Shoe & bag repair

Shoe and bag repair in Australia: prices, quotes and what to send

Updated 31 October 2026

Shoe and bag repairs in Australia cost from about A$45 for a small bag or purse, and from about A$120 a pair for full recolouring of designer shoes. A men's shoe with a topy and heel repair starts near A$55, and Vibram full unit soles are about A$85. The quickest way to get quotes for your item is a request on BlaBlaPrice, with photos if you have them.

Prices and quotes

Quotes are often finalised only after the repairer has inspected the item, so ask whether the quote is fixed before work starts. Ask too whether it covers materials, because a new zip or a stitched strap can add to the first estimate. Compare the quote with the cost of a replacement, since an old bag or a cheap pair of shoes can cost more to repair than to replace.

Post or in person

Some repairers take items by post and cover shipping both ways, which suits people outside the big cities. Others prefer a visit to the workshop, so check how the item will reach them. Pack a bag so that the hardware is protected, and photograph any stains or damage before you send it.

Season and materials

Summer runs from December to February, when sandals and light shoes get the most wear, and winter from June to August is when boots and closed shoes are worn most. Tell the repairer the material, whether leather, suede, canvas or synthetic, because the repair and price change with it. Give bag dimensions and strap or zip lengths in centimetres.

What to put in your request

Name the item (shoe, boot, handbag or wallet), the brand if you know it, and the repair needed, such as a heel, sole, zip, strap or recolouring. Say how many items you have, your deadline and your city. The more detail and photos you add, the fewer questions the repairers will need to ask back.

BlaBlaPrice is free for buyers. Describe the item in your own words in the chat and attach a photo. The AI asks for missing details and looks through Australian repairers' websites and price lists, then shows the prices and businesses it found. Registered repairers reply in the chat with their own quote, turnaround and delivery terms, and your contact details stay hidden until you choose to share them. For related services, see dry cleaning and laundry or tailoring and clothing repair.