Our Foundation Story
Kigivo began in 2008 when master cobbler James Morrison opened a small workshop on Rosemary Road in London. With 15 years of apprenticeship under Italian craftsmen, James recognized that quality shoe repair was disappearing from local communities. His workshop started with basic repairs but quickly gained recognition for restoring vintage footwear and luxury brands.
What began as a one-person operation grew into a team of five certified cobblers. We expanded our services to include orthopedic adjustments, custom dyeing, and restoration of heritage footwear. Today, Kigivo serves over 2,000 customers annually across South East London.