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How to Care for Athletic Shoes

Athletic shoes are a big investment, and unfortunately for your wallet, they are an investment you will continually need to make. Of course this kind of maintenance is worth it! After all, the health of your body is at stake. Anybody who leads an active l... Read >

How to Safely Break in a Pair of Shoes

Whether you have purchased a pair of high heels or hiking boots, some shoes take awhile before they comfortably fit on your feet. Unfortunately, there is no magic short-cut that eliminates the "breaking-in" process. The best way to break in your stiff, st... Read >

How To Determine Your Shoe Size

Believe it or not, your foot changes size and shape over time. Just because you've been a size 7 for the last 10 years, doesn't mean you'll be a size 7 for the rest of your life. It's important to periodically measure your foot size, and here's how. In... Read >

How to Polish Shoes

When polishing leather shoes, you need to choose between four basic forms of shoe polish: wax, paste, liquid and cream. There are pros and cons to each option. Liquid polish dries quickly, but it does not come in a wide selection of colors or last as long... Read >

How to Eliminate Slippery Soles

Slippery soles are not only obnoxious; they pose a serious threat to your health. There is no need for you to be unsteady on your feet because your shoes can't seem to "get a grip" on the floor! Check out the suggested solutions below: Method #1: Sandp... Read >

The Amazing, Foldable Flat

Have you ever made the mistake of thinking you could make it through the night in a pair of 3-inch heels? I know I have! Stilettos that seem oh so fashionable and fun at 8 o'clock in the evening turn into my worst nightmare by the time 11 o'clock rolls ar... Read >

How to Fix Common Shoe Problems

Heel Problems. Heels often wear down before the rest of the sole. You can extend the life of your shoes if you repair the heels as soon as you notice a problem. • Wobbly Heels: Wobbly heels are a sign that the nails or screws have come lose. It's im... Read >

How to Resole a Shoe and Attach a New Heel

Resoling a shoe is a relatively easy do-it-yourself repair you can tackle at home. Just follow these simple steps: 1. The first step is to clean the soles of your shoes. You will want to remove all gunk, gum and dirt. If you need to use soap and water ... Read >

Creative Ways to Stretch Leather Shoes

Here's a creative way to stretch leather shoes. All you need is two small Ziploc bags, water and a freezer. Fill each bag 1/3 full of water from the tap. Be sure to seal the bags completely! Now place each bag in the area of the shoe you want to stretc... Read >

Leather Basics

What's the difference between nubuck and suede? Why is some leather described as "full-grain" and other leather "natural grain"? Will shoes made from expensive leather require more maintenance? These are just some of the questions you may face when pur... Read >

Caring for Special Types of Leather Shoes

Exotic Leathers Exotic leathers such as ostrich, shark, crocodile and lizard are particularly popular among women's shoes as well as men's and women's cowboy boots. Most of the leather comes from animals raised on farms in South Africa and Southeast Asia... Read >

Leather Shoe Care

The full spectrum of caring for your leather shoes includes cleaning, conditioning, polishing and waterproofing. It may sound like a lot of work, but once the basic materials are gathered you will find that the occasional maintenance your leather shoes re... Read >

Six Tried and Trusted Methods for Removing Scuff Marks from Shoes

There is nothing worse than splurging on a new pair of shoes only to have them marred by scuff marks a few wears later. Luckily, most scuff marks are easily removable. A quick Google search reveals that there are a myriad of proposed methods and "miracle"... Read >

How to Clean Athletic Shoes

Athletic or tennis shoes can get really smelly, if you are not careful, and you should not be afraid to give your smelly shoes a bath every once in a while. But before you jump the gun and throw your dirty sneakers in the washing machine, follow these sim... Read >

Cleaning Leather Shoes

A pair of leather shoes can be an excellent investment. Not only do leather shoes look spiffy, but also the soft, breathable (not to mention natural) material is gentle on your feet. If you do decide to go the leather route, then you will want to clean an... Read >