Welcome to the Formby Shoe Repairs gallery! See before-and-after photos of shoe repairs, walking boot and Vibram repairs, along with leather sole replacemants and much more!
Welcome to the Formby Shoe Repairs gallery! See before-and-after photos of shoe repairs, walking boot and Vibram repairs, along with leather sole replacemants and much more!












Before & After This was a really interesting repair on a very expensive pair of Church’s men’s shoes that the customer purchased second-hand.The original footbed had moulded heavily to the previous owner’s feet, so the customer wanted them stripped down and restored so he could wear them comfortably himself.To bring these back to life, I:Stripped the shoes down and removed the existing cork.Steamed the footbed to flatten and reshape it back towards its original form.Fitted new cork to rebuild the footbed.Added a 1.5mm leather midsole for additional strength and durability.Fitted Vibram Eton soles, which are a significant upgrade over the original soles, providing improved durability and hard-wearing performance.Carefully stitched the new soles, managing to stitch through the original manufacturer’s stitching holes.The Vibram Eton sole not only gives these shoes a fresh new look, but also provides a much more durable sole for everyday wear, making this a real upgrade rather than simply a replacement.#ChurchsShoes #Churchs #ShoeRepair #ShoeRestoration #ShoeRepairs #ShoeRepairSpecialist #Vibram #VibramEton #SoleReplacement #SoleRepair #LeatherShoes #MensShoes #LuxuryShoes #ShoeCare #ShoeRestoration #Handcrafted #QualityRepairs #FootwearRepair #Formby #FormbyShoeRepairs #Liverpool #Merseyside ...
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Ladies Zamberlan walking boots brought back to life with a full resole using a Vibram Sniper sole unit.We also gave the leather a touch of mid-brown shoe cream to nourish the leather and help restore some of its original colour and finish. A great way to give a well loved pair of walking boots a new lease of life.Vibram Sniper sole unit is a hard-wearing walking and hiking sole unit, designed to provide excellent durability and reliable grip across a variety of outdoor surfaces. It’s a great choice for walking boots that need a tough, dependable sole for regular use on trails and uneven ground. ...
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Men’s Jeffery West Shoes resoled 👞Jeffery West been restored with Wares Executive half leather soles and Wares Executive dovetail leather heels.#JefferyWest #ShoeRepair #LeatherSoles #DovetailHeels #WaresExecutive #TraditionalCraftsmanship #BeforeAndAfter #FormbyShoeRepairs ...
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Before & After – Men’s Lowa Walking Boots These walking boots have been given a new lease of life with a full resole using a Vibram Sniper sole unit.The original soles were worn and the base had just started to degrade. Ready for many more years of reliable use.Vibram Sniper sole unit provides outstanding grip, durability, and stability across a wide range of terrain, making it an excellent upgrade for serious walking and hiking.To complete the restoration, the boots were steam cleaned, removing dirt and grime, before the leather was treated and nourished to restore colour and help keep it protected.#Lowa #LowaBoots #WalkingBootRepair #WalkingBootResole #Vibram #VibramSniper #BootRepair #ShoeRepair #HikingBoots #OutdoorGear #Resole #Cobbler #FormbyShoeRepairs #SustainableFashion #RepairDontReplace ...
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Before & After – Ladies Birkenstock Sandals Well loved Birkenstocks have been given a new lease of life with a full resole using Vibram Woodstock sole.The cork footbeds and uppers still had plenty of life left in them. By fitting Vibram Woodstock soles, they’ve gained outstanding durability, excellent grip, and are ready for many more years of comfortable wear.#Birkenstock #BirkenstockRepair #Vibram #VibramWoodstock #ShoeRepair #SandalRepair #Resole #FootwearRepair #Cobbler #BeforeAndAfter #FormbyShoeRepairs #RepairDontReplace #SustainableFashion #MadeToLast ...
