Made-to-measure leather boots (24h turnaround)

Custom-fitted leather boots for the price of mass-market sneakers — Hoi An's shoemakers are the quiet co-star of the tailoring scene.

Price: 2900000 VND (Custom leather boots at Friendly Shoe Shop (~US$115); dress shoes/flats from ~1,100,000-1,500,000 VND per pair)

Where to buy: Friendly Shoe Shop or Thinh Leather, Hoi An Old Town — traced feet, choose leather and design, done in 24h

Price checked 2026-07-03

• Ask for full-grain leather and stitched (not just glued) soles — say you'll pay the difference
• 6-month warranties are standard at reputable shops; 'no like = no pay' at Friendly
• Bring photos of the exact design you want; they can copy almost anything
• Wear them for an hour before leaving town so adjustments are free and same-day