Heels & Soles
Worn heels replaced, soles reattached or resoled, and heels lowered for comfort.
Tupelo, Mississippi cobbler
Don't toss them. Bring them to Matthews.
Heels, soles, work boots and leather — Romelle and Annette Matthews have been giving Tupelo's favorite shoes a second life on North Gloster Street for 15 years.
15 YearsOn North Gloster Street
Boots & Dress ShoesWork, western & leather
15 Years
Repairing shoes in Tupelo
N. Gloster St
628 N Gloster St, Tupelo
Mon–Fri
9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
All Major Cards
Visa, MC, Discover, Amex
What we fix
Good shoes deserve a second life.
A quality pair can last for years with the right care. Bring in what you love to wear and we'll get it back on your feet.
Work Boots
Work boots reinforced, restitched and resoled so they keep up with the job.
Western Boots
Cowboy boots resoled, reheeled and cared for the way they deserve.
Leather Dyeing
Faded or scuffed leather shoes dyed and refreshed to look sharp again.
Shine & Conditioning
Cleaning, conditioning and a proper shine to protect your leather.
Stitching & Re-sewing
Torn seams, loose straps and split uppers stitched back together.
15years on North Gloster Street
Why Matthews
A cobbler who still does it by hand.
Romelle Matthews learned shoe repair in high school and kept at it through a long career in law enforcement. Today he and Annette run the shop full-time — and treat every pair like it's their own.
- Learned the trade young — and has been perfecting it ever since
- Boots to dress shoes — work boots, western boots, heels and leather goods
- Honest work — we'll tell you what's worth fixing
- Easy payment — all major credit cards accepted
Visit the shop
Drop off your pair
Stop by the shop on North Gloster Street. We'll look over your shoes and give you a pickup day.
| Monday – Friday | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Saturday – Sunday | Call ahead |
628 N Gloster St
Tupelo, MS 38804
Tupelo, MS 38804
Before you come in
A few things that help us help you:
- Bring the shoes or boots — clean them off if you can
- Want a color change? Bring a sample or photo of the shade
- We take Visa, Mastercard, Discover and Amex
How long does a repair take?+
It depends on the job. Simple repairs are quick; resoles and dye work take a little longer. We'll give you a pickup day when you drop off.
Can you fix work boots?+
Yes. We reinforce, restitch and resole work boots all the time.
Can you make my heels lower?+
Often, yes. We can cut down some heels so your shoes are more comfortable — bring them in and we'll take a look.
Can you dye leather shoes?+
We do. Bring them in and we'll talk about the color and what the leather can take.
What payment do you accept?+
Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express.
Get in touch
Got a pair that needs help? Bring it in.
Call, email or stop by Matthews Shoe Repair on North Gloster.