A wallet repair that went bad for $100+. I've never seen such shoddy leather work. How can you manage not to sew a straight seam using a machine? The stitching on both outer sides (it folds) and the inside is crooked. Was the same grade of thin leather used to replace the torn pieces - no. Thicker leather was used so now fitting a credit card into the slot is difficult. And I can't fit more than two cards without a struggle. The wallet is now thick and bulky, so thick it doesn't fold flat when closed. Terrible work for a lot of money. I won't go back - ever! read more

Nika Design - Wallet stitching - outside - Leather Goods Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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The only place I will go for my shoes repaired. Gotten two topey to my two pairs of brand new saint Laurent's and another topey on a pair of Common Project Chelsea's. They fixed the heel on one pair of my SLP and did a quick service turnaround as I had to fly out the same week. I asked for Wednesday and they did Monday. Getting my Guidi's repaired there soon. 10/10. read more

Amazing results! I took in a pair of boots that had been massacred by a friends cat, I was told elsewhere they couldn't be fixed and I was so devastated. They are my favorite boots. A friend recommended I try taking them here, so glad I did!! Wow! They fixed the scratches, barely noticeable now, and it took overnight!! I will definitely be a repeat customer. read more

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I took in a leather jacket to have stains removed. Unfortunately the kind of leather was particularly hard to work with. I had already emailed/called 4 or 5 other places that repair leather but they all said it wasn't possible and they couldn't do it. I called Nika Design and they told be to bring it in to have a look. They said it would be a hard job if it was possible at all, but they would do what they could. I am absolutely thrilled with the job they did and it exceeded my expectations. They really know what they're doing and the price was completely fair if not cheap for what I was asking. Overall a very positive experience and a huge relief. read more

I wanted to find a place to help repair my luxury bag and was really careful with where I chose to do it. Super glad I found this place, happy with the results!! And a quick turnaround time, I dropped it off on a friday and got it a day later. read more

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Service here is very friendly and prompt. Repairing the edge of my wallet only took 5 hours and I picked it up the next day. It was a lot cheaper ($20?) compared to the repair price that I would have had to pay if I were to bring it back into the shop where I bought it (they would have to ship it back to France) Anyways, I'm fairly happy with the results but I'm not too sure how long the glaze on the edge of my wallet will last. I can actually see a bit of the white fabric showing because there isn't enough glaze applied to that spot. I didn't notice until I got home and I didn't want to bother going back. I may look around to see if there are other places that repair small leather goods but in general, this is a very affordable little shop and it's very convenient for me since it's right by my workplace! read more

Amazing job in repairing my near-new Ferragamo shoes with a rare colour and some significant damage, looks like just out of the box again!

Update: My Mom saw the bag in question and was very disappointed, disgusted actually. Should I just throw it out or have it repaired yet again? I haven't used it, all these months later and that $600 charge for foolery is still weighing heavily on me. read more

I had a non-slip sole and repairs done to a pair of Lolitas 4 years ago. I've abused those boots through fall, winter, and spring and they are still in great condition. I purchased a pair of Duffy boots from them as well and they have held up perfectly. Recently, I scrimped and saved and pined after a new pair of ankle boots, and finally got them for a great price. I learned my lesson and decided to have a non-slip sole and topy put on them immediately. Given the shape my Lolitas are still in, I decided to revisit Nika. It was $45+tax for the soles and topy - I love to hunt for deals, but forget looking for anywhere else. Neda and Dino are extremely pleasant to deal with, and the workmanship of their cobbler is excellent (she's also awesome to speak with). It's clear that they all have passion, experience, and knowledge with what they do, and this shows in their work and care for your shoes! They noticed that the sole of one of my boots was set too far back, but since I got them on final sale a fair time ago, I can no longer exchange them. They put the non-slip sole and topy on for me, and said to keep an eye on the leather by the toe for wear. I asked if there was anything they could do, but they said to keep an eye on the leather for now (since everyone walks differently), and if necessary, they can put a slice in to move the sole forward and cover the exposed leather. This way I won't have to incur any unneeded costs. I would not have noticed if they hadn't pointed it out, and it's this honesty and attention to detail that tops off their work to five stars for me. Another plus: I dropped these off near closing time on Sunday, was quoted a Thursday completion, and was able to pick them up on Tuesday. Definitely come here to care for your shoes. Given my experiences here, I'm also working on the man to get shoes made here. read more

I recently moved here from Ontario and I'm still building my rolodex of people who do amazing work (i.e. tailor, shoe repair, hair cuts). After being turned away from one shoe repair that shall remain nameless I was placing all bets on Nika Design. First of all, they did not turn me away in disgust for the poor treatment of my beautiful shoes. Second of all they returned my teal-suede shoes in near mint condition! The colour is still bright and 99% of the damage is gone. They were all sprayed with protectant and the heel tip was replaced. The total charge was less than $40! To bring your shoes back from the dead for a reasonable price I highly recommend Nika Design! They are now my go-to shoe repair. read more

