather Toe Piece from a German brand called JR Leather. This leather Toe Piece is strong, and provides sufficient support for the protective soleing.
On top of the leather Toe Piece, we then add our signature protective sole, crafted with Vibram Rubber. Together in combination, your Pointed-Toe shoes will be more protected, and you will feel comfortable wearing them without risking damage the leather upper.
#shoerepair #designershoerepair #melbourne #royalarcade
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Bottega Veneta handbag colour change
We received this beautiful Bottega Veneta bag for a colour change.
Our customer loved the bag; however, they wanted a colour change to make it more versatile.
They requested a shift from cream/white to a French navy colour to match their leather jacket, which they left with us for reference.
Jenny performed a colour change, ensuring it matched the jacket's tone.
The transformation is remarkable, with the bag now showcasing a beautiful new navy hue.
#bottegabag #bottegaveneta #handbagrepair #bagrepair #designerbagrepair
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Gucci Loafers Restoration
We received a pair of Gucci loafers that required some extensive repair.
These well-loved shoes showed signs of wear and tear, with rips and damaged leather throughout the loafers.
Our skilled team began by patching the damaged areas and fitting brand-new full rubber soles to ensure durability.
In addition to the sole replacement, Jenny performed a restorative clean and a colour retouch, matching the original colour tone, restoring the loafers to a like-new condition. Now, these Gucci loafers are ready for many more years of use.
#designershoerepair #guccishoerepair #Gucci #guccishoes #circularfashion #melbourne
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Alexander McQueen Ballet flat colour change
Today, we take you behind the scenes to show you the involved process of a colour change service.
Changing the colour of leather is a phased process. It involves stripping the original colour, staining the leather, colour matching to the sample our customer provided, and preserving the leather.
Our craftsmen spend considerable time fine-tuning the restoration to ensure a flawless, natural finish.
#circularfashion #designershoerepair #colourrefinishing #alexandermcqueen #alexandermcqueenshoes #melbourne #melbourneroyalarcade #leatherrepair #designerleatherrepair
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Christian Louboutin heels restoration
We received a pair of gorgeous Christian Louboutin heels in need of repair.
The heel tips were damaged and have been replaced.
The heel pieces were also damaged, with tears in the leather, which needed to be recovered.
Jenny finished the work by performing a restorative clean and a colour retouch.
These beautiful Louboutin heels are now ready to be enjoyed for many more years.
#shoerepair #designershoerepair #louboutinheels #louboutinrepair #melbourne #royalarcade
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what does something like this cost to get done? i need a repair
Gorgeous!
Salvatore Ferragamo bag restoration
We received a beautiful Salvatore Ferragamo Bordeaux bag with signs of wear and tear from everyday use.
Luke carefully waxed the edges, and Jenny performed a restorative clean, finishing the work with a colour retouch, bringing the bag to a like-new condition, ready for many more years of use.
#bagrestoration #leatherbagrepair #designerbagrepair #ferragamobag #circularfashion
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That is a beautiful bag.
Jimmy Choo restoration
We received a pair of beautiful Jimmy Choo boots showing general signs of wear and tear, along with damaged heels.
Our leather specialist, Luke, recrafted new heels, covering them with new black leather.
Jenny then performed a restorative clean and a colour retouch, carefully matching the original tone of the boots.
Luke finished up by polishing the leather; The boots are now ready for many more years of use.
#jimmychoo #jimmychooshoes #shoerepair #designershoerepair #designershoerepairs #circularfashion #circularfashionrevolution
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Tod's loafers restoration
We received a pair of faded Tod's loafers with general signs of wear and tear, especially on the front part of the shoes.
Our leather specialists performed a restorative clean and colour retouching, ensuring that the colour matched the original shade of the shoes.
Now the loafers are back to a like-new condition and ready for many more years of use.
#shoerepair #tods #shoerepair #menshoerepairs #designershoerepair
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This beautiful Gucci Disco handbag came to us with damaged strap loops that needed to be recrafted. It presented with some general wear and tear, especially around the corners.
Luke recrafted the leather loops, and Jenny performed a restorative clean and colour refinishing, making sure to match the original colour.
This handbag is now not only restored to a like-new condition but also fully functional again.
