General Suede Shoe & Heel Maintenance

Suede shoes are as delicate as they are gorgeous, so a few basic key steps in suede shoe care need to be taken in order to preserve their velvety, rich state.

Here are my tips for general maintenance (and preservation!) of your suede footwear.

Before you wear them, evenly spray a stain protector/water repellant onto the suede surface.

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A no-brainer worth mentioning: Never wear your suede shoes & high heels in the rain!

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Gently brush after each wear.

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To prevent scuff marks on the suede & help your shoes keep their original shape, store with a shoe tree inserted or with crumpled papers inside the whole shoe including the toe.

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General Suede Shoe & Heel Maintenance

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