Friday 14 March 2008

How do you care for your shoes?

I, sometimes, do wipe them with tissue/toilet paper after using them but when the going gets tough and I am left for just a little spare time at the end of the day, I just ditch the cleaning but rather stack them up not on my shoe rack of course. I just wash those that need be at the end of the week or sometimes, just throw them all in a bucket full of soap-foaming water. I don't really care if they are washable or not. :D

But, what really is the best way to care for our "investment"? Here are some tips:

Use shoe trees between wearings to help shoes retain their shape.
Let shoes rest on the trees at least 12 hours between wearing.
Clean off dirt after every wear with a soft brush or rag.
Always use a shoehorn for putting on your shoes.
Stop new suedes from "crocking" (rubbing off on clothes) by rubbing vigorously with a towel.
Exotic skins need extra care -- use special cleaners and conditioners.
Use water and stain repellant on suede and nubuck shoes before you wear them. When water stops beading up, respray.


There.. pretty much easy and hassle free.

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