Repairing a pair of old shoes can be a lot cheaper than buying a brand new pair—whether you wore them out or not. If you’re not sure if a pair is worth repairing, just follow this cobbler’s simple ...

As products have gotten less expensive and more disposable, many traditional repair industries have withered away. Against all odds, shoe repair has retained a tenuous foothold. More than 50 ...

In spite of our best efforts, ours is still in many ways a “throw away” society. But there are exceptions, such as a favorite pair of shoes that fit like a glove. When those favorite boots, shoes or ...

Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. Many think that a pair of trainers equals comfort, but it’s not necessarily so. After wearing Nike Air Force 1 ...

You are able to gift 5 more articles this month. Anyone can access the link you share with no account required. Learn more. DEAR SUN SPOTS: I’m hoping you and your readers can help me locate a leather ...

You can extend the life of your favorite leather boots or oxfords by years with five minutes and basic shoeshine know-how. So we talked to a Hollywood cobbler to the stars, Pasquale Fabrizio, and ...

The footwear industry has seen several design and manufacturing changes over the past half-century, and the shoe repair business has had to adapt. Observing the evolution in Little Rock is Wilson ...

People treat their luxury shoes in one of two ways: either they guard it carefully and save it for the perfect occasion or they wear it day and night. Regardless, there comes a time when the best pair ...