3 home remedies to break in new shoes quickly

Do you want to be beautiful? You don't have to suffer at all!

According to some, to be beautiful you have to suffer. Nothing could be further from the truth! New shoes just taken out of the box, although they look phenomenal, definitely need a bit of patience from you.

Regardless of whether your shoes are made of natural or synthetic materials, they will probably require breaking in. Even high-quality leather takes time to adapt its shape to your foot. The material from which the upper is made will gradually become more flexible, and you will be able to enjoy the comfort of use.

Patience pays off

Taking the time to break in your shoes makes a huge difference! It is worth doing it in small steps and putting them on gradually for a period of several to several dozen minutes. The material your shoes are made of will naturally stretch over time, and you'll be able to dance all night long in them without any problems. 

However, remember to allow your feet to recover after wearing a new pair of shoes. Take one or two day breaks and your feet will thank you!

Comfortable socks are equally important. A thick pair of socks definitely isn't a stylish addition to trendy stilettos, but it can give you maximum comfort when you're breaking them around the house. The soft material will protect your feet from blisters and help you stretch them to the desired width faster.

Prevention is better than cure

If you already know where potential abrasions may occur, protect them with a bandage or plaster according to the principle "prevention is better than cure".

Put on your shoes for short walks, and only then decide to go on long trips. Just in case, take a pair of comfortable shoes with you. Be prepared for the fact that the process of natural wear and tear of shoes requires patience and may take up to four weeks.

But what do you do when an important occasion is fast approaching and you don't have time to let it happen naturally? Check out our tips to solve this problem.

#1 Soaking in a solution of alcohol and water

Prepare a spray bottle and a solution of alcohol and water. Spray the inside of your new shoes where they rub you the most. Then apply them for about 20 minutes. Repeat this action until the shoes adapt to the shape of your foot.

#2 Using warm air

A proven way to quickly break in leather shoes at home is to use a hair dryer with warm air. To speed up the process even more, you can put thick, woolen socks on your feet. Then heat the shoe in places where you feel discomfort. Remember to keep an appropriate distance so as not to damage the upper. Also avoid heating in places where the material is glued to the sole.

#3 Dilation with an ice bag

If you have more time, opt for the freezer method. Fill two plastic bags with water, close them tightly, and then place them in the shoe near the toes. Put your shoes in the freezer for a few hours until the water freezes completely. The ice created in this way will expand the surface of your new shoes.

Answer three key questions

If none of the methods brought the desired results, it is worth considering whether a given pair of shoes was really made for you. To make it easier for you, we have prepared three questions for you to answer.

1. Are you sure you chose the right size shoes?

Make sure that the newly purchased shoes are the right size. If not, no matter how much effort you put into breaking them down, your toes and heels will still feel uncomfortable.

2. Do the shoes fit properly to the shape of your foot?

If you have foot problems, such as hallux or high instep, you need to pay special attention to the proper fit of your shoes. Otherwise, breaking them may not be effective.

3. Are there any problem areas inside the shoe?

An ill-considered seam or imperfect gluing inside the shoe can make the shoes never comfortable, and even long hours spent breaking them in will not solve this problem.

Don't give up buying new shoes

Holly Brubach once said that new shoes may not be able to cure a broken heart or a migraine, but they can definitely alleviate their symptoms and improve your mood.

Don't let the fear of abrasions and blisters stop you from buying your dream shoes. We are sure that with our tips you will be able to break in your new pair of shoes quickly and effectively.

Remember that the best way to prevent chafing is to properly fit your shoes. Too little space, as well as too much space, can cause blisters and calluses to form. Leave enough space in the shoe for your toes to move freely. When ordering shoes in our online store, be sure to read the size guide, thanks to which you can easily fit the shoes.