Nika Design is a great little leather shop in Gastown. They carry high quality shoes, bags, wallets, briefcases, and jackets from Sweden, Denmark, Germany, and Italy. Men are lucky because they can get handmade leather shoes at Nika. read more

Nika Design - Leather Goods Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

This awesome little shop is the perfect place to either discover beautiful new leather goods or bring your favourite shoes or accessories in for some TLC. I brought a pair of Fluevogs in for a small repair and was very happy with the quality and speed of work done as well as the friendly service. The owners are very knowledgable about footwear and how it should fit. I was planning to return a beautiful new pair of boots thinking that they were too small, but after a quick consultation with Dino, he convinced me that they were in fact the correct size and would feel great after a quick shoe stretch. He was right! I have been happily stomping around in my boots ever since. read more

I've been bringing my shoes to Nika for a long time now. Prices are a bit more than what you'd pay at other places (i.e. shoe places in a mall) but the service is what keeps me coming back. They're always friendly and I never feel rushed. My shoes are always done when they say they will be done, and you can tell they have a passion for shoes and leather. I have very small feet, size 5. When I got a pair of boots back from having it topy'd, they commented that the leather was great quality and asked me if they would mind letting their clients know about the brand and where I got them because they know how hard it is to find the size. Great to know they get to know their regulars and keep them in mind! read more

If you recently purchased dress Shoes requiring rubber soles then this place can get it done in a few days for $28 starting... Seems to be the going rate in downtown area which seems pricy but better put them on rather ruining the leather soles with all the rain we get in Vancouver Value 3/5 Atmosphere 2/5 very small Service 3/5 Quality 3/5 11/20 read more

I personally think that Nika Design is the #1 place in the city to get your shoes repaired and taken care off. Between me and my boyfriend we recently got 7 pairs of boots done. One of my pair of boots was in a rather rough shape when I brought it in, the heels being a total mess, the leather dried out and the topy falling off it. When I came to pick them up it felt like I suddenly had an array of new shoes, hardly recognizable thats how good the job was done. Very neat and professional craftsmanship, it is evident that they know what they are doing and I would trust them to care and maintain my entire shoe collection. On average we spend between 25 -35 bucks for work on a pair of boots and that is very reasonable, compared to other cobblers who charge more, provide passive service and do half as good as a job. Dino and Neda are very personable and pleasant people who know their trade and it's nice to talk to them as well. The shop itself feels very cozy, clean, organized and welcoming and they sell quality leather products that are mostly imported from Europe. I also got a pair of Italian made leather gloves which I am very happy with. Thanks again for the great service and awesome work!!! read more

I took a high quality leather motorcycle jacket to Neda for alterations, as I needed the shoulders taken in and had been turned away by many other shops due to the difficulty of such a request. She had no problem measuring and explaining what she was going to do with the jacket and why. The jacket was ready before the expected date, and fit me perfectly!!! read more

Ambled in and found their selection of classic leather bags. It seems impossible to find a classically made leather bag that doesn't have 3000 crystals or doodads on them, but this place has nice, classy hand bags. If you're looking for a timeless hand bag, this is a definite must see. read more

Can't stress how good they are at doing what they do best for customers' shoes. I have been coming to Nika for years for topy soles for both my girlfriend's and my shoes with quick turnaround time and excellent quality. My girlfriend just recently got her Manolo Blahnik's flats caught on the wood floor, resulting in a cut in the fabric. Even though it's not leather, Nika still managed to fill the damage fully, making it near invisible to see from the naked eyes and prevent the cut from spreading. Nika is always my first choice of shoe repair and prevention. Did I mention they also have a cute little puppy to greet u?! read more

Nika Design - fixed fabric on a Manolo Blahnik's flat - Leather Goods Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Took in some Oxfords in need of some new heel rubber and a little MDF board that had worn off where the rubber had receded excessively. They did an excellent job, I thought the value was fair and they cleaned up a couple of spots on the shoes that I didn't ask them to do. So they came out looking better than when I brought them in. I'll be bringing in more work for them in the future. read more

I am a big fan of Nika Design because of their attention to detail, high level of craftsmanship, and customer service. They treat you like family. They remember you after your first visit and take personal interest in your repair. Highly recommended! read more

Here's a thought: if your actual business hours don't match those on the website, maybe change the website? Drove down on a Sunday only to find it closed. Won't be trying again. read more

Very impressed with the time that the owner took to figure out what I needed and his customer service in general. When asking questions, I can tell that he really knows what he is doing. Very high quality work. read more

The awesome cobbler at Nika saved my patent oxfords (ruined by the shoe repair at Vancouver Centre and a fall I had a few years ago) by filling in the scratches and adding a coating to keep the leather safe from any moisture. They look so great now! He also repaired a gouge in a pair of lambskin Prada flats, and you can hardly tell it was there. What other cobblers can't or won't do, Nika does with ease and speed. I will never bring my shoes anywhere else. read more