#guccibagrepair #colourrefinishing #bagrestoration #leatherbagrepair #designerbagrepair #bagrepair
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Prada sneakers restoration
We received a pair of Prada sneakers that presented with damaged soles from wear and tear.
Our skilled team replaced the old soles with new rubber soles, ensuring durability and comfort. Additionally, Jenny performed a thorough restorative clean to bring back their original condition.
The Prada sneakers now look like new, ready to be worn and enjoyed once again.
#pradashoes #designershoerepair #shoerepair #pradasneakers #DesignerSneakers
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Alexander McQueen flats restoration
We received these Alexander McQueen silver flats that showed signs of wear and tear. Our customer wanted a colour change from silver to navy blue.
Jenny performed a restorative clean and a colour refinish with the selected navy tone. The transformation is remarkable.
The flats now look like a new pair, and we are sure they will have many more years of use ahead.
#circularfashion #designershoerepair #colourrefinishing #alexandermcqueen #alexandermcqueenshoes #melbourne #melbourneroyalarcade #leatherrepair #designerleatherrepair
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Stuart Weitzman sneakers restoration : Behind-the-Scenes Video
We hope you enjoy another short video of the behind-the-scenes in our workshop.
Here we have a pair of Stuart Weitzman sneakers that had a lot of stains and general wear and tear.
Jenny performed a restorative clean and color refinishing, expertly matching the original colour and removing the stains, bringing back the original vibrancy.
Book a free consultation with our leather specialists or request an online quote to restore your designer sneakers.
Link in Bio.
#designershoerepair #colourrefinishing #StuartWeitzman #SneakersRepair #DesignerSneakers
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Manolo Blahnik Wedding Shoes : Behind-the-Scenes Video
We hope you enjoy a short video of the behind-the-scenes in our workshop.
Here we have a beautiful pair of Manolo Blahnik heels undergoing a colour change from cream to black.
Book a free consultation with our leather specialists or request an online quote if you would like to know if you can change the colour of your shoes. Link in Bio.
#designershoerepair #ManoloBlahnik #melbourne #melbourneroyalarcade
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Beautiful job. Well done 👏 They look so much better in black.
What a transformation. Love these in black.
Ahhh wish I’d thought of this with my old wedding shoes
Christian Louboutin heels restoration
We received these gorgeous Christian Louboutin heels showing signs of wear and tear.
The insoles needed to be reattached.
Gideon added protective soles that will prevent water absorption into the leather soles and will also stop the soles from being slippery, ensuring they remain in good condition for a longer time, avoiding damage.
To complete the restoration, Jenny performed a restorative clean, taking extra care when handling the delicate fabric.
#louboutinshoerepair #designershoerepair
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Hermes satchel restoration.
Today, we take a look behind the scenes at our workshop, showcasing the work done by Jenny and Gideon in restoring a vintage Hermes Satchel. This beautiful vintage Hermes bag came to us with mould, leather discolouration, and the strap was missing. It was in need of a complete restoration.
Jenny cleaned and performed a colour refinishing, matching the original black tone of the bag. Gideon waxed and resealed the raw edges and recrafted a new strap with clips and loops.
#designerbagrepair #handbagredyeing #bagrestoration #hermesbagrepair #evansrepairs #straprepair
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I cannot believe people don't look after beautiful items like this. Wonderful job:))
Chanel black handbag restoration
We received this classic Chanel handbag that showed signs of wear and tear, along with overall discoloration throughout the leather. The restoration work began with our leather specialist, Gideon, recrafting the piping and the leather straps. To complete the job, Jenny performed a restorative clean and a colour touch-up, matching the original black colour of the bag. This transformation turned the bag from a very washed-out and used condition to a great condition, ensuring our customer will be able to use and enjoy it for many more years to come.
#chanelbagrepair #bagrestoration #designerbagrepair #handbagrepair #Bagsrepair
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I am interested in women's bags
Introducing our latest YouTube video
Reviving Luxury: Louis Vuitton Sneaker Restoration
Please follow the link to see our the talented leather specialists, Gideon and Jenny, restoring a pair of Louis Vuitton sneakers.
youtu.be/04i0Xql8r4M?si=5FE_Hn_pb-Uy78Ll
#designershoerepair #louisvuittonshoerepair #louisvuitton #sneakerepair
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Loeffler Randall Camellia Black Pleated Bow Heel restoration
We received a pair of Loeffler Randall heels that had worn-out soles.
