Do Shoe Repairers Fix Handbags?

 
A question we’re often asked by our clients is whether shoe repairers or cobblers fix handbags. A follow up question is where the best place is to take your handbag to be restored or repaired and what type of costs to expect for handbag reservicing.

 

While most cobblers provide a variety of leather-related services including handbag repairs, the scope of their work will usually be limited. Most shoe repairers will only offer basic repairs such as stitching, zip or hardware fixes, patching and reglueing.

Shoe repair shops are often busy, single man operated businesses that generate most of their revenue from fixing shoes. Handbags are more time intensive, specialised repairs that require materials, leathers or hardware unlikely to be found in most of these businesses

In addition, most shoe repairers will not have the expertise or experience to repair handbags, particularly when it comes to cleaning, recolouring or redyeing leather. Thus you may have to compromise on the quality and aesthetics of a repair if you entrust your bag to a cobbler

For owners of expensive or designer leather handbags this poses a problem. While there are businesses that specialise in cleaning handbags and even online cobblers who do handbag repairs, choosing a reputable company can still be difficult.

As an established leather restoration businesses that specialises in handbag repair and restorative treatment for luxury brands and discerning clients, we realise the importance of transparent in pricing and quality of workmanship

If you have a handbag requiring a repair or restoration, our handbag services page provides a great overview of the types of jobs possible and costs associated with each of our services.

 

Our Handbag Services

Service Detail & Pricing

 
For a more comprehensive overview of our handbag repair, cleaning and restorative services including costs please refer to our handbag repairs page.

Placing an Order

 
We accept orders by drop off at our heritage workshop in Melbourne. We also offer a Postal Service Australia wide servicing areas such as Sydney, Brisbane, Darwin, Hobart, Canberra, Perth and Adelaide.

Our Heritage Workshop

 
Established for over 60 years our three-level heritage workshop and shopfront is located at Shop 50, Royal Arcade, 150 Elizabeth Street Melbourne, 3000.
 

Get in Touch

With an established reputation for over 60 years and trusted by designers, fashionistas and luxury brands, we offer an unparalleled service for your leather goods. Contact one of our shop assistants today for a quote.

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