How to care for leather shoes in hot weather

Due to the epidemic, people are limited in their movements. Therefore, leather shoes are not used often. Especially in hot weather, they can quickly become moldy and peel.

Before storing them in the closet, you should clean and moisturize them. If done properly and regularly, the life of your shoes will be extended. At the same time, they will keep their fresh appearance.

Clean

According to the Times of India, if shoes are stored with dirt and debris, they can deteriorate over time. Leather shoes can be flexed tens of thousands of times, if stored properly.

To prolong the life of your shoes, invest in good quality care products. Regular cleaning, conditioning, moisturizing, and polishing are key to long-lasting leather shoes.

Storage

Before storing, leather shoes should be cleaned, even if they are only stored overnight. You should make sure they are dry before putting them in the closet.

In particular, you should not stack shoes on top of each other. This is a habit of many people, to create space. However, this way of doing things only makes the shoes lose their shape. You should have a separate storage area for shoes that are not worn often and fold them neatly after use.

Storage space is also an important factor in shoe preservation. Direct sunlight on shoes causes the leather to dry out and crack.

Therefore, you should keep them away from sunlight. The best place to store shoes is in a cool, not too hot and stuffy closet. The area where the shoe closet is located should have little light and be ventilated.

Shoe storage should be well-ventilated. Photo: Inspired by Charm

Say no to plastic

Sealed plastic bags will make it difficult for leather shoes to breathe and become dry. In addition, storing shoes in plastic also causes mold and fading.

Instead, opt for soft, dust-proof, and ventilated fabric bags. If you use paper towels, make sure they are acid-free.

Do not wash

Water can damage leather shoes, so keep them in a dry place, away from water.

There are many high-quality leather shoe cleaners and protectors on the market. They work well to keep your shoes looking new. However, you should be aware that no product is completely waterproof if you are constantly exposed to rain or water.

When shoes are wet, you should use a soft, dry cloth to absorb moisture. After that, the shoes should be allowed to dry naturally in the air.

You should keep leather shoes away from water. Photo: Canal Midi

Don't put socks in your shoes.

Be careful not to stuff socks into your shoes. After exercise, your feet release unpleasant odors that seep into your socks. Socks can leave a bad smell in your shoes, especially in hot summer weather.

Besides, sweat in summer can also be the reason for foot infections due to bacterial growth.

Also, shoes should not be protected with mothballs. They repel insects that bite clothes and contain toxic chemicals. Mothballs are not friendly to children and pets. They have a particularly suffocating chemical smell that is difficult to remove.

Instead, you can store your shoes with cedar shoe trees. They repel insects naturally, are non-toxic, and leave your shoes smelling fresh.

Cedarwood shapers help keep shoes smelling fresh. Photo: Melvin & Hamilton

Let shoes rest

Leather shoes need time to dry naturally because they tend to absorb sweat from your feet. Besides, after a day of intense and stressful activities, leather shoes also need time to rest.

To prolong the life of your shoes, you should not wear them repeatedly.

According to Zing