Resoling, heel & sole repair
Shoe resoling, sole replacement, sole change and heel repair for worn-out soles and heels — including heel tip replacement, boot repair and sneaker sole replacement, with new insoles matched to the shoe and your budget.
De Leather Craft · Speciality Care
Shoe Repair, Cleaning & Restoration
Professional shoe repair, resoling, cleaning and restoration for leather shoes, boots and sneakers — with free, insured doorstep pickup across India.
What we do
Shoe repair & restoration is a core craft at De Leather Craft. We resole and re-heel worn shoes, deep-clean and re-polish the leather, repair stitching and hardware, and restore faded colour — so your shoes, boots and sneakers look sharp, fit right, and are ready to wear again. Our shoe repair services cover the full range of footwear care — from resoling and heel tip replacement to deep cleaning, colour restoration and full restoration service — handled by a team with the craftsmanship and expertise to do it properly. That includes women’s footwear too: heels, stilettos, sandals, loafers, ballet flats and designer pairs, where worn heel tips, snapped straps, scuffed toes and faded colour are restored with the same care.
Deep cleaning & dry cleaning
Professional shoe cleaning, shoe laundry and dry cleaning that lift deep-seated dirt, stains and odour from leather, suede and nubuck — followed by stain removal and premium leather conditioning so the leather is nourished and crack-free.
Colour restoration & scuff repair
Leather shoe polish, scuff and scratch repair and colour-matched re-dyeing remove marks and revive faded, discoloured shoes back to an even, original finish.
Stitching, lining & hardware
Shoe stitch repair, lining replacement and hardware restoration for frayed seams, worn linings and tarnished buckles, zips and eyelets — so the shoe holds up and works properly.
Heels, sandals & women’s footwear
Ladies’ shoe repair for heels, stilettos, sandals, loafers and ballet flats — heel tip replacement, worn-heel and broken-strap repair, re-stitching, scuff and colour restoration, and lift replacement on high heels, so a favourite or designer pair walks straight again.
Cobbler care for every shoe & sneaker
From leather brogues, boots and loafers to suede shoes and designer sneakers, our cobbler workshop and shoe care service handle luxury and everyday footwear — with free insured doorstep pickup across India.
Why De Leather Craft
Why choose our shoe repair & restoration
Shoe repair is part craft, part care — and the difference shows in how long the shoe lasts afterwards. De Leather Craft brings more than 40 years of leather knowledge and craftsmanship to every pair, from resoling and heel work to colour restoration, leather cleaning, suede care and structural stitching that a quick-fix cobbler stall can’t match.
We inspect the construction, sole type, leather and damage before any work begins — because welted, cemented and moulded soles, and smooth leather, suede and nubuck uppers, each need different methods, adhesives, dyes and finishing. We test cleaners and pigments on a discreet area first, then clean, repair the structure, and restore colour and finish in controlled steps with the utmost care.
Clients trust us for honest assessment, leather-safe products and dependable turnaround — a trusted, professional shoe repair and restoration service that respects the original shoe. We stand behind our workmanship and check every pair for quality before it goes back.
Book a pickupCommon issues
Signs your shoe needs repair.
The soles or heels are worn through
Resoling, sole replacement, sole change and heel repair are needed when soles wear thin, heels grind down at an angle, or sneaker midsoles flatten — left too long, the upper and welt start to take the damage too.
The leather looks scuffed, faded or discoloured
Colour restoration, leather shoe polish and scuff repair revive rubbed toes, scraped heels and sun-faded panels — refinished in thin, colour-matched layers for an even tone.
The stitching is fraying or the upper is splitting
Shoe stitch repair handles loose, frayed or burst seams at the vamp, quarter and sole edge before a small opening spreads and the upper separates from the sole.
They smell, stain or won’t come clean at home
Shoe cleaning, stain removal and dry cleaning lift sweat odour, salt marks, mud and set-in stains from leather, suede and nubuck — suede is time-sensitive, as dirt embeds into the nap and darkens it.
The lining or hardware is worn or broken
Lining replacement and hardware restoration deal with torn heel linings, worn footbeds and insoles, and tarnished or broken buckles, zips and eyelets — restoring comfort, fit and a clean finish.
Recognise any of these?
Send a photo on WhatsApp and we’ll tell you what’s fixable — with a rough quote within the hour.
Get a free quoteReal results
Before & after.
