Fabulous Shoes: Ways to take care of shoes

Thursday, 16 July 2015

Ways to take care of shoes

One important aspect of life includes taking care of those items that we value and what can be more valuable in our closets than that favourite pairs of shoes? If we can extend the life of something, like our favourite stilettos or that perfect over-the-knee boots, then we will be able to avoid spending more money just to replace them. And let's face it, there is no such thing as REPLACING that very favourite pairs of shoe, no matter how many new heels we buy. So, lets take a look at these 9 method to take better care of your shoe and see how we can not only save ourselves some money, but also prolong the life of our favourite pairs.

Shine your shoes after you buy them and before you wear them. Shine them regularly for as long as you own them. When you remove your shoes, insert a cedar shoe tree to draw out inner moisture and reshape the leather. Remove a salt stain as quickly as possible by lightly applying a mixture of 2/3 water, 1/3 vinegar with a rag, wiping off with clean damp rag, and drying with a towel. Waterproof your shoes with mink oil (may darken the color of the leather), a wax-based polish (light protection) or a specialty waterproofing compound (heavier protection). Clean your shoes regularly to remove dirt, stains, and layers of built-up polish. Use a specialty leather cleaner, saddle soap, Murphy’s Oil Soap, or Ivory soap and avoid products that contain detergents or acids. To keep your shoes from drying out, every few months apply a specialty moisturizing conditioner or buff in a dab of petroleum jelly. If your shoes are wet, stuff them with newspaper or a small towel to draw out the moisture. Replace the paper/towels periodically as they get saturated. Never place your shoes near a heat source; this can dry out and crack the leather. Remove scuff marks by rubbing the scuff with non-gel toothpaste. Rinse, wipe, and let dry. When your shoes become really worn out, send them back to the manufacturer for refurbishing or resoling instead of buying a new pair.

Resource: http://www.artofmanliness.com/2011/11/14/shoe-care-101/

All you need is a soft cloth, a can of shoe polish, and good shoe brush. Remove any dirt/mud/salt with brush or damp rag. Wait until dry. Rub a moist cloth in the polish to acquire a small amount on the cloth. Apply the polish in small circles, in small amounts. Grab your shoe brush and brush the entire shoe vigorously. Breathe “hot air” onto the shoe as if trying to fog a mirror on parts you want a really nice shine.

Resources: http://www.artofmanliness.com/2011/11/08/shoe-shining-guide/

-Kesi-

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