myfunnybunch Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 Help. I am trying to purchase wisely when it comes to my shoes....spending more for a quality pair of shoes or boots instead of buying 2-3 pairs of cheaper ones over the same period of time. My feet are thanking me, as the shoes typically fit better. The problem is, I don't really know how to care for the leather shoes/boots especially, and I go to the store and stare at all of the different shoe care products, get overwhelmed and grab the wrong thing or don't buy anything at all. Sigh....I am an intelligent thinking person, so I'd think it wouldn't be this hard. I have a pair of fabulous *comfortable* go-anywhere leather sandals and a pair of super warm and comfy leather boots that I really want to keep looking nice for a long time. Talk to me like I've never really taken good care of a quality shoe before. How do I keep them looking nice? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prairiewindmomma Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 https://www.clarksusa.com/us/customer-service/shoe-care Dh wears higher end shoes. He rotates pairs daily, uses cedar shoe inserts when his dress shoes are not in use, uses shoe horns, and has a shoe care kit with a horsehair brush, polishes, etc. He uses a waterproofing spray when he first buys the shoes, and then yearly after that. I buff my shoes, and polish them rarely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 This thread brings back memories of my late dad polishing his shoes...a sweet memory for me! I have never had the uppers go before the bottom. I've tried having shoes resoled but they never felt "right". Thanks for the memory! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anacharsis Posted August 3, 2016 Share Posted August 3, 2016 Use shoe trees to keep the tips from bending up, and (if untreated wood) to keep the insides dry. If the shoes get muddy, allow the mud to dry, and then brush off with a shoe brush before doing the usual cleaning. ​ ​To clean them, use saddle soap, then condition them with either a shoe paste or polish -- the difference being whether you want a shine. You can use a neutral polish, or one with dye in it. The one with dye will cover up scuffs and wear discolorations, but it can be hard to match the color unless the shoes are black. ​ ​If the shoes are leather lined, you can use saddle soap on the insides if necessary; just allow them time to dry. (No polish, of course.) If they are fabric lined, use a foot powder; this keeps them dry and scent-free. However, this will cause the insole to wear out eventually, after which you will need to replace it with a new one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alessandra Posted August 3, 2016 Share Posted August 3, 2016 A few days ago, a rabbit trail led to this video about the ultimate she shine in London. You might enjoy it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kyan Posted August 29, 2017 Share Posted August 29, 2017 (edited) I just got a pair from Clarks shoes from the Original range. is the care for this shoes the same as others? http://theidleman.com/brands/clarks.html this are the ones. thanks. Edited August 29, 2017 by kyan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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