Shoe Toe Taps & Metal Plates

We can assess worn soles as well as new shoes. Where wear is localised, we offer leather toe pieces to rebuild the front of the sole, which may avoid a full resole. We need to check the remaining leather and extent of wear before recommending repairs and toe plate fitting.

Our Lulu plates are French steel and arch-shaped. Triumph plates are brass; we custom-cut and shape them to follow the contours of your soles. Both options sit flush with the existing leather rather than forming an extra layer over the sole.

We take back a small amount of leather at the toe to create a recess, then secure the plate with screws sunk into the leather. This allows the plate to sit level with the existing sole, unlike a plate fitted over its surface. We assess the sole construction before fitting.

Send clear photos of your soles and toe edges for a quote. Our Lulu and Triumph fitting services are quoted as a pair. We assess the plate option and whether worn leather needs repair, so the quote can account for the work your shoes require.

Yes. You can post your shoes from anywhere in Australia through our online repair service, or visit our Melbourne workshop for a consultation. Send photos to our team first so we can discuss suitability and help organise your repair.