PLEASE BEWARE!!! I brought a bag in for a repair involving dye. Neda managed to cover the spot in question, but FAILED TO PROTECT the rest of the bag that was perfectly okay!!! In the end, she sprayed dye all over the hardware of my bag, and parts of the bag that did not need any dye. No, this dye cannot be removed. So my BAG IS NOW RUINED. I ended up trying these guys based on positive Yelp reviews, so I wanted to warn anyone else who may be thinking of going here. I cannot believe the incompetence, and would NEVER RECOMMEND this shop to anyone. read more

This is the only place I trust my designer shoes in Vancouver. Cheaper than the quick cobbler and family run... they do great work and always throw in little extras. My boss have sized 14 feet and can never find nice mens shoes so we are having a bunch of dress shoes made - I've seen a few pairs of old school proper borgues my friends have had made and they are beautiful! read more

Nika is a tiny shop on Abbott Street, Vancouver, with a big selection of women's and men's leather goods. Shoes from Tamaris in Germany, women's hand bags from David Jones, Adax, Gianni Conti...hand made mens shoes from Sweden, women's and men's leather and suede jackets from Jofama Sweden, wallets and briefcases from Denmark and Italy. Very high quality stuff which is fun to browse at. Customer service is okay and you do pay what is expected. read more

I've been coming to Nika for a number of years now. Dino is a great guy! Always very friendly, does a great job, and really cares about the craft of his work. read more

My beautiful Fluevogs fell apart on our way up to Canada. I love them and they're my very favorite boots. Nika fixed these overnight and they're still holding up. Thank you! read more

Great repairs and amazing shoes for sale. They even repaired the heel of my favourite and irreplaceable black heels, which my dog had chewed to the plastic. You would never know the difference between the two. The repairs are a little pricey but worth it. read more

Excellent, bespoke service. Took my tan leather shoes in for repair as they were water-marked and scuffed. For $44 they were re-dyed and touched up in keeping with the original colouring, as good as new. read more

This place is probably the best leather repair shop in Vancouver. Great people and amazing craftsmanship. The owner works really hard, and actually cares about his customers. I fell off my skateboard and severely damaged my leather jacket but i was able to completely restore the jacket with the help of people working at nika repair shop. I cant say enough good things. read more

Nika Design - Completely restored severely damaged leather jacket - Leather Goods Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Both Neda and Dino (the owners) are great to deal with and provide quality products and services. The real deal is actually hand made shoes. Neda's brother is a shoemaker in Europe and he makes the shoes, sends them over and then Dino will custom colour them for you. Well made and well priced will make you well shod for sure. read more

Thank you Nika for doing a thorough and timely job on three pairs of leather boots. I will continue to patron the neighborhood!

The couple have fixed everything from my 2 rain stained MK flats, the red soles on my loubs, and my favorites pair of dancing shoes that needed everything fixed - Super friend as well! Price is very reasonable for a gastown shop and service is honest and fast. read more

Wow! Amazing service and surpassed my expectations. I got a huge unsightly oil stain on my purse and thought it was ruined forever... thanks to Yelp I found Nika. Dino is so friendly and my purse looks picture perfect (even better than before I took the purse in, he polished it up and conditioned it as well). I am definitely returning for all my shoe/purse repair and cleaning needs. read more

They are not there to rip you off, just to do good business. They know what to do with shoes. Its refreshing to find a place that is not out to get you but to provide a quality service. Cool place. read more

Excellent service! I couldn't be happier with the repairs done on my beloved ankle boots and a pair of heels that needed some attention. The owners Dino & Neda went above and beyond my expectations with the prompt and friendly service they provided. I have never seen this much attention paid to details with shoe repairs. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who wants quality repairs for their shoes, bags, etc. read more

Thoughtful advice on repairing my beloved motorcycle boots, followed up by top-notch work, using excellent-quality products. Further advice on re-soling, re-heeling and general care. Every interaction I've had with Nika has been the best I could've asked for. read more

Incredibly disappointing. I invested in gorgeous leather boots two and a half months ago, and they are already falling apart, threadbare, and look awful. When I initially brought them back to share with the owner his response was "they are made by a company I import from I cannot do anything for you". I've purchased leather shoes from boutiques in Chicago and New York, and have never had shoes literally begin to fall apart within the first months (the rainy season hasn't even begun yet!). I love supporting local craftspeople and ethically procured materials when purchasing shoes. To save yourself from disappointment I'd recommend finding another boutique to invest your time and dollars with. read more

Dino and Neda always vastly exceed my expectations! They expertly restored my grandma's vintage Gucci pumps and made the cracked lacquer on my Louboutins look as good as new (and they're now much more durable.) They always provide friendly service even if they're busy, and their puppy who is often upstairs is adorable! read more