How To Take Care of Your Designer Shoes

Designer shoes are pieces of art and should be treated as such. But taking proper care of your shoes is not solely about the aesthetics, as it can extend the life of your shoes and even improve your ROI once you’re ready to let go of them. So, keep reading for helpful tips to take care of your designer shoes. 

ALSO SEE: HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR DESIGNER BAGS AND SHOES AT HOME

1. Storage

Don’t just throw them in your shoe closet, your designer shoes need to be displayed like the pieces of art they are. 

If you don’t have the space to display each pair of shoes, at least make sure you place them in a clean, dry place. You can also keep them in your original dustbag to prevent any scratches or other damage. 

ALSO SEE: 8 TIPS TO MAKE YOUR DESIGNER HANDBAG LAST LONG

2. Maintain Your Shoe’s Shape

Even with proper storage, you’ll likely crease your shoes with normal usage. To prevent further creasing and minimise existing wrinkles, use shoe trees. If you can’t find these tools, try stuffing your shoes with paper instead. 

3. Prevention

We all know that prevention is better than cure. If you’re really trying to maintain the value of your shoes, you can get your shoe soles treated with rubber protectors. These are especially useful for Christian Louboutin’s red bottom shoes. 

ALSO SEE: RED BOTTOM HEELS: THE FULL CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN STORY

4. Maintenance

Try to wipe your shoes down after every use. It’s also always a good idea to pamper your babies by getting them cleaned and professionally conditioned once every season. 

5. Account For The Weather

Even if you’re taking the best care of your shoes, you still have to account for realistic weather conditions. Because most designer shoes use natural materials like authentic leather, you have to take extra good care of them. Dry, cracking and mouldy shoes are not cute. In the summertime or on warmer days, keep them away from direct sunlight and condition them more often. 

Pro-tip: Keep moisture-absorbing sachets inside your shoes in humid conditions.

6. Waterproof Your Designer Shoes

Stain and rain proofing your shoes may seem unnecessary now, but you may thank us for it later because it will make them resistant to liquids, dirt and even prevent salting. This is especially important for shoe materials like suede, nylon, and leather that require proper care. 

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