18 January 2008

The Shoe Must Go On

The Complete Cobbler Shoe Repair

You could run a mile, jump a stile or eat a country pancake, but no, this weekend, you’ll be clearing out your wardrobe.

Start with shoes. When it comes to hogging precious storage space, these clutterbugs are particularly shameless. Chuck anything with a square toe, a transparent sole or flashing lights. The rest can stay.

If they’re looking a little weary, book them into The Complete Cobbler for a stint in rehab. The staff at this much-loved establishment will repair any leather item, be it shoe, boot, handbag or suitcase with care and understanding. It’s worth the hassle: the repaired items will last several extra seasons and should save you pennies in the long run.

But stop deliberating over those white leather stilettos you think might come back into fashion.

They won’t.

The Complete Cobbler, 26 Tottenham Street, W1T 4RQ (020 7636 9040). Donate any unwanted (but still decent) shoes to Unicef by dropping them at select Clarks stores in Central London. For information, go to unicef.org.uk.