{"product_id":"c-a-medium-copy","title":"rockport 46.5","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeather Shoe Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eQuality leather rewards attention. With regular care, a good pair will hold its shape, colour, and finish for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRest between wears\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeather absorbs moisture with every wear. Give each pair a full day to dry out before wearing again — alternating between two pairs will roughly double the life of both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse shoe trees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInsert cedar shoe trees as soon as you take the shoes off, while the leather is still warm and pliable. They hold the shape, prevent creases from setting across the vamp, and absorb interior moisture. Unfinished cedar works best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrush after each wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA soft horsehair brush removes dust and grit before it works into the leather and the welt stitching. Thirty seconds is enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClean before conditioning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWipe the uppers with a barely damp cloth, or use a dedicated leather cleaner for built-up dirt. Let the shoes dry fully at room temperature before the next step. Never apply conditioner or polish over dirt — it seals the grit in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition regularly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEvery ten to fifteen wears, apply a thin, even layer of leather conditioner or cream with a cloth or your fingers. Work it in, let it absorb for fifteen minutes, then buff with a clean cloth. Conditioning replaces the natural oils leather loses over time and prevents cracking. Less is more — heavy application clogs the pores.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePolish for finish and protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCream polish nourishes and restores colour; wax polish builds shine and adds water resistance at the toe and heel. Apply sparingly in circular motions, let it dry, then buff with a horsehair brush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrying wet shoes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf your shoes get soaked, wipe off excess water, insert shoe trees or stuff loosely with newspaper, and let them dry slowly at room temperature. Keep them well away from radiators, heaters, and direct sunlight — rapid heat drying makes leather brittle and causes permanent cracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtect against water and salt\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA water-repellent spray suited to your leather type helps in wet conditions. In winter, wipe away salt residue promptly with a damp cloth, as salt draws moisture out of the leather and leaves white marks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStore with shoe trees in a cool, dry place with some air circulation. Use the dust bags or boxes they came in. Avoid plastic containers, which trap moisture and encourage mould.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuede and nubuck\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese need a different routine. Use a suede brush to lift the nap and a suede eraser for marks. Never apply cream or wax polish, and keep them away from water — a suede-specific protector spray is the right preventative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResoling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWelted shoes can be resoled when the outsole wears through. Address it before the wear reaches the welt itself, and a good cobbler can extend the life of the shoe considerably.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rivet \u0026 Frill","offers":[{"title":"46.5","offer_id":50662251495661,"sku":null,"price":140.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/5584\/5101\/files\/Gemini_Generated_Image_c62iwtc62iwtc62i_1.jpg?v=1789071652","url":"https:\/\/www.rivetandfrill.net\/products\/c-a-medium-copy","provider":"Rivet \u0026 Frill","version":"1.0","type":"link"}