Leather Toe Pieces
Leather Toe Pieces
For Repairing the Toe-portions of Leather Soles
The front-portions of leather soles are highly prone to wear. Leather toe pieces are often used as an alternative to protective soles to restore the worn areas. A section of leather is measured and handcrafted to fit the toe-portions of the soles. The leather is lightly sanded, an adhesive is applied and the new toe shaped leather pieces are attached. The soles are then smoothed and professionally finished with an edge dressing.
Designer Sole Protectors
Designer Sole Protectors
For Sole Preservation, Watertightness and Slip Resistance
Protective soles are rubber layers affixed to the front-half of leather soles. The purpose of the rubber is to provide slip resistance, watertightness and preserve the leather. A suitable style of colour-matched thin Vibram rubber is selected and handcrafted to the profile of the leather soles. The leather is lightly sanded, an adhesive is applied and the rubber is attached. The soles are then smoothed, and professionally finished with an edge dressing. If the soles have been worn in, they need to be built up with leather before protective soles can be applied. Note - Protective soles can also be applied as a cost-effective leather sole repair option as opposed to replacing the full soles.
Leather Sole Repair / Replacement
Leather Sole Repair / Replacement
Half or Full Leather Resoling
Refers to shoes made with leather soles. A service is available to replace the soles with new half or full leather soles. A section of thin profile Italian leather is selected and handcrafted to match the profile of the original leather soles. An adhesive is applied and the new leather soles are attached to the uppers. The soles are then smoothed, waxed and professionally finished with an edge dressing.
Heel Tip Repair / Replacement
Heel Tip Repair / Replacement
For Worn Heel Tips
The rubber tips attached to the ends of the heelpieces. When the tips show signs of wear, the rubber needs to be replaced. New rubber tips are selected to match the heelpieces. The tips are attached, smoothed and the heelpieces are professionally finished with a renovator to tidy up any scuffs, marks or imperfections.
Heel Reinforce
Heel Reinforce
For Loose or Unstable Heels
Heels that show signs of instability or wobbliness need to be reattached. The unstable heel is temporarily removed. The base of the shoe is lightly sanded and an adhesive or additional reinforcement is applied. The heel is realigned for balance and attached back to the upper.
Heelpiece Re-covering / 'Wrapping'
Heelpiece Re-covering / 'Wrapping'
For Scuffs, Mark and Tears
The leather that covers the heelpieces is prone to scuffs, marks and tears and may require replacement. Worn heelpiece coverings can be recrafted from matching leather and used to 're-wrap' the heels. The new leather coverings can then be redyed or recoloured to match the originals.
Heelpiece Repair / Replacement
Heelpiece Repair / Replacement
For Cracked, Broken or Damaged Heelpieces
Heelpieces are commonly made of plastic that is covered with leather. Cracked, broken or damaged heelpieces can be replaced with a matching style of heel and re-covered with leather. The leather is then recoloured with custom matched dye to replicate the original heelpieces.
Strap Repair / Replacement
Strap Repair / Replacement
For Worn or Damaged Straps
Straps are the elongated free-hanging strips of leather attached to the shoes. Worn or damaged straps can either be reinforced and strengthened with a supporting layer of leather or completely replaced. If a replacement strap is indicated, a new strap can be recrafted from a matching section of leather and redyed to replicate the original.
Insoles Repair / Replacement
Insoles Repair / Replacement
For Worn or Deteriorated Insoles
The leather inserts attached to the base of shoes. Worn or deteriorated insoles can be recrafted from a matching section of leather and redyed to replicate the originals. A layer of foam padding is also added to the insoles for comfort and support.
Elastics Repair / Replacement
Elastics Repair / Replacement
For Worn, Stretched or Damaged Elastics
Types of elastics include straps, leather covered or slingback elastics and the elastics used for boot gussets. Worn, stretched or damaged elastics can be recrafted from matching material before being refitted to the shoes or boots.
Lining Repair / Replacement
Lining Repair / Replacement
For Worn or Deteriorated Linings
The lining is the layer of leather that spans the inside of shoes. Worn, damaged or deteriorated linings can be relined with matching leather or material.
Shoe Alterations
Shoe Alterations
Stretching or Custom Resizing
Leather is a flexible material and can often be stretched or altered by hand. Mechanised equipment is used to stretch the width of shoes up to half a size larger. Alternatively, shoes or boots can be altered by hand to achieve a custom size. This may involve "letting out" the shoe from the upper or custom crafting thicker insoles for a tighter fit.
Strap Alteration
Strap Alteration
Strap Shortening and Lengthening
The strap is altered to achieve a custom length. A measurement is taken to determine the ideal length of the strap. Excess leather can either be taken away or the strap can be lengthened with matching leather.
Shoe Covering
Shoe Covering
Covering Shoes with Material or Satin
A service for changing the appearance of the shoes through covering with material. Ideally for special occasions, to match clothing or accessories. A section of material is selected that matches the desired look. The material is measured and handcrafted to the dimensions of the shoes. The shoes are disassembled and the material is attached to the shoes by hand. The amount of material required for this service is approximately half a metre.
