What to buy in Yerevan: leather shoes and bags worth taking home
You are visiting Armenia and want to take home something that lasts for years. Why leather shoes are a smart pick and how to buy them right.
When you visit Armenia, you want to take home something that reminds you of Yerevan every day. Magnets and souvenirs end up forgotten on a shelf, while a quality pair of leather shoes or a leather bag lasts for years and goes everywhere with you.
Why leather
Genuine leather is a practical gift: it lasts, only gets better with age and works for everyday wear. A good leather pair keeps the trip alive for years, and a bag makes a great present for family because there is no size to get wrong.
The size question
Most shoes in Yerevan stores are marked in European sizes, so if you know your EU size, start there, but always try the pair on. If you are buying for someone else, find out the length of their foot in centimeters or bring one of their insoles: it makes finding the right size much easier.
Getting them home
Stuff the shoes with socks or paper so they keep their shape, and pack them in a cloth bag. Do not keep leather sealed in plastic for the whole journey: it needs to breathe. Once you are home, take the shoes out and let them air. The rest of the care rules are in our care guide.
Where to buy
Nine Shoes is in the center of Yerevan at 19 Abovyan Street, a short walk from the Opera House. We are open every day from 10:00 to 21:00, so a visit fits easily into any itinerary. Read how to choose a quality leather pair, browse the collection or come to the store.