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Luxury Sneaker Refurbishment

byUnhinged CustomsShips across IndiaStarts from3,000 per pairView full gallery

Got a pair of high-end kicks that have seen better days? I specialise in bringing life back to luxury trainers, from fixing faded paint to full colour transformations.

Giving these faded LV Trainers a new life. This video shows the process of repainting the shoe to a solid purple colorway, completely transforming the look.

I was shocked at how easily the original paint came off these LV Trainers. This video shows the prep process and the surprising lack of durability of the factory finish.

About Luxury Sneaker Refurbishment

People are often shocked when they see me put acetone to a pair of Louis Vuitton trainers, but that is the reality of the process. Whether it is fixing factory peeling or simply changing a colourway you are not feeling anymore, I strip the old finish right down to the leather before applying a factory-grade top coat that is matched to the original sheen.

When you invest in luxury footwear, you expect them to hold up. Unfortunately, even brands like Louis Vuitton can suffer from surface paint peeling or fading over time. My restoration process starts with a careful assessment of the leather to ensure the underlying material is intact before I use professional-grade solvents to remove the damaged top layer. I do not just paint over the issue. I clean the surface, prep it properly, and then re-apply a finish that mimics the original manufacturer's sheen, whether that is matte, satin, or gloss.

Beyond just colour correction, I use leather balms to condition the material, which helps prevent future cracking and keeps the leather supple. Whether you want to fix a scuffed-up pair of daily drivers or completely change the colour of your luxury trainers to match your current rotation, I handle each pair with the caution they deserve. Shipping is available across India, so you can send your kicks to my Hyderabad studio from anywhere.

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Unhinged Customs

Ships across IndiaStarts from 3,000 per pair

I am Rahul, and I have been painting and restoring sneakers for nearly a decade. While painting a custom design is fun, restoring a luxury pair like a Louis Vuitton Trainer is where I get really precise, making sure your kicks look fresh again without losing that high-end feel.

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