SHOE CARE

A change in seasons means a change in wardrobe. When those first buds of spring pop up, it’s time to put away the wool sweaters and take out the linen dresses. The same goes for footwear! Leather boots end up at the back of the closet, replaced by sandals and jute espadrilles.

But these shoes have protected our feet from the cold and the rain all winter, so they deserve one final pampering before we send them into hibernation. That way, they’ll be as good as new when fall rolls around again.

Here’s a quick tutorial on how to clean them:

1. First, take an eraser and clean the scuffs and marks from your boots.

2. Next, use a slightly damp cloth to wipe away any encrusted dirt from the leather, and then do the same for the sole.