Polish & Shine
Polish & Shine
A Traditional Polish
A general clean, nourish and thorough polishing up for leather shoes. The shoes are cleaned of grime before colour-matched Saphir Medaille D'or polish and wax are applied to buff out minor scuffs, scratches and imperfections. An all purpose conditioner is used to restore essential oils and nutrients.
Stitching
Stitching
With Machine or by Hand
Various techniques are used for stitching loose seams within leather. These include machine stitching, hand stitching and stitching from inside the leather. Our industrial-grade stitching machines are used for straight seams. Hand stitching is often used for thicker leathers. Stitching from the inside the leather may be required for certain finishes. Our wide selection of threads allows for custom matching of thickness and colour.
Patch / Reinforce
Patch / Reinforce
For General Wear and Tear
A layer of supporting leather is used to to reinforce any holes between the soles and uppers or tears in the shoes. The new layer of leather is used to reinforce and strengthen the area from an unexposed side.
Zip Replacement
Zip Replacement
For Faulty or Broken Zippers
Replacing the zip provides the most effective solution to any zip-related issues. A new zip is selected that matches the profile of the original and fitted from the inside of the shoe or boot. Providing the slider is not damaged, it can be inserted onto the new zip track. Note - The original zip can sometimes be repaired rather than replaced.
Hardware Repair / Replacement
Hardware Repair / Replacement
For Faulty, Damaged or Lost Hardware.
New hardware is selected to match the design of the shoes or boots. Examples may include eyelets, buckles and studs. It is important to note that some hardware is proprietor of certain brands, in such cases our craftsmen can replace the hardware with something of similar aesthetics and quality. Note - The original hardware can sometimes be repaired or re-annodised (recoated with metal) rather than replaced.
General Repairs
General Repairs
Reglueing, Fixes, Metalwork...
Our craftsmen attend to a variety of repairs and fixes that do not fit neatly into other categories. Examples may include reattaching hardware, fixing zips, locks and small pins, runners and reglueing soles, resticking fur or material with specialised adhesives.
Waterproofing
Waterproofing
For Water Protection & Stain Resistance
Professional water protection and stain resistance for suede and leather shoes. Leather is a highly absorbent material and should ideally be waterproofed every 6 months. We only apply high quality silicon-free waterproofing agents that do not change the colour or complexion of the leather while strengthening the fibres and creating a water protective barrier.
Shoe Cleaning & Restoration
Shoe Cleaning & Restoration
For Grime, Marks & Stains
Dirty, scuffed or stained leather shoes are disinfected, deep cleaned, conditioned. and waterproofed for protection. This involves removing any marks or stains on the leather with extractive techniques before restoring the surface or nap with cleaning and conditioning agents. If there is discolouration to the leather, a refinishing or dyeing procedure might be indicated. Note - We clean and restore oil stains, grease, watermarks, denim, ink, pen, dye, grime, dirt, scuffs, scratches, stickiness, alcohol and dry or brittle leather for suede, nubuck, patent and exotic leathers.
Shoe Refinishing & Dyeing
Shoe Refinishing & Dyeing
For Restoring or Recolouring
Redyeing is a service for discolouration, deep stains, scratches or changing the colour of leather shoes. The dye is custom-matched and the finish reapplied before the leather is nourished and waterproofed to prevent colour migration. Our dyes are applied by hand for a natural and refined finish to the leather that preserves the original character of the shoes.
Our Price List
We specialise in all types of shoe repairs, alterations, cleaning and restorative work. We offer unparalleled workmanship, quality materials and personalised service at great value.
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Brands We Service
Luxury & Designer Shoes
Ferragamo
Louboutin
Balenciaga
Louis Vuitton
Chanel
Christian Dior
Gucci
Yves Saint Laurent
Alexander McQueen
Burberry
Cartier
Givenchy
Prada
Jimmy Choo
Bally
Oroton
Dolce and Gabbana
Valentino
Celine
Miu Miu
Marc Jacobs
Bottega Veneta
Kate Spade
Manolo Blahnik
Giuseppe Zanotti
Stuart Weitzman
Brands who use Evans
Designer Shoe Repairs, Cleaning & Restoration in Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Canberra, Brisbane, Darwin, Perth and Hobart.
We offer an on-demand pick up & delivery service for the Melbourne CBD and select inner Melbourne suburbs.
Abbotsford, 3067
Albert Park, 3206
Brunswick East, 3057
Carlton, 3053
Carlton North, 3054
Collingwood, 3066
Cremorne, 3121
Docklands, 3008
East Melbourne, 3002
Fitzroy, 3065
Fitzroy North, 3068
Melbourne, 3000
Melbourne, 3004
Middle Park, 3206
North Melbourne, 3051
Northcote, 3070
Parkville, 3052
Port Melbourne, 3207
Prahan, 3181
Richmond, 3121
Southbank, 3006
South Melbourne, 3205
South Yarra, 3141
St Kilda, 3182
Toorak, 3142
Windsor, 3181
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