5 proven tricks that will keep your shoes looking new for a long time

#1 Clean your shoes regularly

If you want your shoes to look great for a long time, don't postpone cleaning them until later. It is best to wipe your shoes with a damp cloth after each use.

If you are dealing with shoes made of suede, just brush the upper thoroughly using a brush with soft bristles. Move it with certain movements in one direction to spread the hair evenly. This will make your shoes look as if they were just taken out of the box. 

Have unsightly stains appeared on your light-colored fabric shoes? We know how to deal with this! Use an old toothbrush and a mixture of baking soda, water and hydrogen peroxide. Rub the dirt vigorously and say goodbye to it once and for all!

Attention! When cleaning your shoes, don't forget about the details. Wash your shoelaces regularly or replace them with new ones. An eraser is perfect for cleaning the rubber parts of the shoe (e.g. the sides of the sole). Also remember to remove dirt from the insoles inside your shoes.

#2 Remember to regenerate

Regular shoe cleaning may not be sufficient when adverse weather conditions are involved. Road salt, snowdrifts, long exposure to sunlight or deep puddles can have a destructive effect on your favorite footwear. 

For this reason, after each exposure of shoes to such factors, be sure to ensure proper regeneration. If you notice faded spots on the upper caused by the sun, use special conditioners with leather dye.

Are you wondering how to deal with unsightly road salt stains? It's simple! IN this article We have collected some of the most effective methods that will help you deal with them in the blink of an eye. 

Want to save your wet shoes? Be sure to check out this guide.

#3 Avoid wearing one pair of shoes every day

And speaking of regeneration, we will be happy to tell you another trick. You may be surprised to learn that nothing has a better impact on the appearance of shoes than... avoiding wearing them every day. To be precise, we absolutely do not recommend hiding a specific pair at the bottom of the wardrobe and wearing them with a low top.

However, it is enough that you have at least two pairs of everyday shoes for each season, which you can wear alternately. Thanks to this, you will slow down the wear and tear process and the sweat resulting from standing on your feet for a long time will be able to evaporate freely.

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#4 Make sure you store your shoes properly

To enjoy the impeccable appearance of your shoes for a long time, proper care is not enough. Proper shoe storage is equally important. This applies both to storing them between seasons and on a daily basis. 

Remember not to create piles of shoes in the hall under any circumstances. Shoes carelessly stacked on top of each other lose their shape and great appearance. As a result, they may appear unsightly creases, or even cracks and bruises that are difficult to remove. 

To prevent this, place your everyday shoes next to each other and store those you wear less frequently in boxes. To avoid deformations of the upper, use special shoe trees. In the budget version, you can successfully replace them with old newspapers rolled into balls. 

Do you want to know how to properly store shoes so that they will serve you for many years? Or maybe you are wondering what is the best way to store your shoes to avoid damage? We have provided answers to these and other questions in our article on shoe storage.

#5 Polish your leather shoes regularly

In the case of leather shoes, regular polishing is extremely important. Thanks to this, your shoes will shine phenomenally, and keeping them in perfect condition will be much easier. As if that wasn't enough, a good quality shoe polish will help you effectively hide scratches and bruises. 

All the most important information about polishing leather shoes can be found here this guide. Be sure to check it out if you want to learn how often you should polish your leather shoes, and check how to do it to get the best results every time.

See how simple it is?

You can see that taking care of shoes is very simple and does not require any special financial outlays. Just use our proven tricks and your favorite footwear will look like new for a long time. Good luck!