Our leather specialist, Luke, worked on these heels by adding protective soles and waterproofing the shoes.
The protective soles will prevent water absorption into the leather soles, while waterproofing the shoes, will help protect the shoes from stains, additionally, waterproofing can extend the lifespan of the shoes and keep them looking newer for longer.
#shoerepair #designershoerepair #Loeffler #loefflerrandall
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Bottega Veneta bag restoration
We received this gorgeous Bottega Veneta bag that was in need of a complete restoration.
The bag showed signs of wear and tear, with faded leather and a broken patch on the woven leather. Additionally, the handle needed reattachment.
Our leather specialist, Gideon, worked on the patching and handle reattachment, while Jenny performed a restorative clean and colour retouch.
Our team did an incredible job, the results are incredible—the bag is back to a like-new condition!
#bottegabag #bottegaveneta #handbagrepair #bagrepair #designerbagrepair
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Chanel bag restoration
We received this Chanel bag with a damaged lining.
While the leather on the outside of the bag was in very good condition, the lining had deteriorated over the years.
Our leather specialist, Gideon, crafted a new lining.
Jenny finished the job by performing a restorative clean and colour retouch, bringing the bag back to a like-new condition.
#chanelbagrepair #bagrestoration #designerbagrepair #handbagrepair #Bagsrepair
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You guys do such an excellent job, your workmanship is top notch, but, without a doubt this Chanel is a fake, sorry but it is.
What would a restoration like this cost? My similar bag is over 19 yrs old and the lining has not deteriorated at all.
Stunning!
Chanel bag restoration
We received this beautiful Chanel bag that showed signs of wear and tear, especially around the corners where the piping was worn through, the handles were damaged and the leather looking worn and faded.
Our leather specialist Gideon recrafted new handles, and to complete the restoration, Jenny, performed a restorative clean and a colour retouch, matching the original colour of the bag.
This restoration showcases how incredible our leather specialists are; the bag has been restored to a like-new condition, ready for many more years of use.
#chanelbagrepair #bagrestoration #designerbagrepair #handbagrepair #Bagsrepair
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Yves Saint Laurent Frayed Handles
We received this beautiful YSL black bag that showed signs of wear and tear, especially on the handles, where the leather was damaged and worn.
Gideon recrafted new handles, and Jenny completed the restoration by performing a restorative clean and a colour retouch, matching the original tone of the bag.
#yslbags #saintlaurentbag #leatherrestoration #bagrestoration #leatherbagrepair #designerbagrepair
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Louis Vuitton sneakers restoration.
We received a pair of Louis Vuitton sneakers showing signs of wear and tear from everyday use.
Our leather specialist, Jenny, performed a restorative clean and finalized it with a color retouch, matching the original color and bringing the sneakers to a like-new condition.
#designershoerepair #louisvuittonshoerepair #louisvuitton #sneakerepair
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Silver Prada fabric handbag restoration
We received this beautiful Prada bag, which presented with discoloration throughout the fabric, including some patches with stains.
We performed a restorative cleaning followed by a color retouch to match the original shade of the bag.
The work involved removing stains and discoloration from the fabric while preserving its original look.
#pradabagrepair #handbagrepair #designerbagrepair #bagrepair
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Loake Shoes Resole & Restoration
Customer brought to us these beautiful Loake shoes to be restored. Our craftsman Luke did a fantastic job, he resoled, redyed and refinished the shoes, adding Lulu plates.
Lulu plates are imported from the UK and are arch-shaped pieces of metal which prevent the leather toes from wearing out, it is a popular option for men’s shoes.
#menshoerepairs #shoerepair #resole #loakeshoerepair
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Valentino Heel Restoration
The customer had scratched her Valentino Garvani leather heelpieces. We took apart / unscrewed the heels and re-covered them with a matching black patent leather.
#designershoerepair #shoerepair #valentinoshoerepair #valeninoshoerestoration
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