Here are some simple tips for taking care of your shoes:
A new pair of shoes should not be worn for a whole day, but just for a few hours, until the foot has become accustomed to the fit.
Never wear the same pair of shoes for two consecutive days, but instead ‘let the shoes rest’. This will allow accumulated moisture to escape, preventing the formation of bad odours.
Use a shoe tree! Always keep your DIS shoes in wooden lasts to prevent the formation of creases on the upper.
Use a shoehorn every time you put your shoes on, to avoid altering the shape of the back or marking it.
If possible, clean your shoes every day. After removing the dust, use a cotton cloth, making circular motions, to remove any stains and repeat this process until the cloth is clean in order to get a perfect result. When needed, apply a small layer of wax-based polish in the same colour as the shoe and brush vigorously, then remove the excess polish with a clean cloth.
Please remember to use a suitable brush for each type of leather and to always brush the upper in the same direction. For suede use a crepe or rubber brush. For smooth calfskin and other leathers, use a horsehair brush.
