Any tips on getting custom shoes made in Spain or Italy?

Question

I am traveling to Madrid, Switzerland and Italy this summer. I would like to get custom shoes made without breaking the bank if possible. I will be in Florence and Rome in Italy.

Answer 1

I don't know about Spain but I know a lot about Italy and prices of custom shoes. Here just the very rich people can afford the cost of such a pair of shoe (cost goes from 500-600 to 1000-1500 €).-

In a previous answer I read about a shop at Capri; I don't know, it could be possible but however they're lady sandals and I don't think you are interested to buy them just because they're cheap price....!!In any case I don't understand why you're looking for 'out of series' shoes (unless you've orthopedic problems to yr feet).

Mainly in Florence (but even in Rome) you can find a real huge assortment of men shoes which maximum cost is around 200/300 € for a very good quality (but you can also spend less if you stay away from the tourist routes).

Answer 2

Win the lottery. No way you could afford them other than that.

(Italian resident)

Answer 3

What do you consider breaking the bank?  On the Island of Capri there is a shop called Canfora that makes incredible sandals... I had a pair ordered and shipped to me, and I LOVE them and will order more.  They run about 150 - 200 Euro.