Wrinkles on patent leather shoes

Why do I feel cold, why do I feel hot?

Patent leather shoes in your wardrobe will force you to pay attention to the weather forecast, because this material is capricious and does not like either heat or cold. This is why patent leather loafers, although they look nice, can lose their gloss even at +25 degrees.

In the harsh Russian winter, boots with varnish are also not very practical: thermal protectants that promise to protect your favorite pair at temperatures from -10 degrees are not that effective. The varnish may crack, and you will no longer be able to return the shoes to their original condition. But the off-season, when there is neither heat nor cold, is quite suitable!

For a special occasion

But it’s not just cold and heat that patent leather shoes can’t stand: the capricious patent leather surface doesn’t like contact with water, and therefore buying even the most beautiful boots for daily wear is completely impractical. However, etiquette does not imply that you will wear elegant shoes just like that - they require a special occasion and appropriate clothing.

Moreover, these shoes are unsuitable for those who suffer from excessive sweating, since the varnish coating “breathes” worse than normal leather.

In a word, buy fashionable patent leather shoes as additional ones for especially special occasions and festive outings in dry spring and autumn.

To ensure that patent leather shoes serve you longer and always look flawless, all manufacturers unanimously advise cleaning your pair of boots or shoes after each use. In dry weather, simply wipe your shoes with a damp soft cloth or a special “velvet” cloth designed for delicate surfaces. From time to time, patent leather shoes need to be nourished with additional products that will protect the boots from moisture and the shoes from color fading. In addition to special creams for varnish, you can also use household products - Vaseline, glycerin or vegetable oil, the excess of which must be removed after application after 10-15 minutes. Otherwise, dust will settle on the surface.

Total drying

If you were unable to avoid the rain and your favorite pair of boots got wet, then you should carefully dry your shoes. Drying near a radiator, heater or with a hairdryer can catastrophically deform shoes at one time. The most reliable, simple and convenient way to dry patent leather shoes is to stuff them with soft paper and leave them to dry naturally. But at the same time, shoes should not be left in direct sunlight, for example, on a balcony, as the varnish will fade from light.

Egg, milk and onion

Do not remove any dirt from patent leather shoes using solvents or alcohol-containing products. If the stain cannot be wiped off with plain water or soap, try removing it with milk or castor oil. And if you think your shoes or favorite brogues are starting to lose their shine, treat the surface with a raw egg and then polish with half an onion: it's really effective.

But you are unlikely to cope with cracks that have already appeared at home. Better contact a shoemaker. Although. cracks indicate that it is time to change your shoes, and therefore you are most likely trying to delay the inevitable.

Storage system

Patent leather shoes also impose certain conditions for storage: for example, a beautiful rack with open shelves showing off all their beauty is a bad option for your favorite patent leather shoes. In order for shoes to retain their original appearance longer, it is necessary to pack each individual shoe in a fabric bag and store it in a box. Plastic spacers or lasts, which will maintain the shape of the shoes throughout the storage season, can be easily replaced with paper.

But in fact, in order for patent leather shoes to serve for a long time and always remain beautiful, first of all it is necessary to check the quality in the store: the surface must be perfectly flat and smooth, without chips, folds and cloudy spots. We also advise you to check the varnish on a bend: high-quality shoes do not respond to compression.

The glossy surface of patent leather shoes looks stylish and beautiful, however, only if they are properly cared for. The material is difficult to use; cracks, creases, snags, and scratches often form on it. For this reason, many refuse to buy and wear such models. In fact, if you know how to care for patent leather shoes, they will delight you with their appearance for a long time.

Wearing Features

Owners of elegant lacquer products should know when and how to use it.

1. Be sure to carry a piece of flannel fabric with you so that, if necessary, you can wipe off accumulated dust from the surface of your boots.
2. 10 minutes before going outside, put on a pair so that the polish warms up and does not crack.
3. Patent leather shoes can be worn outdoors at temperatures not lower than -10, not higher than +25 degrees, otherwise cracks on the surface of the material cannot be avoided.
4. Moisture will have an adverse effect on the varnish coating, so they are not suitable for rainy weather.

Lacquered items are also not suitable for daily wear: with regular use they quickly lose their attractive appearance.

How to prepare new patent leather shoes for wearing

Having bought a brand new patent leather pair, do not rush to immediately go outside in your new clothes. The material does not stretch well and can cause discomfort when worn. To avoid calluses, do this.

1. The inside of the product is treated with a candle or soap.
2. They use a special stretcher from a shoe store.
3. The inside of the boots is heated with a hairdryer, lubricated with rich cream and put on a thick sock. Let it wear for at least two hours. If necessary, repeat the procedure.

How to care for patent leather shoes using home remedies

To maintain shine, patent leather products are periodically polished. This is especially true for models that are often exposed to adverse weather conditions (boots, boots). Such a preventive measure will increase the wear resistance of the material and significantly improve the appearance.

Any polishing begins with cleaning the surface from dirt and dust, followed by drying. Next, apply a thin layer to the product using a cotton pad of your choice:

1. olive or castor oil;
2. glycerol;
3. petrolatum.

After a quarter of an hour, remove excess with a soft cloth.

The final stage of polishing is rubbing with wool, suede or flannel with light circular movements.

Attention! When polishing a varnished surface, avoid places with scratches and cracks. Do not use brushes, even with soft bristles; use only a soft cloth or cotton pad.

There are other tricks for caring for patent leather shoes at home.