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Before & After – Men’s Columbia Walking Boots 🥾These Columbia walking boots arrived in a very poor condition, with the original soles crumbling and falling apart beyond repair.They’ve now been fully restored with Vibram Porto Cup Sole Unit and a soft polyurethane (PU) midsole, providing improved comfort, durability, and grip.#BeforeAndAfter #Columbia #ColumbiaBoots #WalkingBoots #HikingBoots #BootRepair #ShoeRepair #WalkingBootRepair #BootResole #Resoled #Vibram #VibramSoles #VibramPorto #OutdoorGear #HikingLife #SustainableFashion #RepairDontReplace #QualityCraftsmanship #FormbyShoeRepairs #MadeToLast ...
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Before & After – Men’s Rick Owens Trainers 👟Have been given a new lease of life with Vibram Safe Walking soles, restoring both their durability and grip.The original soles had worn through, which is a common issue due to the soft compound used by the manufacturer. Vibram provides significantly improved durability while maintaining excellent flexibility, grip, and comfort.Ready for many more miles.#RickOwens #Vibram #TrainerRepair #TrainerResole #ShoeRepair #FormbyShoeRepairs #BeforeAndAfter #SustainableFashion #FootwearRepair ...
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Men’s Ben Sherman shoes have been given a new lease of life with a pair of genuine Loake tan sole units. Unfortunately, I forgot to take a before photo.Finding the right sole for this repair wasn’t easy. It took a lot to source a sole that matched the style, shape, and profile of the original shoe but it was worth the effort.I always aim to find the best possible solution rather than settling for a compromise. Sometimes the right repair takes a little longer.#FormbyShoeRepairs #BenSherman #ShoeRepair #ShoeResole #Resoling #MensShoes #SuedeShoes #Cobbler #TraditionalCraftsmanship #RepairDontReplace #SustainableFashion #QualityRepairs #BritishFootwear #FootwearRepair #LeatherCraft #MadeToLast #BeforeAndAfter #SupportLocalBusiness ...
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Before & After – Men’s Meindl Walking BootsThese Meindl walking boots came in with the original sole badly degraded and crumbling. Unfortunately, once this happens, the only reliable solution is a complete sole replacement.We fitted an upgraded Vibram Sniper sole unit with a soft polyurethane midsole, providing excellent comfort, grip, and durability. This upgraded sole unit won’t suffer from the same degradation issues, giving these boots a new lease of life and many more miles on the trails.#Meindl #Vibram #VibramSniper #WalkingBootRepair #BootResole #BeforeAndAfter #FormbyShoeRepairs ...
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Ladies’ Valentino shoes brought back to life using Vibram Easyway soles.Vibram Easyway is an ultra-thin 1mm hard-wearing rubber sole that offers excellent protection without changing the elegant look or feel of luxury footwear. It provides added grip, helps prevent premature wear to the original leather sole, and significantly extends the life of your shoes while maintaining their slim profile.A discreet upgrade that keeps designer shoes looking their best for years to come.#Valentino #ShoeRepair #Vibram #LuxuryShoes #Resole #ShoeCare #Footwear #BeforeAndAfter ...
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Three pairs of men’s Meindl walking boots recently given a new lease of life with premium Vibram Sniper sole units fitted. Built for durability, grip, comfort, ready to head back out on the trails again.Rather than replacing quality boots, a resole can add years of extra wear while keeping the comfort of your trusted pair.Get in touch for all walking boot repairs and resoling.#Meindl #Vibram #VibramSoles #WalkingBootRepair #BootResole #ShoeRepair #OutdoorBoots #HikingBoots #WalkingBoots #Formby #Liverpool #Cobbler #BeforeAndAfter ...
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Before & After – Scarpa Walking Boot Restored.These men’s Scarpa walking boots recently came in for a complete refurbishment. I began with a full steam clean to remove years of built-up polish, dirt, and surface residue, restoring the leather back to a clean natural finish.A new protective toe rand was then fitted to maintain the original design and improve durability. Then a premium Vibram® Sniper sole unit was installed to restore durability and grip.To finish the job, the leather was treated and conditioned to help protect the boots and bring the leather back to life.#Scarpa #WalkingBootRepair #Vibram #VibramSoles #BootRepair #ShoeRepair #HikingBoots #OutdoorGear #WalkingBootRestoration #LeatherCare #BootRestoration #FormbyShoeRepairs #Resole #BeforeAndAfter ...
