Many people, especially the citizens of the fast-paced Los Angeles, overlook the fact that shoes that are worn out or don't fit right may be easily altered by the right people at a shoe repair shop. In our consumer-oriented world, especially in a recession, it makes more sense to repair an old shoe to look brand new than to spend much more money on a new pair. It is also an excellent idea to repair vintage shoes, as vintage clothing is a staple of any truly fashionable wardrobe. In LA, these shops will help you with your shoe repair needs, at a fraction of the cost of a brand new shoe collection.
Victor's Shoe Repair is located on 3810 W Verdugo Avenue in Burbank, California in Los Angeles. It has a five-star rating on Yelp, and can be used for all your leather needs, not just strictly for shoe repair. The process is simple: talk to a "cobbler" at Victor's Shoe Repair and discuss the options you have to complete the repair process, whether it's for a flaw in a vintage shoe, a size repair in a new pair of shoes, or even a strap on a designer purse. You leave the item there and wait for the shop to call you back, at which point all you have to do is pick up your finished product.
Compared to other shoe repair locations in LA, the prices are incredibly affordable, and the workers are open to suggestions and collaboration, and will work hard to make sure you're satisfied with the finished product. Victor's Shoe Repair makes customer service their number one priority, especially since it caters to a group of fashion-forward patrons who wish only the best for their hard-earned leather products, which should last lifetimes with good care. You'll find that good care here. The hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 6:30 pm, and Saturday from 9 am to 5:30 am. They accept all major credit cards.
Miracle Instant Shoe Repair is located on 324 Culver Blvd in Playa del Rey, California in Los Angeles. It also has a five star rating on Yelp, and their website is linked below. The workers are fantastic, and every product you take home with you will be weather-proofed, color matched, and brushed up per your requests. They also tend to caution you on prices, so you are not blindsided at pick-up at higher prices than you expected. They tend to keep prices low in general, so this should not be an issue.
The owner, Ray, offers unparalleled customer service, whether it's fixing a boot's shaft width or the strap of a leather purse, or adding rubber to the tip of a heel to deaden the noise. Miracle Instant Shoe Repair is open Monday through Friday from 9 am to 7 pm, and on Saturdays from 9 am to 5 pm. They accept all major credit cards, and are wheelchair accessible. Check out their website for interesting and informative before and after images of some of their work.
Village Cobbler is located at 3345 S Hoover Street in South Los Angeles, California, in LA. This shop enjoys an old-fashioned storefront and a five star rating on Yelp. They offer quality, fast service and is located just a stone's throw away from USC, in the University Village Shopping Center. The owner, Sean, is friendly and professional, and offers the standard shoe repair services with a smile. Take your old and worn out shoes, broken purses, and abused wallets here for a repair, a scuff, and a clean, and you're sure to be satisfied.
The people at Village Cobbler take real pride in their work, and it really shows through. On their Yelp featured site, you can view some photos of their amazing work up close, and rest assured that the quality of your product will be drastically improved after a visit to the Village Cobbler. They are incredibly affordable, making sure that you get the most quality work for the least money. Your shoes and leather goods are sure to look brand new. They also offer custom-made belts and bags for men and women.
Call them at (213) 747 7611. Their store hours are Monday through Friday from 9 am to 7 pm, and Saturdays from 10 am to 6 pm. They are also incredibly affordable, making sure that you get the most quality work for the least money. Your shoes and leather goods are sure to look brand new. The Village Cobbler is wheelchair accessible and also accepts all major credit cards.