1. The dull surface of shoes can be refreshed with onions. To do this, cut the vegetable in half and go over the product with a fresh cut. This is followed by polishing.
2. Egg whites are great for caring for polished shoes and restoring their glossy shine. Beat it with a small amount of sugar (about a teaspoon), apply the resulting mass to the shoes. Remove the product with a woolen cloth. The procedure will also protect the skin from enlarging existing cracks, and will also give it water-repellent properties.
3. Mix half a teaspoon of castor oil, egg yolk, and 50–70 ml of turpentine until smooth. Apply the resulting composition to a glossy surface, and after a while polish it with a soft cloth.
4. Milk is considered a good way to care for patent leather shoes at home. Soak a cotton pad in it and wipe your favorite pair of shoes, after which you use flannel. It is recommended to carry out this procedure regularly, at least once a week.
5. You can maintain the beautiful appearance of your shoes with strong tea leaves or coffee. Treat with liquid, then wipe with a dry cloth.

Important! Tea and coffee as patent leather care are used exclusively for dark shoes. Light-colored boots or shoes will darken.

Special care products

There are many patent leather shoe care products on sale. Choose proven, well-proven brands, and also focus your purchase on the shade of your model. Some manufacturers have developed a special line with a metallic or mother-of-pearl effect.

Remember! Patent leather shoes require special cosmetics, different from those used for other materials. The product must contain glycerin and lanolin.

Repair of varnished products

Don't despair if you accidentally damage the surface of your favorite boots. Small defects can be corrected using available tools.

1. An eye makeup pencil of the appropriate color will help save your shoes from small creases and cracks. Apply it to the damage and blend.
2. Nail polish will also disguise minor imperfections. It is difficult to choose the right shade, so the easiest way is to take a colorless one. Simply apply a thin layer of the product to the damaged surface and let it dry.
   
   
   
   

Storage conditions

It is not enough to take care of shoes made of varnish and wear them carefully. It is important to store glossy products correctly.

1. A cardboard box optimally ensures the safety of the model. It should be spacious so that the shoes do not touch. To ensure air circulation, holes are made in the case.
2. The storage location for the shoe box is dry, but away from heating devices.
3. It is a good idea to wrap each shoe in white paper or nylon before sending it for storage. This will provide additional protection.
4. It is recommended to wrap all decorative metal elements, including heels, with cotton wool.
5. Naturally, any shoes are stored in a clean, dried form. Lacquered - also polished.
   
   
   
   

Don't be afraid to buy shoes that are coated with varnish. Although the material is susceptible to various types of damage, maintaining it in excellent condition is not difficult. At the same time, it is not at all necessary to buy expensive creams and sprays; use the given methods on how to care for such shoes at home using improvised means. Also remember the rules for storing and wearing models with a glossy surface.

During operation, any thing gradually wears out and loses its original appearance. And you really want your favorite shoes to always look perfect and last a long time. The most common reasons that negatively affect the appearance of shoes are wrinkles and creases. These are natural factors that appear during wear. Today we have prepared several ways to help delay their appearance.

1. First, you must always keep your shoes clean and use them for their intended purpose. You should not wear your favorite suede model in rainy weather.
2. If you do get your leather shoes wet, you need to dry them at room temperature, stuffing them with paper or using a special shoe. This is necessary so that the shoes retain their shape. It is important not to use heating elements, as the skin may become deformed.
3. Wet leather stretches well, so never wear a wet pair.
4. Buy shoes in the right size.
5. After drying, the surface must be treated with a special cream. It will nourish and moisturize the skin.
6. Do not use silicone products for this. They do not nourish the skin, but only add shine for a short time, and they also attract dust very well.

These simple steps will help prevent creases in your shoes over the long term.

What if a small hall does appear? How can you rehabilitate shoes?

— Use crumpled newspaper for stuffing and shaping. Then carefully lubricate the pair with rich cream. After it is absorbed, repeat the procedure several times. Remove the remaining fatty cream and let the couple “rest” for 24 hours.
— Also, to reduce the appearance of creases, use wax. With its help, the folds will be less noticeable.

To get rid of large creases, you need to put in a little more effort.

1. You should start, as in the previous case, by giving the shape of the shoes using paper.
2. Then you need to take a damp cloth and cover the shoes. Wait until the skin is slightly moisturized.
3. Turn the iron to medium setting and gently iron the leather using a damp cloth.
4. Evaluate the result. Repeat the procedure if necessary.
5. Leave the paper in the shoes until completely dry.

Such manipulations should completely remove folds or significantly reduce them.

How to remove cracks from shoes

There can be many reasons for a crack in a shoe, ranging from improper care to manufacturing defects. The main thing is not to despair and try to fix everything. Using a product called “liquid skin”, you can get rid of even the deepest damage. This product is designed specifically for restoring heavily damaged shoes.

1. Buy a product similar to your shoe color.
2. Clean the shoe and dry it. This way you will prepare your shoes for the main stage.
3. The damaged area must be treated with sandpaper. Here you need to not overdo it, so as not to crack the leather on the shoes even more.
4. After this, degrease the desired area using alcohol.
5. Apply “liquid skin” in an even layer and do not touch for several minutes.
6. If you are not impressed with the result, repeat.
7. Then apply cream.

After this, you will be able to wear your favorite pair of shoes for a long time without even thinking about the damage.

How to remove a scratch on a shoe

To assess the depth of the damage, it is necessary to examine the scratch. When you run your hand over the surface of the shoes, do you feel any roughness? This indicates skin damage.

— If the scratches on your shoes are shallow, you can try to tint them using the appropriate color of shoe polish.
If this action does not bring the expected results, move on to the next stage.
- Heat the wax. Moreover, any one will do, both bee and paraffin. Fill the scratch with it, and after it hardens, remove the excess with a soft cloth.
— Very deep scratches can be removed using “liquid skin” (how to do this is described above).

Everyday careful care will help to avoid many problems and prevent premature damage to your beloved pair. By following simple care rules, you will extend the life of your leather shoes by several seasons.