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Men’s Barker shoes brought back to life with a full leather sole replacement using premium Wares Executive Leather soling.Crafted for durability, comfort, and that classic high-end finish—these are now ready for many more miles in style.Quality materials. Expert workmanship. Built to last. ...
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Before & after These men’s Salomon walking boots have been brought back to life with a full resole using a premium Sorapiss Vibram® sole unit.The Vibram® Sorapiss is a specialized outsole designed for hiking and mountaineering, featuring a large contact area for superior grip on rock and an asymmetrical heel for natural rolling (Touch Down). It typically uses the Vibram® XS TREK compound, balancing traction and durability for trekkingGot a pair that needs a new lease of life? Get in touch!#BeforeAndAfter #BootRepair #Vibram #WalkingBoots #ShoeRepair #OutdoorGear #Resole #Salomon ...
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Before & after ladies Louboutins.Resoled with a Casali red mirror sole, keeping that iconic red look while adding extra durability and grip for everyday wear. The perfect way to protect your designer heels and keep them looking flawless for longer.#Louboutin #ShoeRepair #DesignerShoeRepair #BeforeAndAfter #Resole #LuxuryShoeCare #RedSoles #ShoeRestoration #Formby #LocalBusiness ...
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Big thank you to Directory59 for supporting small local businesses 👍👀 From worn… to ready again@Formby Shoe Repairs have the answer This advert for Formby Shoe Repairs highlights how boots can be restored with the right care and craftsmanship.✔️ Quality materials✔️ Skilled workmanship✔️ Built for many more adventures📬 Directory A59 is landing on doorsteps locally now. ...
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Before & After 👞🥾Men’s Scarpa walking boots fully resoled with a Vibram Bristol sole unit** 🔥**Sole Details:• Vibram Bristol outsole – optimal balance of traction and durability• Deep, multi-directional lug pattern for maximum grip• Responsive on unpredictable terrain• Lightweight PU midsole – engineered for stability and all-day comfort• Built to prevent midsole crumbling and long-term breakdownThese boots are now future-proofed with a lightweight PU midsole for added comfort and long-term durability — no more crumbling or breaking down. A massive upgrade and ready for many more miles on the trails ahead.Built stronger. More comfortable. Ready for adventure. 🌄If your walking boots are worn underneath but still solid on top, resoling is the smart choice.#BeforeAndAfter #Scarpa #Vibram #BootRepair #WalkingBoots #Resole #ShoeRepair #Cobbler #HikingReady #TrailReady #QualityWork #RepairDontReplace ...
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Before & After 👞These men’s shoes have had a full rebuild ✔️New welt replacement, full premium leather executive soles, fresh heel blocks, and finished off with premium Vibram soles & heels.Finished with shoe cream and a full polish to revive the colour and bring them back to life ✨Built to last and ready for many more miles.#BeforeAndAfter #ShoeRepair #ShoeRestoration #CobblerLife #QualityCraftsmanship #Vibram #LeatherSoles #MensShoes #FootwearRepair #BuiltToLast #ShoeCare #Polished ...
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Before & AfterMen’s Dr. Martens full resole using original King Soles the authentic Dr. Martens sole manufacturer from the UK before most production moved overseas 👍I’ve also shoe creamed and restored the colour, bringing the leather back to life.#drmartens #drmartensresole #drmartensuk #shoerepairuk #bootrepair #cobblersofinstagram #sustainablestyle #repairdontreplace #qualitycraftsmanship #britishmade #kingsoles #beforeandafter #restoration #leatherboots ...
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Before & After 👞Men’s Meindl walking boots fully revived with a new rubber rand and a full Vibram Sniper sole unit.The original sole had broken down due to age, crumbling and falling apart a common issue with this type of sole over time.The new Vibram Sniper sole unit comes with a polyurethane midsole and traction lug technology, giving excellent grip, durability, and long-lasting performance.No more crumbling these boots are ready for the trails again 💪🥾 ...
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