A selection of shoes, boots and sneakers we’ve repaired, resoled, cleaned and restored — every pair returned ready to wear again.
The craft
Our restoration process.
Schedule a pickup
Book online or message us on WhatsApp and we schedule a free insured doorstep pickup at a time that suits you — no need to find a store or cobbler near you.
Inspect & quote
We identify the shoe construction, sole type, leather and damage — checking soles, heels, stitching, lining, upper, hardware and colour loss — then confirm the scope and quote.
Clean & prepare
We clean the upper and sole, lift dirt, stains and odour with material-specific agents, and prepare the surface — using gentler methods for suede, nubuck and delicate designer shoes.
Repair the structure
We resole and re-heel where needed, replace worn insoles, re-stitch loose seams, repair or replace lining, and secure or swap hardware — rebuilding the shoe so it holds up.
Restore colour & finish
We match and re-dye faded or scuffed leather in thin layers, seal the finish, then condition and polish to bring back suppleness and an even, natural sheen.
Final check & return
We inspect the finished pair, confirm fit, function and finish, then pack the shoes and arrange safe return delivery.
Expertise
Brands & materials we work with
We repair and restore shoes, boots and sneakers from luxury houses and high-street labels alike, and choose professional products and components proven for leather and suede cleaning, recolouring, resoling and finish work. We always test on a discreet area first — dyed finishes, suede and vintage shoes react differently to moisture, solvents and pigment.
Materials & components: Vibram · Saphir · Tarrago · Angelus · Fiebing’s · TRG The One · YKK · Coats
Restoration, in motion
Watch us restore shoes & heels
Real footwear brought back to life at our atelier — hands, not promises.
Client journals
What our clients say.
★★★★★
My favourite boots were worn down to the welt. They resoled and re-heeled them and restored the leather — they fit and look better than when I bought them.
Karan MehtaLeather boots · resoling★★★★★
The scuffed toes and faded colour on my heels were fixed perfectly — colour-matched so well I genuinely can’t tell where the damage was.
Priya NairDesigner heels · colour restoration★★★★★
Sent in a grimy pair of white sneakers expecting little. They came back spotless with the soles whitened — fast, insured pickup and great customer service.
Sahil AroraSneakers · deep clean & restoreAtelier knowledge
Common questions.
What does shoe repair & restoration cover?
It covers resoling and sole replacement, heel repair and heel tip replacement, deep cleaning and dry cleaning, scuff and scratch repair, colour restoration and re-dyeing, stitch repair, lining replacement, hardware restoration and conditioning for leather shoes, boots and sneakers.
Do you offer resoling and sole replacement?
Yes. We assess the sole and heel condition and either repair or replace them with matched components — including sole change, sneaker sole replacement and new insoles suited to the shoe and your budget.
Can you clean and restore suede and nubuck shoes?
Yes. Suede and nubuck need different cleaning and finishing methods from smooth leather, so we assess the nap, staining and wear and use gentler, material-specific treatment.
Why choose a professional cobbler over a local stall?
A leather workshop understands shoe construction, sole types, stitch tension, dye matching and suede handling — reducing the risk of poor adhesion, colour mismatch or weak repairs that a quick roadside fix can leave behind.
Do you repair women’s heels, stilettos and sandals?
Yes. Ladies’ shoe repair is part of our footwear service — we replace worn heel tips and lifts, repair broken or stretched straps, re-stitch seams, fix scuffs and restore faded colour on heels, stilettos, sandals, loafers and flats, including designer pairs.
Can you replace worn heel tips and lifts on high heels?
Yes. Heel tip replacement is one of our most common repairs — we fit colour- and size-matched tips and rebuild worn heel lifts so the heel sits level, grips properly and stops the exposed pin from damaging the shoe.
Can you repair luxury shoes and designer sneakers?
Yes. We regularly repair and restore footwear from leading brands such as Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Prada, Balenciaga and Jordan, with care for brand-specific materials and finishes.
Does shoe repair near me include pickup in major Indian cities?
Yes. De Leather Craft offers free insured doorstep pickup across India, including Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Pune, Kolkata and Hyderabad.
Free, insured doorstep pickup
Send us a photo. We’ll do the rest.
Get a rough estimate within the hour — contact our team or message us on WhatsApp for express service and a free doorstep pickup and drop. We provide complete shoe repair, cleaning and restoration with the quality, craftsmanship and customer service our customers trust.