How-To Guides
How to Fix Shoe Sole Separation at Home
Clean and dry both surfaces, apply a flexible shoe adhesive, press together and clamp for 24 hours. Step-by-step sole repair, plus when to see a cobbler.
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Casual & Formal
How to Clean White Leather Shoes and Keep Them White
Wipe off loose dirt, clean with mild soap and a damp cloth, lift scuffs with a melamine sponge, then dry and condition. Steps for white leather shoes.
How-To Guides
How to Clean Canvas Shoes Without Ruining Them
Brush off dry dirt, pre-treat stains, then hand wash or machine wash canvas shoes cold in a mesh bag and air dry. Full steps for white and coloured canvas.
Boots
How Should Boots Fit? A Part-by-Part Guide
Boots should be snug across the instep and ball of the foot, roomy at the toes, and allow only a slight heel lift when new. Check each part with this guide.
Casual & Formal
How to Uncrease Shoes: 4 Methods That Work on Leather and Sneakers
Stuff the shoe, cover the crease with a damp cloth and iron on low heat, or use conditioner and shoe trees. Four safe ways to remove creases from shoes.
How-To Guides
How to Clean White Shoelaces (Machine and Hand Methods)
Take the laces out, pre-treat stains, then machine wash them in a mesh bag or soak and scrub by hand. Always air dry. Step-by-step instructions inside.
How-To Guides
How Should Running Shoes Fit? A Simple Fit Check
Running shoes should leave a thumb of space in front of your longest toe, hold your heel and midfoot snugly, and let your toes spread. Here is how to check.