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Where Celebrities Go to Fix Their £5,000 Sneakers

Shoe Lab’s founders operate on the belief that many major luxury footwear brands aren’t interested in making their shoes last, which has created an opportunity for the repair shop.
Louboutin studded black sneaker with a red shoe sole.
The Shoe Lab owners have found that the best repeat business comes from Louboutin owners. (Shutterstock)

A small shoe repair shop in the east of England has become a favourite among British celebrities and sports stars who need their fancy sneakers, heels, and flats repaired.

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