McFarland's Shoe Repair has been serving customers in Lakeland, FL since 1967. Owner Jim McFarland took over the business from his father in 1986. McFarland's is a full service shop offering superior craftsmanship, top-quality products and friendly, timely service. Jim has received more than 20 awards for craftsmanship from around the world, including the prestigious Grand Silver Cup from the Shoe Service Institute of America.
In addition to a full range of shoe and leather repair services, we carry a complete line of shoe care and foot comfort products to keep your shoes looking and feeling good. We are open Tuesday through Saturday each week. We alo have a drop box for customers who want to leave shoes after business hours.
In addition to a full range of shoe and leather repair services, we carry a complete line of shoe care and foot comfort products to keep your shoes looking and feeling good. We are open Tuesday through Saturday each week. We alo have a drop box for customers who want to leave shoes after business hours.
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McFarland's Shoe Repair is a third-generation family business founded in 1918. Owned and operated by Jim McFarland, the business has been serving Lakeland, FL since 1967. McFarland's is a full-service shoe and leather repair business. In addition to shoes, we can fix your handbags, luggage, belts and other leather items.
Footwear isn't just part of your wardrobe, it is an investment. Spend your money wisely and the return will be more value for your dollar, more comfort, better foot health and even a sense that you are helping the environment. As with all investing, it is wise to have a counselor to make sure your money is well spent and continues to pay dividends.
Investing a few minutes each month in shoe care is the best thing you can do to protect your footwear investment. Combined with regular visits to McFarland's Shoe Repair, shoe care will significantly extend the life of your favorite shoes. Many people think shoe care means polish shoes occasionally.
Purchasing footwear isn't just a fashion decision. It is a decision that affects your comfort and health both in the short term and over a period of years. Quality, repairable footwear gives your feet the support they need to bear up to their daily burden. It is a renewable resource that eases the burden on your bank account.
Selecting a shoe that fits properly is critical. Yet 95 percent of consumers don't wear shoes that fit properly. The reason? Fewer than 10 percent of shoe salespeople have even basic training in foot anatomy or shoe sizing. Shoes that don't fit can cause a variety of problems from blisters, corns and calluses, to foot, leg and back pain.
Reviews (10)
Vivian Blair
Dec 19, 2021
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Brought in two pairs of shoes, one needing to be widened and the other needing sole reattached. They were honest about the one for the sole in that it would probably not be worth the repair due to the construction of the shoe. The repair might not hold, so I really appreciate the honesty. The pair to be widened was perfectly done though! I can now wear them comfortably. Definitely recommend them!!
Jabba San
Dec 03, 2021
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Kathleen Schulz
Nov 01, 2021
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I took a pair of boots that needed to be resoled to Mr. McFarland. They had thin soles to begin with. The first thing he asked me was, "How do you feel about these boots?" Who asks that??? I said, "I love them!" He said, "Ok, here's what we can do," and he explained what he could do to save my boots! I picked them up polished and looking like new! I heartily recommend Mr. McFarland's Shoe Repair!
Ron Thompson Jr
Sep 27, 2021
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After my shoes took an epic journey that took nearly a month and a half to arrive at McFarlands via USPS Express Mail(!), Jim resoled my well-used pair of Allen Edmonds Walden loafers and sent them back nearly new and wonderfully polished in under two weeks (he used FedEx...!) This was the second pair he refurbished for me, and I can hardly wait to wear out my pair of chili Allen Edmonds Woodstocks, so they can get the McFarland treatment!
Update...sent a second pair and had Jim blind stitch the soles and add toeplates. Note the extra details like the removal of the inside corner of the heel to
Update...sent a second pair and had Jim blind stitch the soles and add toeplates. Note the extra details like the removal of the inside corner of the heel to
Rebecca Thompson
Sep 20, 2021
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Nuc
Jun 12, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness
I requested to add restaurant-approved slip-resistant soles to new boots. They shaped the sole of the boot to best marry a new sole to the boot professionally. The service was very friendly and they were very knowledgeable in questions I had asked. This is a business I would absolutely come to again for shoe-related needs.
I requested to add restaurant-approved slip-resistant soles to new boots. They shaped the sole of the boot to best marry a new sole to the boot professionally. The service was very friendly and they were very knowledgeable in questions I had asked. This is a business I would absolutely come to again for shoe-related needs.
Seeking Truth
Mar 24, 2021
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Found McFarland Shoe Repair through a friend of mine. After speaking with Jim, he assured me that my Vintage Florsheim Shoes, (4) of them, would look like the day they came from the Original Florsheim shoe company. I sent them to him via FedEx, after 2 weeks he was finished and they were returned to me. I can attest that my shoes looked better than what I expected.
I purchased the JR soles with JR heels and triumph toe taps. What a huge difference, I was 100% satisfied and Jim posted my shoes on Instagram. Highly recommend McFarland Shoe Repair, even if you’re sending them from a different state
I purchased the JR soles with JR heels and triumph toe taps. What a huge difference, I was 100% satisfied and Jim posted my shoes on Instagram. Highly recommend McFarland Shoe Repair, even if you’re sending them from a different state
Anthony Dellett
Oct 08, 2020
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Geoffrey Russell
Oct 02, 2020
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Had a pair of Brooks Brothers cap-toe bluchers resoled and reheeled through the Kirby Allison program, which includes JR oak bark-tanned leather soles, JR dovetail heels (other options also available), complimentary shoe bags and shoe horn, and all work done personally by Jim McFarland.
Received the shoes back in two weeks. The best work I've ever seen. Will definitely be using the Kirby Allison service again. Thanks for the great work.
Received the shoes back in two weeks. The best work I've ever seen. Will definitely be using the Kirby Allison service again. Thanks for the great work.
John Doran
Oct 20, 2018
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Cannot say enough about the incredible quality and knowledgable customer service offered at McFarland's. I've had them completely resole two pair of Allen Edmonds in the past few months and they essentially hand you back brand new looking shoes afterwards. Adding some before and after pictures of my last drop off along with a shot of both pair after a morning of polishing.
The staff here know their stuff and offer very high quality polishes and waxes to keep your shoes looking great. If you need any type of repair to your leather products, McFarland's needs to be at the top of your list.
The staff here know their stuff and offer very high quality polishes and waxes to keep your shoes looking great. If you need any type of repair to your leather products, McFarland's needs to be at the top of your list.
