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Any experience of renovation blue suede shoes?

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Aveline Tue 31-Mar-26 11:57:49

I've got a lovely pair of blue suede moccasins and a good pair of blue suede boots. Over time they've become scuffed and faded but otherwise in great condition. I read about renovating them with special stuff from Timpson. The only this is that I'm scared of spoiling them by doing it wrong. Any hints and tips?

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Oreo Tue 31-Mar-26 12:00:37

Yes, make sure that nobody steps on them 😁
Actually, take them into Timpson’s and ask there for advice?

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Magenta8 Tue 31-Mar-26 12:07:46

Celtic and co sell cleaning/renovation sprays and brushes that work well on any suede shoes or boots.

The moccasins might be washable in a special protective bag. I also believe that it is possible to re-dye suede shoes with special dye.

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Aveline Tue 31-Mar-26 12:09:13

I've had a go but the sponge applicator just does blobs of colour and it's hard to spread. Will persevere. Thanks.

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MT62 Tue 31-Mar-26 12:55:58

There are good clips on YouTube for a guy that renovates old shoes.
Just put up restoring suede shoes.
He also uses one of those hand held steamers whilst cleaning his shoes to get creases out.

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petra Tue 31-Mar-26 13:04:24

Steam and a brush. That’s how I spruced up my suede stilettos many years ago

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Aveline Tue 31-Mar-26 16:23:45

Thanks all

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Aveline Sat 11-Apr-26 06:54:14

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