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Frequently Asked Questions
Learn about our assessment process, repair services, turnaround times and how to send your item to us.
Assessment and pricing
Most of our prices are already listed in our Pricing Guide β please check there first and book directly. For heavily damaged, exotic or custom pieces:
You can request an assessment by completing our online assessment quiz. This allows us to evaluate your item and provide an accurate quotation based on its condition and required service.
Please note: quotes are estimates based on the photos provided. Final pricing is confirmed once we assess your item in person. All prices exclude GST.
Yes. Our initial assessment and quotation are provided at no cost.
No. The initial quotation is based on the information and photos provided in your assessment quiz.
Our quotation is an estimate based on the photos provided. Final pricing is confirmed once we assess your item in person, and adjustments may occasionally be required if additional structural issues are discovered.
No work begins without your approval. Once you confirm, we will email you an online invoice.
Invoices over $500
Card: 50% upfront and 50% on completion (3% card surcharge applies).
Bank transfer: 50% upfront and 50% on completion.
Full payment upfront by bank transfer or cash: receive a 5% discount.
Invoices under $500
Full payment is required before work begins.
Any remaining balance is payable when you collect your item.
Shipping & delivery
We no longer offer courier collection. Once you have received your quotation, please send your item to our studio using a tracked shipping service.
Once you receive your quotation and draft number, please post your item to our studio using a tracked shipping service. Shipping to our studio is arranged and paid by the customer.
Studio address
Doria Bag Spa
Commercial Suite 3, Level 3
51 Chandos Street
St Leonards NSW 2065
Inside your parcel
Please include your full name, mobile number and return address, and let us know once your item has been posted.
Return shipping
Services over $500: $30 credit towards return shipping
Services over $1,000: free return shipping
Services under $500: return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer. Alternatively, you may include a prepaid return satchel with your item, or collect your item from our studio by appointment.
International shipping
Additional charges apply depending on location.
We recommend a tracked and insured service such as Australia Post Express or DHL. Please keep your tracking number until your item has arrived at our studio.
Yes. Drop-offs and pickups are available by appointment at our St Leonards studio. Please book your time online before visiting:
Studio address
Commercial Suite 3, Level 3
51 Chandos Street
St Leonards NSW 2065
On arrival
Press 3 + OK on the silver intercom to enter, then take the commercial lift to Level 3.
Business hours
Monday β Friday: 9:30am β 6:00pm
Saturday: by appointment only
Sunday: closed
REPAIR & RESTORATION
We repair luxury handbags, shoes, and leather accessories.
Services include cleaning, structural repair, hardware repair, lining replacement, and bespoke restoration.
Many items can be restored depending on condition. Assessment is required.
Service timeframe
Cleaning and conditioning typically takes 2β3 weeks. Turnaround times are estimates and may be earlier or later depending on your item's condition and our workload. We will notify you as soon as your service is complete.
Colour restoration typically takes 3β4 weeks. Hardware, zipper and edge work takes 2β7 weeks depending on the service. Please see our Pricing Guide for the turnaround of each service. Turnaround times are estimates and may be earlier or later; we will notify you as soon as your service is complete.
Leather replacement, lining replacement and bag modification typically take 6β8 weeks, depending on the complexity of the work. Turnaround times are estimates and may be earlier or later; we will notify you as soon as your service is complete.
Care and safety
Yes. All items are handled with care and stored securely.
Yes. We specialise in luxury handbags and shoes.
Ready to restore your bag?
Every bag has a story. We're here to help preserve it beautifully for years to come.
Most of our prices are already listed in our Pricing Guide β please check there first.