Tips & Advice
Dyeing Shoes With DyeableShoeStore.com
Feb
Important facts about dyeing shoes
Dyed shoes are not waterproof
The dyes are water-soluble and will bleed or stain if exposed to moisture. When you custom dye bridal and prom footwear, you can protect your shoes with a water repellent spray (which says on the label: “will not alter shoe color”). The spray will prevent most staining but will not make your bridal or prom shoes waterproof. Please be aware that once sprayed, the shoes cannot be re-dyed. You may want to keep your spray on hand in case of inclement weather and wait to spray the shoes until the day of your event if deemed necessary.
There is a difference between indoor and outdoor lighting
Ultraviolet light in the natural light spectrum will cause the color of your dyed bridal or prom shoes to look different outdoors from indoors. The color will also appear different between shaded areas and direct sun light. We suggest choosing the lighting where you will be most during the event. Please note that all professional cameras have a UV light filter in them therefore, do not base your lighting decision on where your pictures will be taken. Your pictures will look great no matter what light you are in!
Matching Colors
When dyeing shoes it is not always possible to get a perfect color match due to the textural differences between the shoe fabric and the dress material being matched (unless your shoes were made from the same fabric as the dress). A custom dye job by a master dyer can ensure that your bridal or proms shoes will be dyed properly to blend as close to the hue and depth of color as humanly possible.
How do I go about having my shoes dyed?
The best way to go about the dye process is to order the shoes online in white. Try them on to make sure they fit, then send them back to us with a swatch to be dyed. If you do not want to try the shoes on before having them dyed, simply give us a call and we can place your order over the phone for you. We will hold the shoes here while you ship us your swatch, then dye them and ship them out to you. Either way, a standard dye charge is $12.00 or $15.00 for custom color (providing the shoes were purchased from us) and takes about a week. A rush dye job is $25.00 (providing the shoes were purchased from us) and can be done within a day if necessary.
Please note:
All dyed work is FINAL SALE and NOT WATERPROOF! If you have any other questions, please feel free to give us a call or send us an email!
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Would I be able to send shoes purchased from another store and send them to Dyeable shoes to get them dyed? If yes, how would I send them to you and where do I find the color swatches that you guys offer?
Hi Sarah,
Yes, we will gladly dye shoes purchased elsewhere. The colors can be seen in this link and we also offer custom dyeing to any color you provide a swatch for. The shipping address is listed in the about us page. Feel free to call us with any questions. Dyeing is a service we prefer to speak directly with the client about.
Look forward to hearing from you.
Ron Davis
508-653-6063
Hi Ron, is sending in shoes purchased through another place to be dyed by your company, still a service that you offer?
Hi Renee,
We do dye shoes purchased elsewhere! You do need to purchase a shoe that is dyeable, so always a good idea to call us first.
Hi Lisa. Can you provide me with a number to call about sending shoes?
Can you send email me a picture of the light silver and medium silver
What information needs to be included when sending my shoes back to you for dying? I will also include a swatch.
How will I know when the shoes are received. Do I mail to the address listed on the website? Thanks so much, Melissa Oconnor
Hi Melissa,
Just send the shoes back to the address on the website. Include your name,address you want the shoes shipped to onced dyed.Please provide a swatch of the color you want us to dye the shoes to match. We will email you a receipt of the dye charge and shipping fees once we get the shoes. Please feel free to call me with any questions.
Ron
508-494-9435
Hello we bought shoes in a shade of royal blue that is a tad too light to match the dress is it possible to match the blue in the dress which leans a little more navy? we do have a swatch. these are badgley mischka shoes with rhinestone adornments. thank you in advance.
Hi Christy,
It may be possible to dye the shoes. Please call me to go over the options.
Ron
508-653-6063
Hello, would it be possible to have shoes that were bought from another store, dyed the wrong color, re-dyed with you?
Unfortunately you can not go lighter. The dye is in the thread.
How much is it to have shoes purchased elsewhere dyed?
Hi Danielle,
It would depend on the brand of shoe and the prep time it takes to ready the shoe for dyeing,most of the time we charge $45.00. Feel free to give me a call and discuss the details.
Kindest regards,
Ron Davis
888-393-2253
I am considering buying some shoes but want them to be dyed a lilac color. They are white heels with lace, ribbon, and a leather heel. How can I tell if they will dye well or if you will be able to dye them?
Hi Julia,
The fact that they have a leather heel is a good clue that they are not designed to be dyed. Leather is typically tanned prior to being built into a product and will not absorb dye.The rest of the shoe could potentially be dyed. Feel free to call me if you would like to discuss in greater detail.
Kindest regards,
Ron 508-653-6063
Can you dye royal purple? I dont see it in the color choices
Hi Leslie,
We can custom dye to match any color swatch you send! Please feel free to call me with any questions.
Lisa
508-653-6063
Are you able to match the “Juniper” color from David’s Bridal?
Absolutely, no problem at all! It would be a custom color. In the comment section, when placing your order, just state to dye the shoes David’s Bridal Juniper. No need to send a swatch, we have it!
What type of color swatch do you need? Does it need to be fabric? Or would a paint swatch work?
A piece of the fabric definitely works best but we will work with what you send us!
Hello,
Can you dye white satin heels an ombré of colors? Like pink purple and blue?
Thank you
Yes, the shoe on our Home Page was custom done. Call us on Monday to discuss the details.
Typically the dyeing process takes a week to 10 days plus shipping time. We do offer “rush” dyeing, for an additional $10.00 and can usually ship within 1 to 2 business days.
Do the shoes tend to run true to size or should I size up if they’re being dyed
Hi Robyn,
You should order your shoe size unless there is a comment on the shoe that they either run 1/2 size small or 1/2 size big, dyeing the shoes does not change the fit. Feel free to call us if you have any questions on how a shoe fits.
I’m Typically a size 7 ww, would I need to size up since those shoes are a medium? And can u dye the bow one color and the rest of the shoe a different color?
Hi Linda, if you are truly a 7 double wide, sizing up still may not give you a good fit, the shoe might still be too tight in the width but now too long in length. We can dye a bow one color and the rest of the shoe another color but in your case, you might want to try the shoe on before having them dyed.
How do I get a swatch? I want them to match a dress. I can’t just cut a piece of the dress the send you. If I send you the dress, will you send it back?
Hi Misty, a piece of fabric from the dress does work the best, however, if that is not possible you can send something in the same color. I have received many different things as swatches such as: paint swatches, napkins, ties, socks and the list goes on! Feel free to call if you need assistance.
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Can ivory satin be dyed a deep forest green color? I can send a swatch.
Hi Angela,
That depends if the shoe is meant to be dyed. Typically, shoes that are purchased in ivory have nylon mixed into the material. If you plan on dyeing a shoe, we recommend purchasing a dyeable shoe.