7 August 2026

[UNION WORKS] GRIMSBY / Fisherman Sandals

A new model has been added to the UNIONWORKS original series. Although the launch has been delayed slightly, this is precisely the time—with the current spell of scorching heat—to recommend it...

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14 January 2025

[Red Wing] Red Wing 8876 6-inch Classic Mock, custom resole, Vibram #100

Here’s what we’d like to introduce. The upper of the Red Wing 8876 is made from Copper Rough & Taff Leather, a type of nubuck leather. The grain side has been treated to create this finish...

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12 January 2025

[Dead Stock!!] Vintage Aquascutum & Barbour

We’ve just received a consignment of deadstock ‘Aquascutum’ and ‘Barbour’ items today, so I’d like to introduce them to you. These are all rare items that are now difficult to come by, but first of all, for private...

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11 January 2025

[ARCHKERRY] Archkerry V-tip shoes, full sole (Dainite sole) – cleaning

“Archkerry”, a brand launched in 2020, is dedicated to faithfully recreating American vintage shoes from the 1950s and 1960s. Archkerry’s V-tip...

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7 January 2025

[GUCCI] Gucci Bit Loafers – Full Sole (Vibram Tank Unit Sole) – Lining Repair – Suede Care

We apologise for any inconvenience, but all UNIONWORKS stores and our factory will be closed for the year-end and New Year holidays during the following period. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause our customers, and we kindly ask for your...

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5 January 2025

[Amesbury & Co.] Amesbury Sole Reinforcement

We apologise for any inconvenience, but all UNIONWORKS stores and our factory will be closed for the year-end and New Year holidays during the following period. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause our customers, and we kindly ask for your...

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3 January 2025

[Red Wing] Red Wing 875 Irish Setter Custom Resole (Vibram 705) Custom Eyelets and Hooks

We apologise for any inconvenience, but all UNIONWORKS stores and our factory will be closed for the year-end and New Year holidays during the following period. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause our customers, and we kindly ask for your...

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1 January 2025

[TRICKER’S] Tricker’s STOW Vintage Steel Dovetail

All Union Works branches will be closed from Monday 30 December to Wednesday 8 January. Please note this if you are planning to visit. Now that Christmas is over...

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30 December 2024

Acknowledgements

We closed for business for 2024 yesterday. We have been able to mark this milestone year—our 30th anniversary—thanks to our customers, who have supported us over the years, and our suppliers...

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29 December 2024

[Church’s] SHANNON – Vibram Tank Half Rubber, Vibram Tank Light Heel

Church’s iconic “Shannon” model: a Derby shoe with a rounded last and a storm welt. Although it’s a casual shoe, it has a certain air of elegance about it, doesn’t it? Soon...

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26 December 2024

[GUIDI] GUIDI: Zipper Replacement and Sole Repair

It’s the end of the year, isn’t it? This year has flown by. Every year, I make a list of things I want to do at the start of the year, but this year I’ve still got about half of them left. I’ll have to carry them over to next year...

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23 December 2024

[LEMAIRE] Lemaire Slip-on Shoes – Full Sole Cleaning

The French fashion brand “Lemaire” is popular with many people for its elegant and high-quality collections, and it seems that it recently opened its third flagship store worldwide in Ebisu...

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21 December 2024

[UW × Gaziano & Girling] Coniche Braided Laces

Gaziano & Girling is the highest-quality and most luxurious brand in our range. From the selection of materials right through to the craftsmanship...

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20 December 2024

Information on the 2024 Year-End and New Year Holidays & Christmas Special Offers

Christmas is just a few days away, isn’t it? ☆ I imagine those of you who have registered as customers will have received a direct message by now. This year marks our 30th anniversary, and to celebrate, we’ve prepared a range of original...

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19 December 2024

[Church’s] AMBERLEY Sole Repair and Polish

The upper of Church’s “Amberley” side-gore boots is made from standard calfskin. It is softer than the famous polished binder calfskin and looks as though it will envelop the foot...

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17 December 2024

[SHETLAND&FOX] Shetland Fox Half-Rubber Steel

‘When you buy a new pair of shoes, the first thing to do is reinforce the soles’—I imagine this has become a routine for quite a few people. Steel toe caps, half-rubber soles, or...

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15 December 2024

[GUIDI] GUIDI Front-Zip Boots, Pre-reinforced, Half-Rubber, Rubber Heel

GUIDI’s classic front-zip boots. As the temperature drops, people start wanting to wear boots, which means we’re seeing an increase in requests for GUIDI repairs. Let’s take a look straight away...

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14 December 2024

[SOLE OPTION] GROSVENOR / Tie Clip

The ‘SOLEOPTION’ series, which is committed to producing products made in England. To date, the ‘SOLEOPTION’ series has featured British...

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12 December 2024

[Church’s] Kelby II – Full Sole (Ridgeway Sole)

Church’s Kelby 2 Full Brogue with double monks—it’s a model with a striking design. The last is the 81 last, which is also used in models such as the Rider and the Barwood. Show...

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10 December 2024

[GAZIANO&GIRLING] Gaziano & Girling Adelaide Sole Replacement – Steel

The Union Works Yokohama store, which opened in Yokohama in October 2019, has now reached its sixth anniversary, thanks to your support. Over the past five years, the shop has undergone various changes...

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8 December 2024

[Paul Harnden] Paul Harnden Cap-toe Shoes, Half-rubber Sole, Seat Heel

“Paul Harnden”, the designer, learnt the art of shoemaking in the UK and, after working as a last-maker at John Lobb, launched his own brand...

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5 December 2024

[J.M.WESTON] J.M. Weston Nubuck Slip-ons, Full Sole

The upper of these JM Weston slip-ons is made from embossed nubuck, giving them a distinctly casual look. The sole is a one-piece rubber sole, finished by simply bonding it to the upper...

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Looking ahead five, ten years, and beyond, do you have a pair of shoes you would like to keep wearing?

With proper care and continued wear, leather softens, develops character, and matures into something uniquely your own. Few things accompany us through our daily lives as closely as our shoes. The time spent in a favourite pair brings comfort and enjoyment, while creating many cherished memories along the way.

To keep wearing your beloved shoes for many years to come, timely repairs and regular maintenance are essential. The appropriate repair will vary depending on how the shoes are worn, how frequently they are used, and their overall condition.

At UNION WORKS, we begin by listening carefully to each customer's needs and concerns, while taking into account the overall feel, construction, and durability of the shoes.

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If you are considering a repair or would like to discuss your repair options from overseas, please feel free to contact us by email.
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