Yes. A good pair of leather shoes, properly cared for, can stay with you 10–20 years, so the average cost per year is actually lower than cheap shoes you have to keep replacing. Seasoned shoe enthusiasts care more about "how long can I keep this pair alive" than the initial price.
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The question "are quality shoes worth the money" deserves a different calculation: instead of comparing purchase price, compare cost per year of use. From that angle, a good pair is often cheaper than you'd imagine.
Cheaper when counted per year
A good pair of leather shoes, properly cared for, can be worn for 10–20 years. Spread out, the cost per year is far lower than cheap shoes that need constant replacing. That's why seasoned shoe enthusiasts care more about "how long can I keep this pair alive" than the number on the price tag.
The global trend: repair instead of replace
The world is moving away from the "broken means binned" mindset: the global leather repair and restoration market has already reached nearly 8 billion USD and is projected to exceed 10 billion USD within the next decade or so, with restoration as the fastest-growing segment.
In practice, many customers gladly spend 2–5 million VND, even tens of millions, to restore an old pair rather than buy a new one for 20–30 million — because those shoes carry milestones and memories that money can't buy back. That's sustainable consumption: use things longer, repair when needed, keep what still holds value.
How long do good leather shoes last?
With proper care, a good pair of leather shoes can last 10–20 years, making the average yearly cost lower than cheap shoes that need constant replacing.
Should I restore old shoes or buy a new pair?
Many customers choose to spend 2–5 million VND restoring an old pair instead of buying a new one for 20–30 million — saving money while keeping shoes tied to their memories. The global leather restoration market is growing fast for exactly this reason.
Is investing in quality shoes wasteful?
No — not when you count cost per year and care for them properly. It's sustainable consumption: use things longer, repair when needed, keep what still holds value.