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How do soften leather boots?

You recently purchased a pair of leather ankle boots? Do you realize, after a few minutes of walking, that they hurt your feet? It's not so surprising for leather shoes sometimes, this material can take a few days to get to your feet. However, if this feeling becomes uncomfortable, there are ways to soften and relax the leather and make it stiffer without damaging your boots. Discover our tips to make them more comfortable to wear!

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1) WEAR THEM REGULARLY TO RELAX THE LEATHER

You have already worn your leather ankle boots, however, have you worn them with thick socks to protect your feet? Admittedly, they will probably be cramped, but this technique can prove to be particularly daunting for loosening the leather. We advise you to walk at home for a few hours, as this may temporarily reveal a feeling of discomfort.

2) WATER VAPOR TO SOFT LEATHER

Leather is heat sensitive. Thanks to the steam, the leather will relax gradually. It's a grandmother's remedy that works especially well.

• Start by wearing gloves to protect yourself from the heat produced and splashes.
• Next, heat some water using a kettle or saucepan.
• Place your leather boots on top so that they catch the escaping water vapor for about 30 seconds.
• Observe if the leather has become stiffer, if not start again. Be careful not to expose your shoes to steam for more than 3 minutes to avoid damaging your leather boots.

3) THE SPOON, AN EFFECTIVE TOOL FOR TOO RIGID LEATHER

Less known than the steam trick, the spoon method can be particularly effective for relax the leather of your leather ankle boots.

• Start by grabbing a wooden or metal spoon.
• Immerse it inside the shoe and lift all the parts that seem too rigid to loosen them gently. The spoon is suitable for relaxing the heel which is often the cause of the creation of blisters due to friction.

4) HAIR DRYER TO RELAX LEATHER

Just like steam, the heat produced by the hair dryer can also help to loosen the leather of your leather ankle boots.

• Plug in and turn on your hair dryer and point it at your leather ankle boots for no more than 20 seconds. The leather will relax little by little. Be careful not to burn your leather shoes by getting too close.
• Next, put on your leather ankle boots and walk until they have completely cooled and set the shape of your feet.

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NEWSPRINT TO SOFT LEATHER

Using newspaper is the best-known trick to make a pair of shoes look bigger or softer leather shoes.

• Start by forming balls of newspaper and placing them inside your leather ankle boots.
• Padded to the max.
• Let sit overnight.
• The next day you should see more relaxed leather and your feet should feel more comfortable.

THE FREEZER TO MAKE LEATHER SOFT

You can also use cold to make the leather supple. Putting your shoes in the freezer will in no way damage them, on the contrary, it is a very effective technique for softening them.

• Fill the freezer bags with water and seal them tightly. They must be large enough to be able to exert pressure on the walls of the shoes.
• Slip them into your leather ankle boots and put your shoes in a bag to protect them from humidity.
• Place them in the freezer for a few hours, best overnight.
• The water will thus turn into ice and will stretch the leather of the shoe.

A SOFTENER TO RELAX LEATHER

If none of the previous methods work for you, you can buy a leather softener spray or oil. These products have the power to relax the leather but also to protect it to prevent cracking.

• Spray the spray or apply the oil to soften the hard places of your leather ankle boots.
• Waterproof to maintain the luster of the leather.
• Be vigilant about the composition of the products used. Some components may deteriorate the material.

We have detailed all the methods to quickly soften your leather boots. You can duplicate these techniques for all types of leather shoes for men and women (chukka boots, chelsea boots, sneakers, derbies, etc.). When you feel comfortable enough in it, we advise you to maintain your leather ankle boots regularly to keep them as long as possible.

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